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How does the time bank work?

A time bank gives you extra time to act during a hand.

• It activates when your normal decision time runs out
• A TIME button appears when your time is nearly over

Activation rules:

• If you have chips in the pot > activates automatically
• If you don't > you must select TIME

How much time do I get in the time bank?

You receive:

• 15 seconds pre-flop
• 15 seconds post-flop

Pre-flop and post-flop time banks are tracked separately.

How do I get more time in the time bank?

You gain extra time as you play:

• +5 seconds for every 10 hands at the same table

Example:

• Use 7 seconds in early hands > 8 seconds remain
• After 10 hands > +5 seconds > total becomes 13 seconds

What happens to the time bank if I disconnect?

• The time bank does not activate if you are disconnected
• Instead, you are given time to reconnect

How long do I have to reconnect?

Reconnect time depends on the pot size:

• Around 30 seconds for small pots
• Up to 240 seconds for large pots

Larger or more important pots allow more time.

If time expires, your hand is folded.

What happens if I stay disconnected?

• You are automatically sat out
• You remain out until you reconnect

When am I removed from the table?

You may be removed after missing:

• 3 blinds (9-handed Hold'em or Omaha)
• 4 blinds (6-handed tables)
• 20 antes (Stud games)

Removal only happens if there is a waiting list.