How to Play Poker Online for Free

Online poker is basically divided into two worlds. We have free online poker and real money online poker.

In this article we will talk about how to play free poker.

Before we begin, it is important to point out that free poker is also divided into two categories: play money games and freerolls, which are free poker games but can bring real profits.

Advantages of playing free poker

Like any sporting activity, whether physical or mental, it is important to learn, understand the basic concepts and practice a lot before seeking out more serious competition. It could not be different in poker.

By playing free online poker, you can learn all the rules, allow yourself to make mistakes, learn about the game procedures, the types of opponents you may encounter, how poker software works, the different types of poker available, and all this without spending a penny. The sites do not require you to enter bank or credit card details. All you need to do is register.

Disadvantages of playing free poker

Playing poker online for free also has a downside. Because the play money has no value whatsoever, and the freerolls are usually filled with recreational players who play without any worries, the game ends up becoming a parallel form of poker.

When playing free poker, you will rarely encounter good opponents, and your most refined plays, or even plays considered standard (or std) in conventional poker will not work here. This ends up leaving the free poker player stagnant at a level where their poker skill does not evolve as it does at the real money tables.

Ways to play for free

As previously mentioned, you can play in two ways:

• Freerolls: Tournaments with free entry but prizes in real money or tickets to other tournaments. They are a risk-free way to try to win some money, but you will usually play for hours to earn a few cents.
• Play Money: These are free tables where you use play money and get paid with play money. They are good for training purposes only, or for a quick, worry-free game of fun.

Poker Tips frequently offers freerolls for our members. To participate, simply register register on our forum and follow the news.

How to migrate from free poker to real money poker

There are two basic ways to get money to start a real money game.

The first option would be to start a bankroll using your winnings from freerolls. It’s a slow way to progress, but it’s risk-free.

The second option is to make a small deposit. Some poker rooms, such as PokerStars, offer deposits with a minimum value of US$$ 10, via bank slip. A low value and a great payment method. It doesn't weigh on anyone's pocket, and makes evolution faster.

When starting to play for real money, it is very important to follow a bankroll management in order to minimize losses and play more safely. Poker Tips offers a great article on bankroll management.

Where to play free online poker?

Both forms of free play can be found at the vast majority of online poker rooms.

THE PokerStars It is the room with the largest movement of play money games, including a wide variety of modalities. Other trusted rooms also offer the same services. All poker sites listed on our website offer free online poker.