Back to Poker Terms Blind February 15, 2024 Share In poker, “blinds” are forced bets made by players before any cards are dealt. They are used to initiate the betting action and create an initial pot. There are typically two types of blinds: Small Blind: The small blind is the forced bet made by the player seated to the left of the dealer button. It is typically half the size of the minimum bet for the game. Big Blind: The big blind is the larger forced bet made by the player seated to the left of the small blind. It is usually equal to the minimum bet for the game. Free! Free Trainer! Try the Trainer for free Study on the move via mobile Short stack ChipEV solutions Unlimited access More detailsAdd to cart Share Related articles Poker What Are Poker Ranges? Key Poker Terms Every Tournament Player Should Know April 5, 2026 Read more Poker The Complete Guide to Flop Bet Sizing in Poker Tournaments April 3, 2026 Read more Poker What Is Poker Staking? April 1, 2026 Read more