What do I need to get started?
You need World of Warcraft: Forever and the World of Warcards addon. The Windows companion app connects your saved collection to the server for Ranked play and the community ladder. Get the files from Downloads and follow the installation guide.
Do I need to keep the companion app open?
You can collect in Casual mode without it. For Ranked play, keep the app running so it can sync your saved collection and keep your Ranked collection ready to play. Closing the app window leaves it in the system tray; use Quit in the tray menu to close it fully.
What is the difference between Ranked and Casual?
Casual lets you collect without taking part in the Ranked ladder. Ranked collections can appear on the ladder when they meet the Ranked rules and have synced with the companion app. Only public players whose collection meets the Ranked rules appear on the ladder. Casual drops can affect eligibility even if you later switch modes. Read the Ranked rules before starting a Ranked collection.
Why aren’t my latest cards showing online?
The game saves addon data when you reload the UI or log out. Keep the companion app running, use /reload, and wait for the app to report a successful sync. Reload again to bring the server's latest update back into the addon. A closed game must be started again to load it. Public community pages may take about a minute to refresh.
Can the app repair a sync problem?
Choose Repair sync in the companion. It refreshes the sync data first and checks for a usable backup if needed. Restoring a collection asks for your approval and requires the game to be closed. Your original files are kept. If the app cannot prove a repair is safe, it leaves the collection alone. Starting over is a separate choice.
Can I keep my collection private?
Yes. Choose Keep my collection private when signing in through the companion app. Your data can still sync, but your binder is not publicly listed. You can change visibility by signing in again. The privacy page explains what is stored and how to delete it.
How do I trade cards or packs?
Arrange the swap in the game, target the other player and use the binder's Trade tab. Choose one card or one sealed pack for each side, or send a gift with nothing in return. Both players must accept and need the latest addon. Both sides must sync for the server to verify the trade; see fair play for Ranked trading rules. Packs are addon-owned items; native mail, auction-house listings and gold payments are not integrated.
Where are my packs, and what is in them?
Open the Warcards Satchel using its button beside the bag controls, or type /acb bag. Packs are named Pack: Zone. Common packs hold 1 card, Rare packs 3, and Epic packs 5, all from that zone. Their tier changes the number of cards, not a guaranteed card rarity. Right-click a stack to open one pack. Existing packs keep their five cards. You can also select a sealed pack and offer it in a trade.
Why haven’t I found the card I’m farming?
Some cards take much longer to find than others. Check that you’re farming the creature or gathering source shown on the card. Bad-luck protection builds up as eligible attempts are recorded. If kills or loots don’t seem to count, try the drop troubleshooting steps.
What can the companion app access?
It reads the addon's saved-data file and writes the update file the addon loads. It does not read the game's memory, inspect game traffic, or automate play. Discord sign-in opens in your browser; the app does not ask you to type your Discord password into its own window. More detail is on the privacy page.
Why might Windows show an unknown publisher?
The installer is not code-signed yet, so Windows may show an unknown-publisher or reputation warning (SmartScreen). Choose More info, then Run anyway. To be sure the file is the real one, check its SHA-256 against the checksum shown on the download page and the project's GitHub release. The installer is not code-signed, and we have no plans to buy a certificate for now.
Is World of Warcards free?
Yes. There are no paid features or paid cards.