Can You Transfer Games Between Steam Accounts? Find Out Now!

Learn if you can transfer games to another Steam account and how to share your library with family members using Steam's features.

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No, you cannot transfer games between Steam accounts. Each purchase is permanently tied to the account that bought the game. However, you can share your library with family members using Steam’s Family Library Sharing feature. This allows them to play your games on authorized devices. To set it up, enable Family Library Sharing via Steam settings under the Family tab and authorize the computer and account you’d like to share with. This feature is great for enhancing accessibility and sharing your collection without transferring ownership.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I transfer my Steam games to a friend? No, you cannot transfer games between Steam accounts. Each game is permanently tied to the account that purchased it.
  2. What is Steam Family Library Sharing? Steam Family Library Sharing allows you to share your game library with family members on authorized devices without transferring ownership.
  3. How do I set up Family Library Sharing on Steam? To set up Family Library Sharing, go to Steam settings, find the Family tab, and enable Family Library Sharing. Then, authorize the account and device you wish to share with.
  4. Can I play shared games offline? Yes, you can play shared games offline, but you will need to be online at least once to authorize the computer and account for sharing.