Poker Timer 2 Shutdown - What You Need to Know
After over a decade of service, The Poker Timer 2 is reaching its end-of-life in March 2025. We're officially retiring the software to focus on delivering the best poker tournament hosting experience with The Poker Timer 3.
We know this affects many long-time users, and we want to be as transparent as possible about why this is happening, what it means for you, and the options available.
Why Is The Poker Timer 2 Shutting Down?
- Aging Technology - Version 2 was built over a decade ago and lacks the ability to support modern features.
- Limited Resources - Maintaining two versions of the software takes away development time from building better tools for tournament hosts.
- Improving the Experience - Version 3 has been rebuilt from the ground up, ensuring a more stable, feature-rich, and continuously improving poker timer.
Supporting two platforms is no longer feasible, and we must go all-in on The Poker Timer 3 to continue delivering the best experience for tournament hosts.
What Does This Mean for You?
If you are still using The Poker Timer 2, here's what will happen:
- If upgrading on the same machine, your tournament presets from Version 2 will be automatically detected by Version 3.
- March 2025: The software will no longer be available or supported.
- You will need to upgrade to The Poker Timer 3 or switch to another alternative.
- If upgrading on the same machine, your tournament presets from Version 2 will be automatically detected by Version 3.
Your Options Moving Forward
We want to make this transition as easy as possible for existing users. Here's what you can do:
Upgrade to The Poker Timer 3 (50% Discount for Version 2 Users)
We are offering all Version 2 users an exclusive 50% discount on the first year of our paid plans.
- Starter Plan: Free Forever - Great for casual games.
- Home Plan: $2.99/month → $1.49/month - Ideal for home games and small groups.
- Club Plan: $9.99/month → $4.99/month - Full control and customization for clubs and serious hosts.
Need More Time?
We understand that transitions can be difficult. If you need more time or assistance, reach out to our support team for help.
Contact Support: support@thepokertimer.com
Considering an Alternative?
If you are looking for a different solution, we recommend Free Poker Clock as a basic, free alternative.
Visit Free Poker Clock: www.freepokerclock.com
Help Spread the Word
Since late 2024, we have been communicating this shutdown through emails, social media, and in-app messages. However, we know that not everyone has seen these updates.
If you know another tournament host still using The Poker Timer 2, please share this information so they don't lose access unexpectedly. Your help ensures that fellow hosts have the time to transition smoothly.
The Future of Poker Tournament Hosting
We take customer service seriously and are doing everything we can to minimize disruptions while moving forward as a company.
The Poker Timer 3 is just the beginning — we have big plans for the future, including:
- Saved player lists for faster game setup
- Player accounts for deeper player engagement
- Results publishing for a seamless post-game experience
We appreciate your support and hope to continue helping you run amazing poker tournaments for years to come.
Upgrade to The Poker Timer 3 Today
Co-Founders, The Poker Timer