How To Start Playing Online Poker

Many regular live poker players don't play online simply because they aren't sure how to go about doing it.  This article will give you a few easy steps to begin playing online poker. 

1. First, you need to decide on a poker site.  Some great sites to start out at are Mansion Poker and Bodog Poker.

2. Once you have decided on a site, you need to compare bonuses.  Coinflip Poker offers exclusive bonuses to many sites, and you can check each bonus out at our poker bonus codes page.  Once you have decided on your bonus, click the link on our bonus page to take you to the poker site. 

3. You then download the poker program, which is simple as there are many banners all over the site to download it.  Once you have done this, you create an account at the poker room, which will require simple personal info such as your name, address, email, and phone number.  After you register an account with the poker site you are ready to deposit.

If you'd like to learn about Internet Poker sites make sure to read our Poker Strategy page including sections such as Heads Up Poker and Sit and go Strategy.

4. Different deposit methods include online banking options such as Neteller, Central Coin, and Firepay.  Another option is a Western Union money transfer.  If you decide on the online banking option, you will need to go to one of the sites accepted by your poker room and create an account.  Some information needed for the account is your social security number, bank account number, and other personal info.  When you are depositing online, remember to use our bonus codes to make sure you get your exclusive bonus and extra $$.  If you used one of our banners or text links to download the site, you will not need the bonus code, as you will get your bonus automatically.  Once you have deposited with any of these methods, you are ready to start playing. 

5. You will want to select a table that is appropriate for your bankroll, and we recommend to never play with all your money at the table.  We have an article on money management, and also a guide of what limits to play to help you get started.

6. After you play for a while, you may want to cash out.  Cashing out is one plus for the online banking options, as it is very simple.  If you don't have an account with Neteller or any of the other options, you can get a check mailed to you, or some sites allow you to receive a Western Union transfer back from them (you have to pay the fee). 

I hope this article will encourage you to start playing online poker, as it is the future for young poker players.  If you have any other questions on how to get started, please contact one of us.  View our contact page for easy ways to contact us, such as AOL Instant Messenger or E-mail.

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