How to Qualify for Steam Game Sharing: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to qualify for Steam sharing with easy steps to activate and authorize devices for game sharing.
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To qualify for Steam sharing, you need to activate Steam Guard Security, have a verified email, and log into the device where you want to share games. From the Steam settings, navigate to 'Family' and authorize the device for game sharing. Make sure the person you are sharing with has their own Steam account set up on the authorized device.
FAQs & Answers
- What is Steam game sharing? Steam game sharing allows a user to share their library of games with friends or family members. Each person can maintain their own account, but they can play games from the shared library on authorized devices.
- How do I enable Steam Guard for game sharing? To enable Steam Guard, go to your Steam account settings, select 'Account,' and then click on 'Manage Steam Guard Account Security.' Follow the prompts to activate Steam Guard Security.
- Can I share my Steam library with someone who doesn't have a Steam account? No, both parties must have their own Steam accounts to utilize the game sharing feature. The recipient needs to log in with their own account on an authorized device.
- What happens if I play a shared game while the owner is playing? If the owner of the shared game library starts playing a game while you are playing from their library, you will be prompted to either buy the game or quit the game. Only one person can access a game at a time.