Recommendations Before Joining

This post is geared towards players who are new to chess.com and this tournament may be their first. If you follow these recommendations, you will have a more fun experience in the tournament!

1. Play 4-5 10 minute live chess games prior to joining the tournament. This will allow for your chess.com rating to accurately match your skill level, therefore, allowing you to join an appropriate section in the tournament. 

2. Join the practice tournament on August 13th. Doing this will allow you complete the above recommendation and allow practice for joining the tournament on August 14th

3. Join the tournament earlier rather than later. This will allow you to minimize chances of missing the start time and other technical difficulties

4. During the tournament, do not refresh your tab or leave the tab. You may accidentally be kicked out of the tournament or not be allowed to play in a round.