The Rider Tarot Deck
A clear Rider-Waite-Smith edition that matches the symbolism used throughout the app and educational guides.
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Start Your Tarot Journey
Tarot is a tool for self-reflection, not fortune-telling. You do not need any special gifts or years of study to begin — just a willingness to slow down, ask honest questions, and notice what comes up. This page will walk you through everything you need to know.
The basics
What is Tarot?
A tarot deck contains 78 cards divided into two groups. The Major Arcana is a set of 22 cards that represent life's major themes and turning points — from The Fool's leap of faith to The World's sense of completion. The Minor Arcana is made up of 56 cards across four suits — Cups, Pentacles, Swords, and Wands — reflecting the everyday textures of emotion, work, thought, and action.
A tarot reading is not about predicting the future. It is a framework for noticing what is already present in your life. You choose a spread, draw cards, and sit with the images and meanings that surface. When you combine that with journaling, the reading becomes a conversation between you and your own attention.
22
Major Arcana
Life's big themes and turning points
56
Minor Arcana
Cups, Pentacles, Swords, and Wands
Beginner bundle
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1. Free prompts
Capture the lead with practical reflection prompts first.
2. Learn the basics
Move into beginner guides, card meanings, and your first spreads.
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Step by step
Your First Reading
No experience needed. Follow these four steps and you will have completed a real tarot reading in a few minutes.
1
Set an intention
Think of a question or area of your life you want to explore. It does not have to be precise — even "what do I need to notice today?" works.
2
Choose a spread
Start simple. A single card draw or a three-card Past, Present, Future spread is perfect for beginners.
3
Draw your cards
Tap to reveal each card one at a time. Notice your first reaction before reading the meaning.
4
Reflect and journal
Read the card meanings, then write a few sentences about what resonates. Saving your thoughts makes each reading more valuable over time.
Card meanings
Learn the Cards
You do not need to memorize all 78 cards before your first reading. Start with these four foundational Major Arcana cards and build from there.
Spread guides
Choose a Spread
A spread is a layout that gives structure to your reading. Each position carries a specific meaning. Start with one of these three.
Three Card Spread
3 cardsPast, present, and future — a versatile spread for any question.
Celtic Cross
10 cardsThe most comprehensive spread, covering every angle of a situation.
Keep learning
Deepen Your Practice
Once you have done your first reading, explore these articles to build your skills and develop a consistent practice.
How to Read Tarot Cards
Step-by-step beginner walkthrough — deck structure, shuffling, and interpretation.
How to Build a Daily Tarot Practice
Set intentions, journal your draws, and create a sustainable routine.
5 Tarot Spreads for Beginners
Simple layouts you can learn today, from single card draws to relationship check-ins.
Draw Your First Card
The best way to learn tarot is to start reading. Pull a single daily card, sit with its meaning for a moment, and see what it brings up. No preparation needed.
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