So you're ready to take the plunge and play for real money! The first
step is learning the best way to move money around. In this section we
explain how to make deposits and withdrawals without paying excess fees,
suffering delays or worrying about the security of your financial
accounts. If you plan ahead, it is possible to use the web to transfer
money in a few seconds with zero transaction fees.
One thing to consider before you play is whether you would be breaking
any laws by playing online poker. Unfortunately, laws in most countries
are slow to catch up with the fast-changing world of the internet. That
means it can be hard for even a legal expert to say what is a lawful
activity and what is not. If you are in the U.S., you can find more
information in our Legal
Center. As of this writing and to the extent of our knowledge, no
person in any country has ever been charged with a crime for playing
online poker. However, consider your local legal climate and keep up with
the news.