FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is TVGfree.net?

TVGfree.net is an educational website that teaches you everything about horseracing. You can either learn to play with TVGfree.net's interactive tutorials or play for free using TVG Dollars (play money). TVG Dollars are only for playing the races on TVGfree.net, have no value, and cannot be exchanged for anything of value.

Can I play for free?

Yes. TVGfree.net is free for anyone interested in learning about horseracing. Users are given play money (TVG Dollars) to play the races. TVG Dollars are only for playing the races on TVGfree.net, have no value, and cannot be exchanged for anything of value.

How do I play the races on TVGfree.net?

You can play the races by clicking on "Play for Free" on the homepage or on the "Play Now" tab in the upper-left hand corner. Once you sign up for an account, you can play the races for every track TVG offers across the country.

How do I learn to play on TVGfree.net?

You can learn to play the horses by clicking "Learn to Play" on the homepage or by selecting "Learn to Play" from the tabs at the top of the screen. TVGfree.net's interactive tutorials will launch in a new window. Tutorial topics include: horseracing basics, making exotic plays, and how to handicap.

How do I get more TVG Dollars?

If you'd like to increase the amount of your TVG Dollars, click on "My Account" at the top of the screen. Once on the My Account page, select "Add Funds". You may add additional funds up to 5 times per day. Remember, TVG Dollars are only for playing the races on TVGfree.net, have no value, and cannot be exchanged for anything of value.

Do I need to install any software to use TVGfree.net?

No special software is required to play for free. To view TVGfree.net's interactive tutorials, you will need Macromedia Flash, version 8 or later. To download Flash for free, click here.

How do I get on the leaderboard?

Win, win, win. Every user who plays on TVGfree.net will be eligible for the leaderboard. The more often you win, the more likely it is that you'll see your name on the leaderboard.

What can I win in the TVGfree.net contests?

Contests are offered on a daily basis and winners receive $50 SkyMall gift certificates. You must enter into a contest on the contest page if you would like to play.

I signed up to play but can't log in?

After signing up for a TVGfree.net account, we'll send you an email to the address you provided during sign-up. Click on the activation link in the email and you'll be ready to play the horses!

What should I do if I don't receive a confirmation email?

If you provided an accurate email address and didn't receive the activation email, contact customer services at questions@tvgfree.net

*Disclaimer: TVGfree.net does not permit users to wager real money. "TVG Dollars" have no value, and cannot be exchanged for anything of value. Any and all references on TVGfree.net to "betting", "wagering", "playing", "winning", "payouts", "probable payouts", "will pays", or type of play (e.g., "win", "exacta", "pick three", etc.) or the like are solely for instructional and/or illustrative purposes, and do not involve wagering real money or other items of value.