Getting started with online poker
Welcome to icebearpoker.com, the most exciting place to play poker on the internet. You will always find thousands of players online from all over the world, playing for both play and real money.
Playing poker at icebearpoker.com is simple and easy. If you are eager to join in the action then just follow the simple steps below.
If you have any problems or questions, then please do not hesitate to contact us. We have an experienced customer service team willing to help 24/7.
Download your free poker software
The first step is to download your free poker software.
Follow the step-by-step instructions to successfully install your free poker software. Minimum requirements for installing the poker software are explained on the Downloads Page.
After installation, the icebearpoker.com icon should appear on your desktop. Double-click the icon to open the icebearpoker.com main lobby.
Setting up a player account
Before you can start playing (play or real money), you will need to open a player account.
From the main lobby, click "Account" and then "Create New Account". Enter the required details to open your account. No deposit is necessary at this stage. Take special care in choosing your User ID. This is your icebearpoker.com name that will be displayed at the tables and it can not be changed.
Finally, the email address you supply will need to be validated. A code will be automatically sent to the email address you provided. Please click on "Validate email address" in the account menu and enter this code to complete the sign-up process.
Real money players, and play money players who wish to accept prizes, will also need to provide their address and date of birth. This can be done during the sign up process, or later by going to the "Update Details" tab in the account menu.
Getting Chips
You will automatically be credited with 10,000 play chips, so you can play for free straight away. Select the "Play Money! tab from the main icebearpoker.com lobby and select the game you wish to play. Click on an available seat and you are ready to go!
If you wish to play for Real Money, you will need to make a deposit. Refer to the cashier page for a list of deposit options. Under the account menu, click on "Deposit" and choose your preferred method. Select the "Real money" tab in the main lobby to choose the game you wish to play.
If you run out of chips during a play or real money game, simply click on "Add chips" at the top of the table screen and enter how many extra chips you wish to bring to the table.
If you have any questions then please take a look through our FAQ's. If you query is not answered here, then please contact our Helpdesk for a prompt response.