Freeroll Poker Tournaments

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What does freeroll mean in poker?

An online poker freeroll is a no-buy-in poker tournament that’s free to play but offers a real money (or equivalent) prize.

Freerolls are poker tournaments that are free to enter but offer real money prizes. Newbies to online poker are often surprised to learn about the existence of poker freerolls, since letting players compete for free to win real money seems to be at odds with the house always winning.

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What does freeroll mean in poker?

A poker tournament with no entry fee.

A situation where a player is guaranteed a tie but can still win.

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What is a Freeroll Poker Tournament?

Where did the term freeroll come from?

It’s believed that the term freeroll originated in the 1950s in land-based casinos in Las Vegas, where guests would be given a free roll of coins to hit the slots when checking in. By giving them a taste upon arrival, the casino hoped their guests would want to continue playing and spend their own money.

What can I win in a freeroll?

Almost all major poker rooms host online freeroll poker games. Some are more regular than others, so it’s often possible for players to take part in several freeroll tournaments to win a real money prize on any given day. Prizes typically come in the form of a sum of money, but may also take the form of merchandise or tournament entry tickets.

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How to Choose the Best Poker Freerolls

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Freeroll Poker Tournament Strategy

Play your own game

Some players will play very aggressively in freeroll poker tournaments, going all in on early hands in an attempt to boost their bankroll. Don’t let this bait you into calling their bet if you have a poor hand!

Play at your own pace

In fact, don’t be afraid to take it slow all around. The average poker freeroll tournament, which is often comprised of thousands of players going head-to-head, generally takes a long time to play out.

Respect your opponents

Although you probably won’t be facing off against any world champions, plenty of very skilled players use freeroll tournaments to warm up, get some practice in or earn tournament tickets. You could be in for a rude awakening if you try to bluff as if you’re only playing against complete newbies.

Remain patient throughout

Because freeroll poker players haven’t paid anything to enter, they often start playing more loosely as time passes. Remember that there’s still cash on the line, so there isn’t any incentive for you to start making senseless bets on subpar hands.

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Freeroll Poker Tournament Strategy

Play your own game

Play at your own pace

Respect your opponents

Remain patient throughout

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Top tips and tricks for freeroll poker

Bet cautiously

Don’t let yourself be baited into going all in unless you have a truly stellar hand.

Set some time aside

Be prepared to spend a long time playing as you wait for other players to be knocked out.

Stay tight

Stay tight – even though the tournament entry is free, there’s real cash on the line.

Bide your time

Start getting aggressive when other players at your table are low on cash.

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Are Poker Freerolls Really Free?

In a word, yes! Some freerolls require you to spend loyalty points or do something on social media in order to gain entry. In many cases, though, taking part is as simple as selecting the relevant option in your chosen online poker room. Freerolls were traditionally used to attract new players, so some sites will only allow players who have recently signed up to take part. For others, you might have to play a certain number of paid hands per month to be eligible.

Can you….?	Free play poker sites	Freeroll tournament sites
Practice for free	YES	YES
Play with real money	NO	YES
Learn rules and strategy	YES	YES
Play freerolls	NO	YES
Get exclusive freerolls	NO	YES
Test out new software	YES	YES
Win real money or prizes	NO	YES

Poker Freeroll FAQ

Can I win real money from freeroll tournaments?

Absolutely. Although not every freeroll tournament gives away cash (with some instead offering branded merchandise or entry to larger tournaments), many do provide a share or sum of money as their grand prize.

Why do poker sites offer freerolls?

Freeroll tournaments exist primarily to attract new players and get them in the swing of playing poker, entering tournaments, and so on. The idea is that players will have so much fun that they’ll want to keep playing afterward using their own money.

Do I have to deposit money at a site to play freeroll poker?

Not necessarily. Some sites will let any player who has signed up play – though you’ll need to provide proof of your identity before you can claim any prizes – others will keep freerolls aside for players who have made a deposit or play regularly.

What’s the difference between freerolls and free play?

The key difference here is that you’ll never win anything tangible when using play money. A freeroll tournament gives players the chance to compete for real money without having to risk any of their own. You will never win any cash or prizes in free-play poker.

What is a poker freeroll password?

Some tournaments require you to enter a special password to access them, which is simply designed to limit the number of players who can compete. Another purpose of holding back passwords is to get you to follow their social media or spend loyalty points. Of course, our exclusive password list will help make sure that you’re always on the guest list.

Can I play freeroll poker on a mobile or tablet?

Usually, you can do so. Many sites allow players to compete using a smartphone or tablet and even switch between mobile devices and a computer in the middle of a game, but others don’t have any mobile options at all.

How quickly can I withdraw freeroll money?

Withdrawal times can vary. As with all online casinos, the speed of your withdrawal depends on the banking method you choose to use and the provision of the correct documentation, such as ID. You should also be aware that many poker rooms will require you to make at least one deposit into your account in order to withdraw any winnings, even if they were won in a freeroll tournament.

How do freerolls work?

Players can enter a freeroll tournament without having to pay an entry fee, unlike most other real-money poker tournaments. Freerolls will be scheduled for a specific time, and you may need a password or a certain amount of loyalty points to access the room. You can then start placing your bets and hopefully walk away with some real money winnings.

Poker Freeroll FAQ

Can I win real money from freeroll tournaments?

Why do poker sites offer freerolls?

Do I have to deposit money at a site to play freeroll poker?

What’s the difference between freerolls and free play?

What is a poker freeroll password?

Can I play freeroll poker on a mobile or tablet?

How quickly can I withdraw freeroll money?

How do freerolls work?

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