How to Show Your Status as Offline on Steam: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to appear offline on Steam while still using its features. Follow our easy steps for privacy during your gaming sessions.

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To show your status as offline on Steam: 1. Open the Steam client. 2. Click on 'Friends & Chat' located at the bottom-right corner. 3. In the Friends window, click on the drop-down arrow next to your profile name. 4. Select 'Invisible' from the list. This will make you appear offline to your friends while still allowing you to access online features.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I still use Steam features while appearing offline? Yes, you can access all online features while appearing offline to your friends.
  2. How do I change my online status back to visible on Steam? Simply follow the same steps and select 'Online' from the drop-down menu under your profile name.
  3. Is appearing offline the same as being invisible on Steam? Yes, selecting 'Invisible' will make you appear offline while still allowing you to see online friends.