SWC Poker Deposits & Withdrawals
SWC Poker operates only in Bitcoin. There are no credit cards, e-wallets, or bank transfers in traditional currency—all deposits and withdrawals are in BTC. This page explains how funding and cashing out work, what the minimums and typical times are, and how chips relate to Bitcoin.
How to Deposit Bitcoin
To add funds to your SWC Poker account, you send Bitcoin from your own wallet to a unique deposit address that the site assigns to your account. You can find this address in the client or on the website, usually under “Cashier”, “Deposit”, or “Account”. The address is long and starts with “1” or “3” (or “bc1” for bech32). Each account has its own address; do not send BTC to another player’s or a generic address you see on a forum.
After you broadcast the transaction to the Bitcoin network, the funds are credited to your SWC Poker balance after one confirmation. One confirmation means that the transaction has been included in a block on the blockchain. The time to reach one confirmation varies with network congestion; it often takes about 10 to 30 minutes, but can be longer during busy periods. SWC Poker does not credit deposits before confirmation, so you may need to wait until the first confirmation appears.
There is no minimum deposit. The site credits all incoming Bitcoin down to the smallest unit: one satoshi (0.00000001 BTC). So you can test with a very small amount if you wish. There is no deposit fee charged by SWC Poker; you only pay the Bitcoin network fee (miner fee) when you send the transaction from your wallet. That fee is set by your wallet or by you when you create the transaction, not by SWC Poker.
| Method | Minimum | Fee | Typical time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin (BTC) | No minimum (from 1 satoshi) | Network fee only (when sending) | ~10–30 min (1 confirmation) |
How to Withdraw Bitcoin
To cash out, you request a withdrawal from your SWC Poker account to your own Bitcoin address. In the client or on the site, open the Cashier or Withdraw section and enter the amount you want to withdraw (in chips or BTC, depending on how the form is set up) and the destination Bitcoin address. Double-check the address: Bitcoin transactions are irreversible, and sending to a wrong address can mean permanent loss of funds.
SWC Poker processes withdrawals regularly. According to the official FAQ, withdrawals typically complete within 4 to 6 hours on average. In rare cases they can take up to 24 hours. The minimum withdrawal amount is 500 chips. Because 1 chip = 0.000001 BTC, 500 chips = 0.0005 BTC. You cannot withdraw less than that in a single request. The Bitcoin network fee required to send your withdrawal is deducted from the amount you withdraw; SWC Poker does not charge an extra withdrawal fee on top of that.
| Method | Minimum | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin (BTC) | 500 chips (0.0005 BTC) | 4–6 hours average (up to 24h in rare cases) |
Fees and Limits
SWC Poker does not charge a separate fee for deposits or withdrawals. For deposits, you pay only the Bitcoin network fee when you send the transaction from your wallet; that fee goes to the miners, not to SWC Poker. For withdrawals, the network fee is deducted from the amount you withdraw. So if you withdraw 10,000 chips and the network fee is the equivalent of 500 chips, you receive 9,500 chips’ worth of BTC (minus the fee in BTC terms). The exact fee depends on network conditions and the size of the transaction in bytes.
Keeping withdrawals reasonable in size and not fragmenting into many tiny outputs helps keep fees manageable. If you have questions about a specific withdrawal or fee, contact SWC Poker support (support@swcpoker.club or Telegram t.me/swcpoker).
Chip Value and Conversion
On SWC Poker, your balance is shown in chips. One chip is worth 0.000001 BTC. This unit is also known as 1 bit or 1 microBTC (μBTC). So 1,000,000 chips = 1 Bitcoin. When you deposit, the BTC amount is converted to chips at this rate. When you withdraw, you request an amount in chips and the site sends the equivalent in Bitcoin (minus the network fee) to your address.
This fixed rate makes it easy to understand how much you are playing for in real terms. For example, a 100-chip blind level means 0.0001 BTC per big blind. Prize pools and rake are also denominated in chips and follow the same conversion.
Deposits & Withdrawals FAQ
Can I use a different cryptocurrency?
SWC Poker is Bitcoin-only. The site does not accept Ethereum, Litecoin, stablecoins, or other cryptocurrencies for deposits or withdrawals. You must use Bitcoin. Some sources also mention Bitcoin Cash (BCH) in relation to SWC; check the official site for the current list of accepted assets.
Why did my deposit not show up yet?
Deposits are credited after one blockchain confirmation. If your transaction is still unconfirmed (pending in your wallet or on a block explorer), SWC Poker will not credit it yet. Wait for at least one confirmation. If it has been confirmed and you still do not see the balance, contact support with your transaction ID (txid) and the deposit address you used.
Is there a maximum withdrawal?
The official FAQ does not state a maximum withdrawal amount. Practical limits may apply due to liquidity or security procedures. For large withdrawals, the site may process them in batches or after additional checks. Contact support if you have a large balance and want to withdraw a significant amount.
Ready to Play?
Deposit Bitcoin to your SWC Poker account to play cash games and tournaments, or start with freerolls and build a balance. Withdrawals are processed regularly in BTC to your wallet.