- Create Your Pool: Use the "Comps" tab to start, customize rules, and set entry fees (free or cash).
- Invite Participants: Share a unique invite link via text, email, or social media.
- Pick Brackets: Choose Men’s, Women’s, or Conference tournaments and submit picks before the deadline.
- Track Live Results: Get real-time updates and leaderboard rankings.
With features like automated scoring, full prize payouts, and social integration, BettorEdge makes the process simple and secure. Ready to start? Visit their website and create your pool today!
Creating Your Bracket Pool
Setting up your March Madness bracket pool on BettorEdge is simple, thanks to its user-friendly design.
Finding the Competition Section
Start by heading to the "Comps" tab in the main navigation menu . This is where you’ll manage all your bracket pools and contests. Once inside:
- Click the "Manage" button at the top of the screen.
- Select "Create New" to begin setting up your pool.
From here, you can customize the pool settings to fit your group's preferences.
Pool Settings and Rules
When setting up your bracket pool, you’ll need to configure a few important details:
Setting | Options |
Competition Name | Choose a personalized name |
Buy-In Amount | Decide on an entry fee (free or cash) |
Payout Structure | Pick winner-take-all or split prizes |
Bracket Type | Choose Men's or Women's NCAA Tournament |
Custom Branding | Add a logo or custom image |
If you’re hosting a real-money pool, BettorEdge handles all transactions for you, ensuring the prize winnings is distributed in full to the winners. Once everything is set, you’re ready to invite participants.
Inviting Participants
BettorEdge generates a unique invite link to make sharing easy.
To get more people involved:
- Send the invite link via text, email, or social media.
- Track participants directly from the competition leaderboard to see who’s joined.
- Set clear deadlines for bracket submissions before the tournament begins.
This streamlined process ensures everyone can join in on the fun without hassle.
Managing Your Bracket
Once your pool is set up, BettorEdge makes it easy to handle your brackets.
Completing Your Bracket
Pick your winners using these bracket options:
Bracket Type | Description |
Men's NCAA Tournament | The classic 68-team March Madness bracket |
Women's NCAA Tournament | Bracket for the women's tournament |
Conference Tournaments | Brackets for individual conference championships |
Free Entry Pools | Practice brackets with no entry fee |
Real Money Pools | Competitive brackets with cash prizes |
Here’s how to complete your bracket:
- Sign in and go to the Competitions tab to select your pool.
- Make your picks for each matchup in the tournament.
- Double-check your selections before submitting.
- Submit your bracket before the tournament begins.
Tip: Join multiple pools to boost your chances of winning, and manage them all conveniently in one spot.
Once your bracket is in, you can track your progress live as the games play out.
Viewing Live Results
Stay updated with real-time scores and standings on BettorEdge. Here's what you can do:
- Automatically track scores and rankings through the app.
- Check your position on the pool leaderboards.
- See how points are calculated with clear, easy-to-follow scoring rules.
This live tracking ensures everything runs smoothly and transparently, so you can focus on the excitement of the tournament.
Extra Pool Features
BettorEdge goes beyond the basics, offering tools to make your tournament experience even better. These features add an extra layer of fun and functionality to your pool setup and management.
Pool Customization
Make your competition page stand out by tailoring it to your group or organization's style. Here's what you can do:
- Design a custom image (400px x 400px) using any graphic editing tool.
- As the commissioner, go to "Edit Competition."
- Find "Display Image" and adjust the image accordingly.
Whether you're running a company pool to engage employees, organizing a charity event to highlight your mission, or simply adding flair to a friend group or school competition, these customizations make your pool more engaging and unique.
Multiple Pool Entry
Want to boost your odds? Submit your bracket to several pools - whether it's the main NCAA tournaments, conference rounds, or just practice pools. This approach not only increases your chances but also keeps everything easy to manage in one place.
Game Betting Options
Take it a step further with a vig-free betting exchange for individual NCAA tournament games. Bet directly with other users, set your own odds, and follow the action closely. It’s a fun way to add a social element to your pool while keeping things competitive.
Payment System
BettorEdge uses a secure payment system to handle entry fees and payouts, employing banking-grade practices for maximum safety.
Entry Fee Payment Methods
You can deposit funds using the following options:
- Instant Bank Transfer via Plaid
- ACH Transfer
- Credit/Debit Cards
- PayPal
Deposits range from a $25 minimum to a $10,000 maximum per week. Instant deposit limits may vary depending on your account history.
BettorEdge works with Vouched for fast ID verification - usually completed in under 5 minutes - and secure storage of your ID information. Their strong KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) protocols ensure every transaction is protected.
"BettorEdge was founded by Midwesterners looking to create a better model for sports gaming. With backgrounds in risk, compliance, and accounting, they prioritize data & security to provide a better gaming experience."
These secure deposit methods ensure smooth and reliable payouts.
Winner Payout Process
Once deposits are made securely, BettorEdge makes withdrawing winnings just as straightforward. After tournaments conclude, payouts are processed automatically - usually within 24–48 hours, though some transactions are completed in as little as 10 seconds. ACH transfers via Plaid are the most commonly used withdrawal method.
To maintain security, BettorEdge continuously monitors accounts, applies fraud detection measures, and enforces transaction limits.
"We've had the opportunity to partner with Vouched for over 2 years. Their technology has been instrumental in onboarding over 20,000 people seamlessly and easily to BettorEdge. It's impressive to see the Vouched team continuing to innovate and improve their product beyond initial functionality. Everyone we've worked with from their team has been prompt and quick to assist with any questions and support." - James Seils, CTO & Co-founder, BettorEdge
Next Steps
Why Choose BettorEdge?
BettorEdge's bracket pool takes March Madness to the next level. With features like automated scoring, secure payment handling, and customizable branding, managing your pool becomes simple and hassle-free. These tools make it easy to create a fun and engaging experience for everyone involved.
Ready to get started? Let’s break it down.
How to Start Your Pool
Follow these steps to kick off your March Madness pool:
- Visit https://bettoredge.com/NCAA-Bracket-Pool
- Go to the Competitions tab and click on "Create Competition"
- Set up your pool: decide on an optional entry fee, choose a payout structure, and pick your bracket format
- Share your custom invitation link with your participants
BettorEdge also stands out with its social features, boosting engagement and helping users earn, on average, 5-10% more per bet compared to other platforms . The platform's focus on transparency and user satisfaction has even earned it the 2022 SBC Rising Star of the Year award.