New Security Upgrade Launched at PokerStars 42434b

Online poker players look for certain aspects when it comes to online game play. Players want to feel secure and know that their funds as well as personal information are not going anywhere. This is why online gaming sites make sure to provide top quality security options so that players will continue to visit their sites on a regular basis.

PokerStars has remained the “best of the BEST” in online poker for many reasons, especially in regards to player security. The site recently announced they have upgraded their system to include a new security option for players to take advantage of – and all you need is a cell phone!

Earlier in the week, Stars launched a new SMS validation security feature. This feature was created to reduce player vulnerability to those who are unauthorized to use the . Players will have to opt in to the program and once they have, an SMS message will be sent via text if any activity that may be irregular is found with their .

Once an alert is received by PokerStars, the site will stop all financial transactions from taking place and will not unlock the financials until the player enters in a code which was provided in the text message. This measure will allow only the player to unlock the , keeping those who are unauthorized from using the that is not rightfully theirs.

Michael Josem is the Head of Public Relations for PokerStars and he stated that the new service is free to every player and will provide an additional level of security to player s. The new option is going to be available to s in specific countries and tested before it is made available globally.

To opt in to the program, players will need to their mobile number at PokerStars and then the SMS Security Options must be activated in the menu via the online poker client.