{"id":9120,"date":"2025-06-13T17:16:26","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T16:16:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oddsmonkey.com\/blog\/?p=9120"},"modified":"2025-06-13T17:16:26","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T16:16:26","slug":"the-oddsmonkey-guide-to-betconnect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oddsmonkey.com\/blog\/matched-betting\/the-oddsmonkey-guide-to-betconnect\/","title":{"rendered":"The OddsMonkey Guide To BetConnect"},"content":{"rendered":"

BetConnect<\/span><\/a> isn\u2019t as well known as many other betting exchanges, so it\u2019s quite understandable that some matched bettors might be hesitant about signing up.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve already got a couple of exchange accounts that permit you to make money through <\/span>matched betting<\/span><\/a>, why go to the hassle of signing up for another?<\/span><\/p>\n

In short, because a BetConnect account not only improves your profits from your existing matched betting, but makes it possible to profit in ways that simply don\u2019t work without one.<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019ll explain exactly how BetConnect works and what makes it so useful for matched betting, as well as throwing in a few tips to help you make the most of your account.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is BetConnect?<\/b><\/h2>\n

BetConnect is a <\/span>betting exchange<\/span><\/a>, and in many ways it works similarly to other exchanges, such as <\/span>Smarkets<\/span><\/a>, Matchbook or Betfair.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, there are a few key differences. BetConnect has separate layouts for backing and laying bets, making the whole experience more user-friendly, as each mode caters specifically to the type of bet you\u2019re placing.<\/span><\/p>\n

On the back side, the website looks a lot like a normal bookie\u2019s, making it comfortable and familiar for regular sports bettors used to traditional bookmakers.<\/span><\/p>\n

On the lay side, meanwhile, the site is streamlined to show you currently available bets, which you can filter based on sport, maximum odds, type of bet, and bookmaker.<\/span><\/p>\n

BetConnect offers back bets at the best prices available with any bookie, meaning that a regular punter shouldn\u2019t ever be disappointed by the odds available to them.<\/span><\/p>\n

When back bets are placed, these are then sent over to the lay side of things to be matched by lay bettors, at the same price that can be found with the bookmaker.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This does mean that the availability of lay bets can sometimes be more restricted than with other exchanges, and it isn\u2019t always possible to make exactly the bet you might be looking for, especially for more niche sports.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, if you\u2019re using the <\/span>OddsMonkey Oddsmatcher<\/span><\/a>, you\u2019ll only see matches with liquidity at the exchange. You can also improve the variety of available bets by betting at peak hours, which are typically 10am – 2.30pm for horse racing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What Are The Benefits Of Using BetConnect?<\/b><\/h2>\n

One of the chief benefits of BetConnect is that its model works brilliantly for matched betting.<\/span><\/p>\n

BetConnect offers a dedicated matched betting Pro service, which <\/span>OddsMonkey members<\/span><\/a> can access at no cost. You\u2019ll be able to integrate your two accounts, which makes the process of placing your lay bet with BetConnect as simple as clicking a single button from within the Oddsmatcher.<\/span><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll also enjoy <\/span>0% commission on lay bets<\/b> – and as the odds you lay at are available from bookies, you\u2019ll generally be able to find 100% matches, meaning that you eliminate losses on your qualifying bets.<\/span><\/p>\n

BetConnect offers a \u2018lay bet timer\u2019 that allows you to <\/span>lock in your lay bet for 60 seconds<\/b> before you actually place it. Experienced matched bettors will know all too well the feeling of placing your back bet, only to find the lay odds have vanished by the time you\u2019re ready to place your lay bet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This locking feature removes that problem, allowing you to double check everything and place both sides of your bet without the risk of losing out on the lay odds.<\/span><\/p>\n

Finally, OddsMonkey members can benefit from the <\/span>You Lay We Pay <\/b>promotion. This rewards our members for laying with BetConnect – for every \u00a31000 you lay on BetConnect through the Oddsmatcher, you earn \u00a35. You can claim up to a maximum of \u00a330 per month (laying \u00a36000 per month).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

That might sound like quite a large sum to lay, but if you\u2019re a regular matched bettor there\u2019s a good chance you\u2019re laying at least \u00a31000 a month anyway, especially if you often lay at high odds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In essence, You Lay We Pay rewards you with free money just for matched betting as usual – what\u2019s not to love about that?<\/span><\/p>\n

How To Integrate Your BetConnect Account With Your OddsMonkey Account<\/b><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s quick and easy to integrate your BetConnect account with OddsMonkey – just follow the steps below.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. First of all, sign up to BetConnect.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Sign in to your OddsMonkey account, and navigate to the \u2018Exchanges\u2019 tab within the My Account section.<\/span>
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  3. Click the \u2018BetConnect Integration\u2019 tab, and then click the \u2018Link to BetConnect now\u2019 button.<\/span>
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  4. Enter your BetConnect sign in details on the next screen, and click \u2018sign in\u2019.<\/span>
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  5. That\u2019s it! Your accounts are now linked, and you\u2019ll be able to lay with BetConnect directly from the Oddsmatcher.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Tips To Get The Most Out Of Your BetConnect Account<\/b><\/h2>\n