Poker is a game of skill, but variance is real and losses can mount quickly. PokerTX only recommends sites we'd play ourselves — and we want you to play them safely. If gambling stops being fun, stop, and reach out for help.
Need help now? Call the Texas Gambling Helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER — free, confidential, and available 24/7.
Stay in control
- Set limits before you play, not after a bad run. Decide your deposit and time limits in advance and stick to them.
- Watch instant deposits. Crypto makes topping up frictionless, which makes it easy to lose track of spend. Set an upper limit before you start.
- Never chase losses. If you're tilted, frustrated, or trying to win it back, close the client and walk away.
- Use the site's tools. Most rooms offer deposit limits, session reminders, time-outs and self-exclusion for 24 hours, a week, or longer. Use them.
- Only gamble what you can afford to lose. Poker is entertainment, not income or a way out of financial trouble.
Warning signs
Consider taking a break if you're spending more than you planned, playing to escape stress, hiding your play from family, or borrowing money to fund it. These are signs it's time to step back and ask for support.
Where to get help in Texas
- Texas Gambling Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (24/7, free, confidential)
- Texas Coalition on Problem Gambling: 713-364-4557 — texasgamblinghelp.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling: ncpgambling.org
- Gamblers Anonymous: gamblersanonymous.org
Age requirement
You must be of legal age to gamble. PokerTX recommends a minimum of 21+ for offshore real-money poker, and the content on this site is intended only for adults. If anyone under that age may use your device, please use parental control tools to restrict access to gambling sites.