How Rakeback Works - Complete Beginner's Guide

Learn everything about poker rakeback - what it is, how it works, and how to maximize your earnings. Complete guide for beginners with real examples.

January 1, 2025

8 min read

RakebackAsia Team

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If you're new to online poker, you've probably heard the term "rakeback" but might not fully understand what it means or how it can benefit you. This comprehensive guide will explain everything you need to know about rakeback and how to maximize your earnings.

What is Rakeback?

Rakeback is a percentage of the rake (the fee charged by poker sites) that gets returned to players. Think of it as a cashback reward for playing poker regularly.

Simple Example

You generate $100 in rake, site offers 50% rakeback, you get $50 back. Your effective cost of playing is only $50.

What is Rake?

Rake is the fee that poker sites charge for hosting games. It's how poker sites make money.

Cash Games: Usually 5% of each pot with a maximum cap. Example: In a $100 pot, site takes $5 as rake.

Tournaments: Entry fee added to buy-in. Example: $100+$10 tournament = $100 to prizes, $10 is rake.

Types of Rakeback Systems

1. Percentage-Based Rakeback: Fixed percentage returned (e.g., CoinPoker's 33%). Predictable but doesn't reward volume.

2. VIP/Loyalty Programs: Rakeback increases with volume (e.g., Natural8's Fish Buffet 15-60%). Rewards volume players but requires consistency.

RakebackAsia Exclusive Benefits

Natural8 Players: Up to 60% Fish Buffet + Automatic Discord VIP status

CoinPoker/QQPK Players: Best available site rakeback + Discord community access (earn VIP through rake)

Common Rakeback Mistakes

Mistake 1: Not Understanding Requirements

Missing VIP level requirements or token holdings. Always read terms carefully.

Mistake 2: Chasing High Percentages

Playing higher stakes just for rakeback. Play your normal stakes - rakeback should be bonus, not primary income.

Mistake 3: Ignoring Payment Schedules

Expecting immediate payments. Understand each site's payment timeline (weekly/monthly).

Getting Started with Rakeback

Step 1: Choose Your Site - Consider location, game types, time zones, and rakeback system.

Step 2: Sign Up Through RakebackAsia - Natural8: Auto Discord VIP. CoinPoker/QQPK: Best deals + Discord access.

Step 3: Start Playing - Begin at comfortable stakes, track earnings, maintain requirements.

Ready to Start Earning Rakeback?

Choose Your Site

Natural8 Review → - Auto Discord VIP status
CoinPoker Review → - Best deals + Discord access
QQPK Review → - Best deals + Discord access