Saving a bet, or more accurately, saving your bet slip on FanDuel, isn't about literally preserving a wager from being placed. Instead, it's about preserving your selections so you can easily review them and place your bet later. This is incredibly useful for building complex parlays or for when you want to shop around for the best odds before committing your money.
Understanding FanDuel's Bet Slip
Before we dive into saving your bets, let's understand the FanDuel bet slip. This is where you'll add your selections, adjust your stake, and ultimately place your wager. It's your central hub for managing your bets.
Key Features of the FanDuel Bet Slip:
- Adding Selections: You add selections to your bet slip by clicking on the odds of your chosen outcomes (e.g., team wins, player points, etc.).
- Stake Adjustment: You can adjust the amount you're willing to wager on your bet slip.
- Bet Type: FanDuel clearly displays the type of bet you're constructing (e.g., single, parlay, teaser).
- Potential Payout: This crucial area shows your potential winnings if your selections are correct.
- Place Bet Button: This button finalizes your wager and submits it to FanDuel.
How to Save Your FanDuel Bet Slip
The method for saving your bet slip on FanDuel depends on whether you're using the app or the website. Both options provide similar functionality but with slightly different interfaces.
Saving Bets on the FanDuel App:
- Add your Selections: Carefully choose your games, events, and outcomes. Remember, every selection added to your bet slip increases the complexity and difficulty of winning, particularly in parlays.
- Review Your Selections: Before confirming anything, double-check everything on your bet slip. Verify the teams, events, and your chosen outcomes. Make sure there are no mistakes.
- Don't Hit "Place Bet": This is the crucial step. Don't click the "Place Bet" button yet! Leaving the bet slip open on the app keeps your selections saved, though closing the app will likely clear it.
- Return Later: You can return to the app and your saved selections will remain in your bet slip until you place the bet, or clear the slip yourself. Keep in mind that odds can change, and this could affect your potential payout.
Saving Bets on the FanDuel Website:
The process on the FanDuel website is very similar to the app:
- Add Selections: Similar to the app, add your desired selections by clicking on the odds.
- Review Thoroughly: Again, carefully review all selections before proceeding. Confirm everything is accurate to avoid any surprises.
- Don't Place the Bet: Avoid clicking the "Place Bet" button. The website will usually retain your selections while the bet slip is open in your browser tab. However, refreshing the page or closing the tab will likely delete your selections.
- Bookmark the Page (Optional): For extra security, especially on a desktop, bookmark your browser tab to return to it quickly.
Important Considerations When Saving Bets
- Odds Changes: Remember that odds are dynamic and can fluctuate until you place your bet. A significant change in odds could dramatically impact your potential winnings.
- Time Sensitivity: If your event(s) are imminent, don't leave your bet slip open for an extended period. You risk the chance that odds will change, games will start, or the selections will become invalid.
- Multiple Devices: Saving a bet slip on one device (e.g., your phone) won't automatically save it on another (e.g., your computer).
By following these steps, you can effectively manage your bets on FanDuel and ensure you have the time you need to finalize your wagers. Remember to always gamble responsibly.
