How do I create a pool?

You must register to create a pool.  To create a pool, click the Create Pool button at the bottom of the My Pools console.  You will be taken to our Pool Configuration Wizard, which will step you through the process of creating and configuring your pool.

Can I set a deadline for all picks to be made in my pool?

Yes, you can now! When creating your pool (except for Squares pools), you now have the ability to define a deadline for all picks to be made. Once that deadline has passed, changes to picks will be prohibited. Note that if a game is being played before a weekly deadline (e.g. a Thursday night NFL game), the pick for THAT game must be made before the game starts.

Can the Pool Administrator make picks on behalf of participants?

Yes, the Pool Admin does have the ability to make picks on behalf of any pool participant, even after the listed game times (and/or deadline, if one has been defined).

Can the Pool Administrator make picks beyond any deadline?

Yes, the Pool Admin does have the ability to make picks beyond any deadline.

If the Pool Administrator can make picks beyond deadlines, doesn't that compromise the integrity of the pool?

To ensure that pools run from Office Pool Junkie have complete credibility, all save attempts are logged and made available to all participants.

Does this site allow me to track participant's entry fees?

Yes, you can do this under the Manage Participants page.

Can I change the options in a pool after I've created it?

Yes, you can change all options if no picks have been made.  However, once picks have been made, you will not be able to change some options.  Consequently, we strongly recommend you settle on your options before inviting participants to join your pool.

How do I invite people to join my pool?

You can use your e-mail client to invite participants but we strongly recommend you include the Join URL with your invitation to facilitate the join process.  Alternatively, you can use our Manage Invites form.

Where do I find my Join URL?

The Join URL is included in the auto-generated e-mail you should receive after creating a pool.  If you've misplaced the e-mail, it can be obtained by viewing the Pool's Summary.  From the My Pools console, click the corresponding Edit Pool Config functional icon.  You will be taken to our Pool Configuration Wizard.  From there, click the Pool Summary button.  The Join URL is displayed there.  You can also obtain the Join URL from the Manage Invites form.

Can I broadcast something to all pool participants?

Yes, you can post a Pool Notice which will appear at the top of all pool pages.  Alternatively, you can send an e-mail (using your own e-mail client) to a pool distribution list, which can be accessed under the Manage Participants page.

Does the Pool Notice support HTML tags?

Yes!