Poker is not a simple game, and finding the right place to play it online is not a simple task. The US market has changed dramatically over the past decade, with state-by-state legalization reshaping what is available to players and where. That complexity is exactly why this hub exists: to cut through the noise and give American poker players clear, reliable information they can act on.
Our team brings years of hands-on experience covering the poker industry from multiple directions. That includes platform reviews, tournament reporting, strategy content, and tracking the regulatory developments that continue to define the US online poker landscape. We write for players who take the game seriously, whether they are grinding micro-stakes online or preparing for their first major live series.
Bart Lundquist serves as our lead analyst and editorial director. With over twelve years in the poker industry, Bart has covered everything from hand analysis and room reviews to live tournament reporting at major series events across the country. His background spans player strategy, online platform evaluation, and the regulatory shifts that have followed the US market since the Black Friday era.
Bart holds a degree in journalism and mass media, and that background shapes how content is approached here: technically accurate, but written so that it is actually useful to the person reading it. He is also a recreational player himself, which keeps his editorial perspective grounded in real table decisions rather than theory alone. Under his oversight, our content is held to a consistent standard of fairness, accuracy, and practical value.
The US online poker space is fractured by design. Legal real-money poker is available in a handful of states, with more considering legislation each year. Players in different states have access to different sites, different player pools, and different banking options. Navigating that landscape without a reliable guide wastes time and, in some cases, money.
Our coverage focuses on:
Every review and guide is produced with a consistent methodology and updated as the market evolves. We do not publish a review once and forget about it.
This platform earns revenue through affiliate partnerships with poker sites and related services. That is worth being upfront about. What matters is how those relationships are managed: our editorial team evaluates platforms based on merit, player experience, and the criteria we have established. Commercial relationships do not determine how a site is rated or ranked. Our reviewers strive to put the reader’s interests first in every assessment.
We think transparency is the baseline, not a selling point. Players deserve to know how reviews are produced and what standards are being applied. That is why we publish our rating methodology openly and hold ourselves to it.
Whether you are looking for the best rakeback deal in a legally regulated state, want to understand the software differences between two major platforms, or need a clear breakdown of a tournament’s structure before you buy in, this hub is built to help. The content here reflects years of industry experience, editorial discipline, and a genuine interest in the game.
We are not here to push players toward the highest-paying affiliate deal. We are here to give US poker players the tools to make smart decisions, at the table and online.