Step-by-step guide
Follow the process in order, then check the room's current lobby and cashier terms before committing funds.
- 1
Set deposit limits
In your Stake Poker account settings, set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits. These prevent you from depositing more than your predetermined amount.
- 2
Set session time limits
Configure session reminders or automatic session limits. Taking regular breaks is important for maintaining focus and making good decisions.
- 3
Set loss limits
Some rooms offer loss limits that automatically sit you out when you've lost a certain amount. Use these alongside your own stop-loss discipline.
- 4
Know the self-exclusion options
If you need a longer break, Stake Poker offers self-exclusion periods ranging from days to permanent. Contact support to activate self-exclusion.
Tips and best practices
- Set limits before you start playing, when you can think clearly and objectively.
- Never chase losses — if you reach your stop-loss for the day, walk away.
- Poker should be entertainment first. If it stops being fun, take a break.
- Keep your poker bankroll separate from money you need for daily expenses.
- If you feel you have a gambling problem, reach out to GamCare, Gamblers Anonymous, or similar organizations.
Frequently asked questions
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Alex Chen
Cash Game Specialist · 8 years
Alex ground his way from microstakes to mid-stakes NL Hold'em while managing his entire bankroll in Bitcoin. He brings a data-driven approach to cash game strategy, tracking win rates, rake impact, and optimal seat selection across every major crypto poker room. His rakeback calculators have helped thousands of grinders keep more of what they earn. Unwinds with chess puzzles and the occasional rapid tournament on Lichess.
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