Getting Started

It’s easy to start playing poker at PokerStars. Watch the tutorials for everything you need to join the action. What’s the game all about? How do I install the software, deposit funds, find games and tournaments, start playing? The answers are right here.

1: What is Poker?

Poker is among the most popular games in the world today, with millions of players all over the globe sitting down to play online and live. PokerStars is the largest and most highly rated poker site on the planet. Find out what poker is all about.

2: Download & Create Account

The first step is to download the game software and create your account. Installing the software only takes a few minutes. Then you just need to supply your contact details and verify your account. It’s simple to do, and there are plenty of instructions to help you.

3: How to Deposit

Making a real-money deposit at PokerStars is convenient and secure. There are several options, including major debit/credit cards. After depositing funds into your account, you’re ready to play games and tourneys with stakes and buy-ins from a few pence to thousands of pounds.

4: Ring Games & Tournaments

The PokerStars software makes it easy to find your choice of games and tournaments. There are several ways to search for the game types and tournament structures that suit you best. And once you’ve found the game that you want to play, just take a seat the table and join the poker action!

5: Play for Free

All of the games at PokerStars are available to play for free. You can buy in to ring games and tournaments with play-money chips, and when you run out of play-money chips, you can get more. It’s a great way to learn the ropes and familiarize yourself with new games.