Poker Basics

A rake cap is the maximum rake taken from a pot under a specified cash-game structure. The cap can vary by stakes, table size and the operator’s rules.

Example

Example of Rake Cap

A hypothetical game charges 5% rake capped at $3. A $100 pot would reach the cap rather than losing the full $5 percentage calculation.

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Published: October 9, 2026
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