Can You Transfer Ownership of Steam Games Between Accounts?

Learn why Steam does not allow game ownership transfers and the risks of sharing accounts.

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No, Steam does not allow the transfer of ownership of games between accounts. Purchases are tied to the account that bought them. Sharing your account or its credentials is against Steam's Terms of Service and can result in penalties.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I give my Steam games to a friend? No, Steam does not allow you to transfer games between accounts, as they are tied to the original account.
  2. What happens if I share my Steam account? Sharing your Steam account credentials is against the Terms of Service and can lead to penalties, including account suspension.
  3. Are there any alternatives to transferring games on Steam? You can use Steam's Family Sharing feature to share your library with others without transferring game ownership.
  4. Why can't I transfer ownership of games on Steam? Steam games are bound to the account that purchased them to prevent fraud and ensure user accountability.