PokerStars UK moves to the Betfair platform and launches Stack+

Starting from October 7, 2026, PokerStars UK operates through Betfair and launches a new Stack+ loyalty program with rakeback of up to 25%. Find out what has changed for players.

As of October 7, 2026, significant changes have taken effect for UK players on PokerStars: access to the platform is now available exclusively via PokerStars on Betfair. At the same time, a new loyalty program, Stack+, has launched, giving players the opportunity to earn up to 25% rakeback. In this article, we’ll take an in-depth look at how the transition unfolded, what has changed for players, how Stack+ works, and what steps are required to maintain access to your preferred games and tournaments. PokerStars UK Transition to the Betfair Platform As part of PokerStars’ new strategy for growth in the UK market, all UK players have now been consolidated onto the PokerStars on Betfair platform. This means that, starting October 7, 2026, the only way for UK users to access the familiar PokerStars client is by downloading the Betfair client (desktop or mobile). Login is carried out using existing PokerStars credentials, ensuring a seamless transition for regular players. Following the integration, players retain access to all the familiar features: cash games, tournaments, the shared player pool, as well as major online series such as the Sunday Million, WCOOP (World Championship of Online Poker), and SCOOP (Spring Championship of Online Poker). All these events remain available in the new client. PokerStars’ Chief Commercial Officer, Mike Woodbridge, emphasized that Flutter’s poker strategy is focused on expanding the player base and enhancing the user experience. According to him, bringing PokerStars together with the well-known UK brand Betfair allows players to benefit from the best of online poker, built up over more than twenty years of PokerStars’ history. He also announced that, in the coming months, players from Sky and Paddy Power will be joining the PokerStars network. Stack+: A New Loyalty Program with up to 25% Rakeback Coinciding with the move to the Betfair platform, the new Stack+ loyalty program was launched, designed for simplicity and maximum transparency for players. Stack+ gives you the opportunity to earn up to 25% rakeback—that is, a portion of the commission paid for participating in cash games and tournaments. To start receiving rewards, you only need to activate Stack+ once through the main lobby of the poker client. After activation, players begin to accumulate points for playing real money games—both cash games and tournaments. The program features seven levels, and rakeback payments begin once you reach 500 points. When you advance to a new level, your rakeback percentage increases and applies to subsequent sessions. It’s important to note that points reset at the start of each calendar month, but your achieved level is retained for the entire following month. All Stack+ rewards are paid out as cash, with no additional playthrough or wagering requirements. Technical Details of the Transition and Account Management For all UK PokerStars users, access is now through the Betfair platform. Existing PokerStars players can download the Betfair client (desktop or mobile app) and log in using their current PokerStars credentials. Upon logging in, your account, balance, T-Money, and all active tournament tickets are automatically transferred. If you already have a Betfair account, it is recommended to log in with it and withdraw any remaining funds from your old PokerStars.uk account via the relevant cashier section. Please note that all balances on Betfair are now maintained in British pounds sterling (GBP). It’s also important to note that the PokerStars Casino and Sports sections have been replaced by Betfair Casino and Sportsbook. This means that for sports betting and casino games, you will now need to use the corresponding Betfair products. Context: About the Series and the Platform PokerStars is one of the world’s largest online poker operators, renowned for its large-scale tournaments and high guarantees. Betfair is a leading brand in the UK gambling market, offering a wide range of services including poker, casino, and sports betting. The merger of these two brands under Flutter Entertainment is intended to strengthen their position in the UK market and provide players with a broader selection of products and services. Major tournament series such as Sunday Million, WCOOP, and SCOOP remain available to UK players. Sunday Million is a weekly tournament with a substantial prize pool, while WCOOP and SCOOP are annual festivals attracting thousands of participants from around the world. Stack+ Level Table and Program Terms Participation: one-time activation via the main lobby Points awarded: for playing real money cash games and tournaments Minimum threshold for rakeback: 500 points Seven levels in total, with each new level increasing the rakeback percentage Points reset at the start of each month, level is retained for the following month Stack+ rewards are paid in cash, with no playthrough requirements What This Means for PPPoker Club Players For PPPoker club members, this news is a great reason to pay attention to modern loyalty programs and services offered by major international operators. The new Stack+ system demonstrates how important it is for players to have transparent and rewarding rakeback terms, as well as the ability to easily manage their bonuses without complicated playthrough requirements. The transition of PokerStars UK to the Betfair platform confirms the trend towards consolidating player pools and developing an ecosystem where participants have access to a wider range of games and tournaments. For PPPoker clubs, this signals that uniting players and creating transparent loyalty programs is becoming the industry standard. With increasing competition among poker platforms, PPPoker club players should actively monitor new offers and adopt best practices to maximize their benefits: choose clubs with fair rakeback systems, carefully review the terms of bonus programs, and take advantage of opportunities to grow their bankroll.