Full explanation — Rake
Rake is the commission a poker platform collects for hosting the game — usually a small percentage of each cash game pot, capped at a maximum amount, or a fixed fee taken from tournament buy-ins. Rake directly affects long-term win rate, since it must be overcome before a player shows real profit. Sites compete partly on rake structure, and platforms like ClubGG are generally known for offering rates that are quite competitive compared with the larger commercial rooms.