Login:

Where do I log on to Cartoon Orbit?
Now you can access Orbit login from anywhere on CartoonNetwork.com. Look for the words "Orbit Login" on the left-hand side of any page, click the box, enter your user ID and password, and you're in!

How do I register for Cartoon Orbit?
Click the Orbit box on the left-hand side of any page, then click "Join Now." Follow the registration steps to choose your user ID and password, create your profile, build your cZone and receive your cToon starter kit.

I keep getting a login error message. What am I doing wrong?
You may have incorrectly typed your user ID or password. Double-check the exact spelling and spacing of your login information and try entering it again.

What if I forgot my password?
When you registered for Cartoon Orbit, you selected a password hint. To view it, click "Password Hint" on the login window.
To make login easier next time, check the box next to "Remember Password" and from then on, your password will automatically be entered.

How do I change my password?
Look for the Orbit box on the left-hand side of any page. After you have logged in, click the "My Profile" icon, then create your new password. You may also click "My Profile" at the bottom of any Orbit page.

My cZone/points:

How do I get points?
Each time you visit another Orbiter's cZone or someone visits yours, you earn four (4) points. A good way to attract visitors is by purchasing and displaying cRings, which join Orbiters into different themes or "clubs." When you see a cRing in someone's cZone, click on it to instantly be transported to another cZone displaying the same cRing.

How do I change my background?
Click the "Click Here to Build" button above your cZone, then click the "Change My Background" button in the lower right corner.

How do I change my world?
Click the "My Profile" button at the bottom of any Orbit page, then select your new world.

Trading:

How do I trade cToons?
Trading is simple! If you're in Orbit and meet up with another member who's online, and he or she has cToons you want, use the chat messages to ask if he or she would like to trade with you. If the owner answers "Yes," you will both be transported to the trading floor.

What happened to the "Make a Trade" button on other Orbiters' cZones?
Live trading is the only kind of trading that can be done in Orbit now. If you're having trouble finding Orbiters to trade with, head over to the cToon Showcase. You can find it by mousing over "Collect" at the top of the page and then clicking on "Trade."

When is a deal final?
A deal is only final when both Orbiters say "Yes" to a trade. If you're trading with someone who makes a change to the trade after you've clicked "Yes," the trade is no longer valid. Likewise, if you try to make changes after your fellow trader clicks "Yes," the trade is canceled.

What happens if I decide I don't want to trade a cToon after all?
Clicking the "Decline" button will cancel the trade.

Can I protect certain cToons from trade?
Sure. Click the "Hide From Trade" box on the cToon's info card.

Can I propose multiple trades with a single cToon?
Yes, but only one can be accepted.

The trade I was working on was canceled. What happened?
In Cartoon Orbit, you can set up more than one trade using a single cToon. If you do that, however, all other trades involving that cToon will be canceled the moment someone accepts one of your offers.

What if I just don't feel like trading?
If you're on the trading floor and you decide you don't want to trade, you can leave by clicking the "Exit the Trading Floor" button. Your trading partner will be notified that you've left the trading floor.

I'm a little unsure about trading. Can I watch someone else do it first?
Yes! If you're visiting a cZone and two people leave to trade, you will be asked: "Do you want to watch?" If you click "Yes," you will be transported to the trading floor where you can watch the trade happen. Remember: You are a silent guest. You can't communicate with either trader.

Buying Cards:

How do I get cToons?
You can purchase cToons with the points you accumulate by visiting cZones. Under "Collect," click on "Buy Cards" to look for cToons, gToons and cRings.

What if a card listed under "Buy Cards" says "Code Only"?
That means you must have an Orbit Code to receive that cToon, gToon or cRing.

My "Buy Cards" searches are getting very few results or none at all. Why?
Check and see if you've clicked the buttons to display only "Cards I Don't Own" or "Cards In Stock." When these buttons are turned on, your searches are narrowed down to only those cards, which can significantly reduce the number of cards listed.

What are Orbit Codes?
Orbit Codes are given out on-air during Cartoon Network shows, throughout the CartoonNetwork.com website and as part of special Cartoon Orbit promotions. They can reward you with free cToons or gToons, bonus points or exclusive cRings. To find out how to get current available codes, visit the Orbit Offers page.

How do I redeem an Orbit Code?
On the login window, you'll see an "Enter Code" entry field. Type in your Orbit Code after you enter your user ID and password, then click "Login" to receive your reward. If you're already logged on and you find an Orbit Code on CartoonNetwork.com, simply click on it to automatically claim your prize.

What does the "i" circle next to a cToon mean?
Clicking on the "i" button opens that cToon's "info card," which includes stats such as type, edition and release date. The info card also has a "Check Auctions" button, which you can click to visit see if that card is currently up for auction.

What are cRings?
cRings connect Orbiters who share the same interests, favorite characters, hobbies, etc. When you see a cRing on someone's cZone, click on it to automatically be taken to another cZone displaying that cRing. cRings usually sell out very quickly, and their rarity makes them extremely valuable cards to collect.

What is the cToon Showcase?
The cToon Showcase is the collective name for five (5) cZones that contain Orbit's upcoming cRing, cToon and gToon releases. It's also a place where you can meet other Orbiters for live trades.

gToons:

What is "gToons"?
"gToons" is the name of Cartoon Orbit's digital trading card game. (The individual cards themselves are also called "gToons.") Like cToons, gToons are collectible cards featuring Cartoon Network characters and shows. gToons, however, also have colors, point values and powers that come into play during gToons games.

Where do I get gToons?
gToons can be purchased with Orbit Points under "Buy Cards" in the Collect section. You can buy them individually or in gToons Packs of six each, which also give you the chance to win rare "Slam" gToons. You can also acquire gToons through special promotions, auctions or trading.

What are "Slam" gToons?
A Slam gToon is just what it sounds like--a powerful gToon that packs a punch when played during a gToons game. The only way to get a Slam gToon (besides auctions and trading) is inside a gToons Pack, which you can get under "Buy Cards" in the Collect section. Each time you buy a gToons Pack, you have a chance to win the Slam gToon.

What's the difference between "rank" and "rating"?
Each time you play gToons, the outcome of the game affects your overall rank. However, it isn't just a matter of wins and losses. Orbit's computers use a fancy formula (with, like, math and stuff) that takes into account your opponent's rank, the strength of your decks and other factors to figure out your rating. This rating is what determines your overall rank.

Ranks are updated once a day, so changes in your rank might not be reflected right after you finish a gToons game.

How do I move up the ranks?
The best way to improve your rank is by playing someone with a rank close to yours. Defeating someone ranked much higher than you is a proud achievement, but because your ratings are so far apart, the change to your own rating will be very small. Winning against a player with a rating similar to yours means the change will be more significant and improve your chances of moving on up.