How to Reset Family Sharing on Steam: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to reset your Family Sharing settings on Steam effortlessly in this quick guide.

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To reset Steam Family Sharing, go to Settings > Family. Here, uncheck the box next to 'Authorize Library Sharing on this computer' to remove access. Then, re-authorize the devices by logging in with your credentials and ticking the sharing box again. This clears and re-establishes the sharing permissions.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Steam Family Sharing? Steam Family Sharing allows users to share their game library with other accounts on the same computer.
  2. How do I authorize a device for Family Sharing on Steam? To authorize a device, log in to your account, navigate to Settings > Family, and check the box 'Authorize Library Sharing on this computer.'
  3. Can I remove access from someone using my Steam Family Sharing? Yes, you can remove access by unchecking the 'Authorize Library Sharing on this computer' option in the Family settings.

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