Question 1

What is a preflop GTO advisor?

Accepted Answer

A preflop GTO (Game Theory Optimal) advisor tells you the mathematically correct action — raise, call or fold — before the flop, based on your position at the table, stack size and hole cards. GTO strategy is unexploitable, meaning no opponent can consistently beat it by adjusting their play.

Question 2

Is RaiseWithMe free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, RaiseWithMe is completely free. No registration or account required. Simply open the app and start getting preflop recommendations instantly. There are no hidden fees or premium tiers for the core features.

Question 3

What is RFI in poker?

Accepted Answer

RFI stands for Raise First In — opening with a raise when no one has entered the pot before you. RaiseWithMe provides interactive RFI charts for every position from UTG to Small Blind, showing which hands to open and how wide your range should be from each seat.

Question 4

What is push/fold strategy in poker tournaments?

Accepted Answer

Push/fold is the correct strategy when your stack falls below 15 big blinds in a tournament. Instead of raising and folding to a 3-bet, you either shove all-in or fold. RaiseWithMe automatically detects short stack situations and recommends push/fold play based on Nash equilibrium charts.

Question 5

What positions are covered in RaiseWithMe?

Accepted Answer

RaiseWithMe covers all 7 standard poker positions: UTG (Under the Gun), UTG+1, UTG+2, LJ (Lojack), HJ (Hijack), CO (Cutoff), BTN (Button) and SB (Small Blind). Each position has its own recommended opening range, from 13% at UTG to 43% from the Button.

Question 6

What languages does RaiseWithMe support?

Accepted Answer

RaiseWithMe is available in 6 languages: English, German (Deutsch), Spanish (Español), Portuguese (Português), Chinese (中文) and Polish (Polski). All recommendations, glossary definitions and interface elements are fully translated.

Question 7

What is GTO poker strategy?

Accepted Answer

GTO (Game Theory Optimal) poker strategy is a mathematically balanced approach that cannot be exploited by opponents regardless of how they adjust. It involves mixing actions (raise, call, fold) at specific frequencies. RaiseWithMe uses simplified binary GTO approximations based on published poker literature — a strong starting point for any player looking to improve.

Question 8

How many poker terms are in the RaiseWithMe glossary?

Accepted Answer

The RaiseWithMe poker glossary contains over 100 terms, covering basics, positions, preflop concepts, postflop play, hand rankings, mathematics (pot odds, equity, EV), tournament strategy and advanced concepts like GTO, ICM, polarization and exploitation. Each term includes a definition and a practical example, available in 6 languages.

Question 9

What is the best preflop strategy for beginners?

Accepted Answer

The best preflop strategy for beginners is to learn position-based opening ranges (RFI charts) and basic push/fold strategy for short stacks. Start tight from early positions (~13% of hands from UTG) and widen your range from late positions (~43% from Button). RaiseWithMe provides free interactive charts for every position.

Question 10

How do I calculate pot odds in poker?

Accepted Answer

Pot odds are calculated by dividing the cost of your call by the total pot after your call. For example: pot is 200, opponent bets 100. You pay 100 into a pot of 400, so you need 100/400 = 25% equity to call profitably. Use the Rule of 2 and 4: multiply your outs by 2 on the turn or 4 on the flop for approximate equity.

Question 11

When should I use push/fold strategy in tournaments?

Accepted Answer

Use push/fold strategy when your stack drops below 15 big blinds in a tournament. At this stack depth, standard raises are suboptimal because you cannot raise and fold to a 3-bet. Instead, either shove all-in or fold. Your push range depends on position: wider from late position (Button/Cutoff) and tighter from early position.