How to Family Share on Steam: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to enable family sharing on Steam and share your game library with family members easily.
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To family share in Steam: First, enable Family Library Sharing via Steam Settings > Family. Authorize the shared computer by logging in with your own account, then go to your Library, deauthorize the device, and log out. Have the family member log into their account, visit Settings > Family, and authorize the device. Repeat for each device and family member you wish to share with.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I share my Steam library with friends? No, Steam family sharing is limited to family members and people living in the same household.
- Is there a limit to how many devices can access my shared Steam library? Yes, you can authorize up to 5 accounts and 10 devices, but they can only be used by family members.
- Will my family members have access to my DLC? Yes, if they have access to the base game, they can also access all downloadable content (DLC) associated with it.
- Can we play the same game at the same time on Steam family sharing? No, only one user can access the shared library at a time. If another user wants to play, the current session will be interrupted.