What to Look For in Sports Betting Tracking Software

Lately I have been focusing a number of articles on the topic of tracking your bets. As a sports punter, you cannot make improvements on wagering if you are not keeping track of your betting successes and failures. You can do this on your own using a spreadsheet in Excel, but it is much easier if you are using sports betting tracking software.

Any time you spend money on a service related to betting, however, you need to make sure that it is going to be money well spent. Some sports betting tracking programs offer an excellent value, while others do not. What should you look for in terms of features while you are shopping for the perfect choice?

• A useful dashboard. You want to be able to see and access all of the data you find most helpful. The best programs include a dashboard which keeps all of your information central and easily accessible. You will be able to get an idea as to the health of your betting accounts at a glance.

• Automatic, real-time updating. Look for a program you can link to your betting sites and will automatically load in new data as you bet. You should be able to open the program and see current feedback at any moment.

• Helpful charts and analysis. One of the best things about betting trackers is that not only can they compile information, but they can present it to you in an easily understandable format. Shop for a program that offers an array of charts and graphs for visual feedback. You can also find programs which will provide you with detailed analysis and even suggestions for improving your wagers.

• Easy exporting. You want software which is going to allow you to export your information to Excel. You do not want the information to be trapped in the program.

• Security. Make sure you pick a program that will keep your personal information as well as your betting information private and secure.

• Customer service. Any time you buy a product to use on an ongoing basis, you want to make sure that you will be getting great customer support. Will updates be available? What will you need to do in order to obtain them? Will they be free? Are they manual or automatic? If you need help using a feature, or if you have another question or concern, will someone be there to help you? Can you reach them on the phone or live chat, or do you need to go through a knowledgebase or user community?

Betting tracking software may be free or it may cost money. Programs that carry a cost usually have a free trial available, so you can test-drive the software before making a final decision. Give it a try; when you find something you like, you will never look back!