The PokerStars Network has officially marked the next phase of its UK market strategy, bringing British PokerStars players together on the PokerStars on Betfair platform and launching Stack+, a brand-new loyalty programme offering up to 25% rakeback.
Same Poker, New Site
Starting October 7, 2026, online poker players in the UK can exclusively access their favourite poker experience through PokerStars on Betfair.
Designed as a seamless transition, players will still be able access to all familiar PokerStars games, shared player pools, and major iconic tournament series, including the Sunday Million, WCOOP (World Championship of Online Poker), and SCOOP (Spring Championship of Online Poker).
“The Flutter poker strategy is all about finding new ways to bring great poker to more players,” said Mike Woodbridge, Chief Commercial Officer at PokerStars.
“PokerStars on Betfair does that by combining the strength of a major UK consumer brand with the poker quality that PokerStars has built over more than two decades in the game. We’re excited to have completed this stage and look forward to bringing Sky and Paddy Power players onto the PokerStars Network in the coming months.”
Introducing the Stack+ Rewards Programme
Alongside the platform move comes Stack+, a streamlined loyalty initiative designed to reward real-money play with up to 25% rakeback.
Players can opt in once via the main poker lobby, and begin earning points across qualifying real-money cash games and tournaments. Rakeback rewards begin once reaching 500 points across seven Stack+ levels.
Upgrading to a higher level immediately applies the increased rakeback percentage for subsequent play, with points resetting at the start of every calendar month. However, players can retain their achieved level for the duration of the following month.
Plus, any rakeback cash redeemed through the Stack+ Rewards Programme carries no play-through or wagering conditions.
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How to Play on Betfair
Access to PokerStars in the UK is now handled via Betfair. Existing PokerStars players can download the Betfair desktop client or mobile app and sign in using their existing PokerStars login credentials to transfer their account, balances, T-Money, and active tournament tickets.
Players who already hold an active Betfair account should log in using their Betfair credentials and withdraw any remaining funds directly from their legacy PokerStars.uk cashier.
One thing players should be aware of is that account balances on Betfair are maintained in British Pounds (GBP). Additionally, PokerStars Casino and Sports have been replaced by Betfair Casino and Sportsbook.
For More Information, Head to the Betfair Migration FAQ Page
Will Shillibier
Managing Editor