Blackjack guides

Free, plain-English guides to blackjack, written by the team behind Soft 17, a free multiplayer blackjack game you can play with friends. No sign-up needed.

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• Blackjack Basic Strategy Chart (6 Decks, S17) — Printable
  The full hit, stand, double and split chart for the rules Soft 17 uses, with a printable image.
• Soft 17 in Blackjack: Does the Dealer Stand or Hit?
  What a soft 17 is, and how the dealer hitting or standing changes the game.
• Blackjack Rules Compared: Decks, 3:2 vs 6:5, Surrender and More
  The rule differences between tables and what each one means for you.
• Blackjack for Beginners: Your First Hand Explained
  A plain-English walkthrough of a whole hand, with answers to common questions.
• Blackjack Glossary: Every Term Explained
  Hit, stand, push, shoe, hole card, soft hand and more, defined simply.
• Pontoon vs Blackjack: What Is the Difference?
  How the British game of pontoon compares with blackjack.
• How to Host a Virtual Casino Night with Friends
  A free, easy way to run a casino night online, with tips for a good evening.
• Blackjack Payout Calculator: 3:2, 6:5, Insurance and Double Down
  Work out what a blackjack, a win, insurance or a double pays.

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