Full Tilt Poker rakeback
Full Tilt was once known for its online poker player rewards and historic rakeback deals. That should not be confused with a current offer. PokerStars states that Full Tilt's desktop and mobile software ceased to be available on 25 February 2021 and that existing account information and balances moved into the PokerStars system.
Someone searching "full tilt poker rake back" today may be reading a deal page from the 2000s or early 2010s. It should not be presented as a new-account promotion. For current account-level benefits, read PokerStars Rewards and the official PokerStars assistance pages.
Absolute Poker rakeback
Absolute Poker was one of the major operators caught up in the US poker enforcement actions announced on 15 April 2011. Historical sources describe the closure of US-facing operations and subsequent problems involving the operator. The original Absolute Poker rakeback deals belong to that period, not to an active modern room.
Old pages may mention special percentages and affiliate arrangements. Their numbers do not establish a current product, and copying them into a "best poker sites" article would be misleading.
Hollywood Poker rakeback
Hollywood Poker operated on the Ongame network. Pokerfuse reported that it closed on 25 June 2012 and announced the migration of customers to RedKings. Archived Hollywood Poker rakeback advertisements therefore reflect a business and network that no longer exists in that form.
What to do with an old deal page
Check the original publication date, the poker room's present status and whether the terms describe an account that can still be opened. A preserved percentage without an active operator is historical information, not a valid contemporary comparison.
Looking for active poker rewards instead?
Use the current-room comparison to distinguish published programs. Do not enter an old Full Tilt, Absolute or Hollywood rate into the calculator as though the offer were still available.
Why archived percentages still appear in search
Older poker forums and affiliate archives often remain accessible after a room has ceased operating. A page mentioning "27% Full Tilt rakeback" describes an earlier commercial arrangement, not a current offer that can be claimed. The distinction matters because historical names still share the same search vocabulary as live programs.
| Former brand | What can be confirmed | How to interpret old rakeback pages |
|---|---|---|
| Full Tilt Poker | Standalone software discontinued on 25 February 2021 | Archive only, not a new signup offer |
| Absolute Poker | Associated with the 2011 US online poker enforcement period | Historical accounts and affiliate terms |
| Hollywood Poker | Reported closed in June 2012 | Old network promotions no longer establish a live deal |
For a current comparison of published mechanics rather than retired operators, use the active-room comparison.
Primary sources and documentation
Sources checked for this edition. The operator account and regional terms control eligibility.
PokerStars: Full Tilt shutdown FAQ ↗PokerNews: Black Friday, five years later ↗Pokerfuse: Hollywood Poker closure ↗