Can You Resell Your Steam Games? Understanding Steam's Policy

Learn if you can sell your Steam games and understand Steam's non-transferable license policy.

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No, you cannot sell your copy of a Steam game. According to Steam's terms of service, game licenses are non-transferable and linked to your personal account. If you no longer wish to keep a game, you can uninstall it but reselling is not an option.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I trade my Steam games with friends? No, Steam does not allow trading or transferring of game licenses between accounts.
  2. What should I do if I don't want a game on my Steam account? You can uninstall the game, but you cannot sell it or transfer ownership.
  3. Are there any exceptions to Steam's resale policy? Currently, there are no exceptions; all game licenses are non-transferable.
  4. Can I refund a game on Steam instead of reselling it? Yes, if you meet the refund criteria, you can request a refund for your game purchase.

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