# Introduction
#### Product Overview
Hightable is a Texas Hold’em poker platform built for private games with friends, clubs, and communities. It combines an easy-to-use web interface with a secure wallet system so every **buy-in, rebuy, and payout** is tracked clearly and automatically.
#### At a Glance
* **Private tables** with simple web onboarding
* **Various game formats:** Timed Tournament, Sit & Go, and Satellite Tournament
* **Transparent economy:** Buy-in vs. service fee are shown separately; chip ratios stay consistent for buy-ins and rebuys
* **Provable fairness:** Deterministic seeded shuffling using Fisher–Yates algorithm with reproducible, verifiable results
* **Safety & integrity:** KYC & liveness checks (required for withdrawals), geolocation rules, anti-collusion policy, timebank & session controls
* **Support:** Refunds/appeals within policy, abuse/fraud reporting
#### Who This Guide Is For
* **Players:** Anyone who wants to join a Hightable game, manage chips, and play in real time
* **Hosts:** Trusted community members who create tables, coordinate sessions, and handle payouts
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**Age & Eligibility**\
Hightable is available **only to users aged 21+**. Availability may vary by jurisdiction. KYC (identity & liveness) and geolocation checks may apply. Please play responsibly.
**Note:** KYC verification is required for withdrawals but optional for gameplay. The platform uses Sumsub for identity verification and liveness checks.
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### Supported Currencies & Networks
Hightable supports multiple blockchain networks and ERC-20 tokens. Supported currencies and networks are configured per deployment and may include:
* **Stablecoins:** USDC, USDT, and other ERC-20 tokens
* **Networks:** Ethereum, Polygon, and other EVM-compatible chains (configurable)
Each user receives a unique deposit address on supported networks. Deposits are automatically detected and credited to your balance. Check the platform's current supported networks and tokens in your account settings.
### Terminology Used in This Guide
**Host:** The person who creates and manages a table. Hosts have special permissions to create tables, manage player balances, and control game sessions.
**Player:** Anyone seated and playing at a table.
**Spectator:** A user who has joined a table but is not currently playing. Spectators can watch the game and join as players when seats are available.
**Buy-in:** Tokens (e.g., USDT or supported currency) exchanged for initial chips at the start of a game.
**Service fee:** Club service fee charged to players. Service fees are separate from the chip conversion ratio and are paid to the host.
**Rebuy / Add-on:** Additional chips purchased during a game (Timed Tournament only). Uses the same chip ratio as buy-in, with fees shown separately.
**Timebank:** A per-player pool of extra decision time that can be used when the basic turn time expires.
**Timed Tournament:** A poker tournament with a fixed duration, scheduled blind increases, and ICM (Independent Chip Model) payout at the end.
**Sit & Go (SNG) Tournament:** A poker tournament that starts automatically when all seats are filled. Payouts use a fixed structure. No rebuys or breaks.
**Satellite Tournament:** A special Sit & Go format where top finishers win tickets to other events instead of (or in addition to) cash payouts. Follows the same auto-start rules as Sit & Go. Any unclaimed prize pool remainder goes back to the host.
**Ticket:** A reward issued to a satellite tournament winner.
**ICM (Independent Chip Model):** A mathematical model used to calculate tournament payouts based on chip counts and finishing probabilities, rather than chip-for-chip conversion.
**Blind Levels:** Scheduled increases in small blind, big blind, and ante amounts.
**Break:** Scheduled rest periods during timed tournaments.
**All-in:** Betting all remaining chips in a single action.
**Side Pot:** Additional pots created when players go all-in with different chip amounts.
### Legal & Compliance Note
Hightable usage must comply with local laws and age restrictions. Do not circumvent geographic limitations. The platform implements:
* **Age Verification:** 21+ requirement enforced
* **KYC Requirements:** Identity and liveness verification required for withdrawals
* **Geolocation Checks:** May apply based on jurisdiction
* **Anti-Collusion Policy:** Prohibited behavior is monitored and enforced
* **Responsible Gaming:** Players are encouraged to play responsibly
See technical documentation and policy details for enforcement procedures and dispute resolution.
**Important:** Hightable is a platform for private games. Hosts are responsible for ensuring their games comply with local regulations. The platform provides tools but does not guarantee legal compliance in all jurisdictions.
### Jump right in
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Players
How do I play?
Sign in with your Google account
Get tokens from your host
Join a table, buy in, and play
Learn the basics in minutes with our Player Journey guide
### What's Next?
* **New to Hightable?** Start with the [Player Journey](https://docs.hightable.app/hightable/user-guide/player-journey) to learn the basics
* **Want to host games?** Check out the [Host Journey](https://docs.hightable.app/hightable/user-guide/host-journey) for detailed setup instructions
* **Need to understand the rules?** Check out [Game Rules & Mechanics](https://docs.hightable.app/hightable/user-guide/game-rules-and-mechanics) for complete game rules
* **Curious how it works?** Read [How It Works](https://docs.hightable.app/hightable/how-it-works) for technical details
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