Michael Adkins 
Though online poker has evolved considerably over time, cheaters still exist – from those breaking laws all the way down to those doing something slightly improper – which makes for an edgy game at times.
Players should take proactive steps and play only on reliable websites with established security protocols – this will help maintain an enjoyable, fair game.
1. Check your account frequently
One way an online poker player could be exploited is for someone to break in while they’re playing and steal information or use hacker access to gain money from them.
Players can protect themselves by regularly checking their accounts and keeping personal details private in chat functions. It is crucial that players select a legitimate poker site which takes security seriously; look for one with recognized authorities licensing it and using encryption technologies, while boasting excellent customer support and dedicated security teams.
Players should exercise extreme caution when using public Wi-Fi for poker play. Criminals have the capability of creating fake networks that mimic hotel, restaurant or airport names in order to misdirect data directly into their devices. When connecting via public Wi-Fi it is wise to always verify its network name prior to login; never enter sensitive data such as account passwords into this network!
2. Keep your personal information private
Cheaters have long attempted to undermine poker, especially online versions, using everything from collusion rings and multi-accounting software, multi-accounting accounts and banned real-time assistance software as ways of cheating the system. Poker sites have had to contend with such activity since its conception.
Compare this with offline poker several decades ago; while it has since become significantly cleaner. Unfortunately, however, dubious characters still occasionally join in on the action; thankfully most poker platforms take preventative steps and work toward creating fairness within their game.
Players should always protect their personal information when gaming at an online or land-based casino, whether that involves password security or two-factor authentication to ensure no one else can gain entry to their accounts and use them for illicit activities. By doing this, hackers will have less opportunity to gain access to this sensitive data for illicit purposes.
3. Check for suspicious activity
Poker is a demanding game that takes considerable training and skill to master, yet some players go too far, using their abilities for unethical gain that could compromise its integrity.
Online poker fraud encompasses account takeover (ATO) and transaction fraud. Account takeover fraud refers to cybercriminals gaining unauthorised access to player poker accounts by stealing credentials – this allows them to gain control and steal funds or personal information, or engage in other illegal activities such as engaging in transaction fraud or account takeover fraud.
Real-time assistance (RTA) is another common form of poker cheating online, whereby players use software to help solve hands real time and gain an unfair edge in real time. RTA should be reported immediately on all poker platforms; any instances should also be watched out for, including avoidance of chat interaction and swift exchange of chips; these could be signs that two or more players may be colluding together to game the system.
4. Report suspicious activity
Report any suspicious activity when playing poker online. Doing so helps keep players safe, while helping operators identify cheaters more quickly. For instance, if two players from different locations appear at one table playing together at once from one location it could be indicative of collusion; similarly if someone creates multiple accounts it could indicate fraud or abuse of power by these individuals.
Other suspicious activities worth reporting may include angle shooting, chip dumping and sharing hole cards through third party communication channels – activities which would violate the rules of online poker and could lead to serious complications. Most poker sites have mechanisms in place to detect these types of activities but it remains important for individuals to remain vigilant.
