Understanding Steam Family Sharing: Do You Need to Be in the Same House?
Learn if you need to be in the same house for Steam Family Sharing and how to share your library across devices.
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No, you don't need to be in the same house for Steam Family Sharing. You can share your Steam library with up to five accounts and ten devices, even if they are in different locations. To enable Family Sharing, go to your Steam settings, navigate to Family options, and authorize the devices where you want to share your library. Keep in mind that only one user can access the shared library at a time, so it's important to coordinate usage with those you're sharing with.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I share my Steam library with friends who live far away? Yes, you can share your Steam library with friends anywhere, not just those in your household. You can share with up to five accounts and ten devices.
- How do I set up Family Sharing on Steam? To set up Family Sharing on Steam, go to your Steam settings, navigate to 'Family', and authorize the devices you want to share your library with.
- Can multiple users access the shared Steam library at the same time? No, only one user can access the shared Steam library at a time. It's important to coordinate with others using the shared library to avoid conflicts.
- What should I do if my shared library is not accessible? Make sure that the device is authorized in your Steam Family Sharing settings. If the issue persists, try reauthorizing the device or checking your internet connection.