Poker in apps: How to play for real money in PPPoker and ClubGG?

In 2025, online poker continues to gain momentum, especially through mobile applications. According to Statista, 68% of players prefer smartphones and tablets for playing poker. These platforms are attracting more and more users, especially from Asia and Latin America.

Main reasons:

✅ Accessibility — you can play anywhere, and the simplified interface of the applications allows beginners to get comfortable in 10-15 minutes.

✅ Technology — AI assistants help beginners learn and professionals analyze strategies.

✅ Fast payouts — Withdrawing funds via cryptocurrency, especially USDT, has become much faster and takes no more than 15 minutes.

Economic motivation also plays a role: agents earn up to $1000 per month through referral programs, and players receive rakeback up to 60%.

PPPoker — was launched in 2016, with an interface update in 2024. In 2025, innovations such as support for NFT avatars were introduced. A simplified club creation system with the possibility of verification via Telegram has become available.

Betting limits range from NL2 to $10,000 for High Stakes PLO. It does not have a classic license and operates as "software for organizing games". Two-factor authentication (2FA) and transaction encryption are offered.

ClubGG — launched in 2020 as part of the GGNetwork. "Smart" tables with real-time analytics were implemented, providing beginners with hints during gameplay. The Coins ecosystem allows you to earn internal currency to purchase bonuses and increase your rating. It has a Curaçao license, but it does not apply to private rooms. Mandatory verification of agents is provided.

Despite the similarity of the platforms, they also have differences.

Registration and account creation

First you need to download the software. PPPoker is available in the App Store, Google Play and on the official website, with the possibility of bypassing blocking via VPN in some countries. ClubGG is only available in mobile versions for iOS and Android; for PC, you need to use an emulator.

Then verification is required.  For PPPoker, linking a phone number is mandatory.  For ClubGG, you need to confirm the e-mail address linked to your GGNetwork account.  It's also important to choose a nickname, which cannot be changed after account creation.  Anonymous accounts without links to social networks or a phone number may be blocked in high-stakes clubs.

Club selection

For searching, you can use Telegram channels, forums (PokerStrategy, Reddit), or rely on recommendations from other players.  It's important to check reviews and pay attention to the turnover (from $50K/month), which guarantees reliable payouts.  The commission for PPPoker varies from 2% to 5%, while ClubGG has a fixed subscription for agents.  New users should look for rooms with a range up to 1/2$.

How to join a club?

To join a community, you need to find a broker who is an official representative of the club.  First, the limits, currency, and payout rules are discussed.  After the agreement, the player receives an invitation code or a link.  You will need to undergo identity verification, often including a selfie with a document.

🚀 New Information for 2025:

• PPPoker has added integration with Binance Pay for instant deposits in USDT.
• ClubGG has launched daily freerolls with a prize pool starting from $500.
• Both apps have implemented AI moderation to combat team play and bots.

To make a deposit, you need to transfer money to the agent via card, USDT, or another method, after which you receive chips within the software (for example, 1 chip = $0.01).  To cash out, you need to request a withdrawal from the manager, specifying the amount and payment details.  The transfer time is from 5 minutes to 24 hours, on average.

When communicating with the broker, it is necessary to clarify the price of chips, which may vary depending on the conditions, the minimum deposit (usually 10-50$), and the limits.  For beginner poker players, it is recommended to start with NL5 limits and a low entry threshold.

The PPPoker software is as user-friendly as possible thanks to its simplified design, added dark mode, and adaptive tables that adjust to the device.  There is a possibility of multi-tabling — you can play up to four tables simultaneously on both iOS and Android.

The built-in HUD displays basic opponent statistics, such as VPIP and PFR, in real time.  Among the advantages are intuitive controls (swipes for actions) and a built-in currency converter for exchanging chips for real money (dollars/euros).

Offers various game formats.  Among the main ones:

⏺️ Texas Hold’em (NLH, PLO) up to 100/100/200;

⏺️ Omaha (PLO4, PLO5), where it is more common to play from 0.50/0.50/1 and higher.

Open Face Chinese (OFC) remains popular in Asian variations.  To find a platform, you can contact a consultant who will provide an invite code, or use a referral link for open rooms.

To create your own room, you need to make a deposit of $200 for the first chips and set up a login/password for participants.  The commission choice varies from 2% to 5% of each pot.

Offers one of the most modern and intuitive interfaces among mobile poker applications.  The software allows you to customize your profile with 3D avatars, including NFT elements.  Special attention is paid to social functions:

1. Built-in chats for communication;
2. Ability to send stickers;
3. Friends system.

Tournaments are the main advantage.  Among the most popular formats are Spin&Go with multipliers up to 10,000x, which is one of the highest rates in the industry. PKO Bounty tournaments are also available.  Cash games are represented by all major formats, including NLHE and PLO with sizes from 0.02/0.02 to 0.05.

To find a platform, you can use the official catalog in the software, where there are filters by borders, currency, and language.  A rating based on payouts and activity is also available.  Additionally, you can use Telegram communities to connect with verified representatives.

When choosing a resource, it is worth paying attention to several criteria.  For beginners, it is recommended to start with micro-limits (for example, 0.02/0.02 to 0.05)..

The standard commission varies from 3% to 5%, and resources with a commission above 10% should be avoided.  It is also important to consider activity - at least 5-10 tables during peak hours (20:00-23:00 local time).

Both platforms have their advantages, but they are united by such factors:

✔️ Accessibility — a full-fledged poker experience on a smartphone, support for micro-stakes (from 0.01/0.02) and cross-platform synchronization (mobile software + PC emulator).

✔️ Private rooms — the ability to create closed games with friends and flexible rules (custom blinds, antes, game variations).

✔️ Advantageous rakeback — up to 60% rakeback, multi-level referral programs and bonuses for activity (freerolls, cashback).

The disadvantages include working through managers, the chip rate is set by the resource itself, and there are no instant transfers like in licensed rooms.  Such platforms do not have an independent license, there are risks of account blocking without explanation and limited legal protection for players.  Let's compare the main parameters in the table.

PPPoker remains the best choice for visitors who value private cash games with flexible rules, especially among users from the CIS and Asia who are looking for soft tables.

ClubGG is ideal for tournament players, especially in formats such as PKO and Spin&Go, as well as for those who prefer to actively participate in social functions, including chats, streams and groups.

❕ For new poker players, it is recommended to start at ClubGG, choose options marked "Beginner Friendly", and bet on bonus chips to master bankroll management.  For experienced players, it is worth using PPPoker for cash games in private rooms, and ClubGG for tournament practice.  It is important to keep statistics and diversify your bankroll between several proven rooms.