Poker Etiquette both Online and Offline

Good etiquette is a basic part of playing Texas Holdem Poker, online or offline. Here are some of the general courtesies that are expected at popular online poker rooms like PartyPoker.com:

Whether or not you play like a champion, you can act like a champion.

Treat others as you would like to be treated. There is no point in being rude!

Do not harass or intimidate other players at the table.

Do not criticize your opponents' play. Not everyone has the same understanding of the game, and it is easy to take exception to how someone else plays. REMEMBER, it is their hand to play as THEY see fit, EVEN if it is NOT the correct play!

Foul or offensive language in chat is not tolerated. (Violators will lose their playing privileges.) We want everyone to have fun and enjoy playing at PartyPoker.com.

If a player is constantly slowing down the game (called "lagging"), you may bring it to the attention of the player, but please be polite (our support team can assist in case of a connection problem).

Do not type in capital letters as it appears you are shouting.

As we all know, poker is sometimes frustrating. Bad beats are a part of the game, and they seem to happen more in online play. When they happen to you, take them in stride. Try chatting "Nice Catch" or "Nice Hand" to your opponent OR don’t make a comment at all. You can say what you really feel out loud, just don’t type it!

The Live Floorman button is available for your protection. Don't abuse it, but if you question the outcome of a hand or suspect collusion among your opponents, please use the Live Floorman button. A support staff member will look into your inquiry.

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