But the most common form, and the one that PokerStars uses, is a % of the pot which is capped at a certain amount, based on the stakes being played. For example on PokerStars if you're playingR$0.01/$0.02 NLHE or PLO then the rake is 3.50% of the pot, capped atR$0.30.

PokerStars quickly became the biggest firm in the world's most important market and now has estimated annual revenue of $1.4 billion and someR$500 million in profits. This financial success stems from the rake, or fee, that PokerStars is able to charge players in return for hosting poker games or tournaments.

Although many people play poker for the joy of doing so, even more play real money poker at PokerStars to win more money! PokerStars' real money cash games and tournaments pay out in cold, hard cash, meaning that you can sometimes win a tidy sum once you have honed your skills, and if Lady Luck is on your side!

The PokerStars software download is safe and easy to use, with quick deposits and fast withdrawals, and the award-winning support team is available round-the-clock in a host of languages.