Change your Steam password through your account settings on the Steam website
To change your Steam password, you log into your Steam account on the Steam website, go to your account details, and select the option to change your password. Steam will ask you to enter your current password, then type your new password twice. After you confirm the change, Steam logs you out of all devices and you log back in with the new password.
The entire process takes about five minutes. You do not need to uninstall Steam or restart your computer. The change takes effect immediately across all your devices — phone, computer, and web browser.
Key Takeaways
- You must enter your current password before Steam lets you set a new one, so have that information ready.
- Steam will log you out everywhere after you change your password, and you will need to log back in on each device.
- Your new password must be at least eight characters long and cannot be the same as any of your last five passwords.
- If you cannot remember your current password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the Steam login page instead of trying to change it.
Step-by-step: changing your password on the Steam website
Go to steampowered.com and log into your account. Click your username or profile picture in the top right corner of the page. A menu will drop down — select Account.
On the Account page, look for the section labeled Password. Click the link that says Change password. Steam will ask you to enter your current password in the first field. Type it exactly as you created it — Steam passwords are case-sensitive, meaning uppercase and lowercase letters are different.
In the second field, type your new password. In the third field, type the same new password again. Steam requires you to type it twice so you do not accidentally lock yourself out with a typo. Click Change Password at the bottom of the form.
Steam will show a confirmation message. You will be logged out of your account on all devices. The next time you open Steam on your computer, phone, or web browser, you will see the login screen and must enter your new password.
Password requirements and what Steam will reject
Your new password must be at least eight characters long. Steam does not require uppercase letters, numbers, or special characters, but using a mix of these makes your password harder to guess. Steam will reject a password if it is too similar to your username or email address.
Steam also will not let you reuse any of your last five passwords. If you try to set a password you have used before within the last five changes, Steam shows an error message and asks you to choose a different one. This rule exists to prevent you from cycling back to an old, possibly compromised password.
What happens after you change your password
Steam logs you out of every device where you were logged in. This includes your computer, phone, tablet, and any web browser where you were signed into your Steam account. You will see the login screen the next time you try to use Steam on any of those devices.
Log back in using your new password. Steam may ask you to verify your identity if you are logging in from a new device or location — you might receive an email with a code to enter, or Steam might ask you security questions. This is a safety measure to make sure someone else is not trying to access your account.
Your game library, friends list, and saved games do not change. Changing your password does not affect anything inside your account except the password itself.
If you forgot your current password
Do not try to change your password if you cannot remember it. Instead, go to steampowered.com/login and click Forgot your password? below the login fields. Steam will ask you to enter your email address or username.
Steam sends a password reset link to the email address connected to your account. Click the link in that email, and you can create a new password without needing to know the old one. The reset link expires after 24 hours, so check your email soon after you request it. If you do not see the email, check your spam or junk folder.
Changing your password on the Steam mobile app
You cannot change your password directly in the Steam mobile app. You must use the Steam website on your phone's web browser or a computer. Open a web browser, go to steampowered.com, and follow the same steps listed above.
After you change your password on the website, the Steam app will log you out. Open the app and log back in with your new password. You may need to verify your identity again depending on your account settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will changing my password delete my games or friends?
No. Changing your password only changes how you log in. Your game library, friends list, achievements, and all other account data stay exactly the same. Nothing is deleted or lost.
How long does it take for the password change to work on all my devices?
The change is immediate on the Steam website. On your computer and phone, you will be logged out right away, but you may need to restart the Steam app or refresh your web browser to see the logout. After that, log back in with your new password.
Can I change my password if I have Steam Guard enabled?
Yes. Steam Guard is a separate security feature that does not prevent password changes. You can change your password whether Steam Guard is on or off. Changing your password does not turn off Steam Guard.
What if I change my password but still cannot log in?
Make sure you are typing your new password correctly — Steam passwords are case-sensitive. If you are certain the password is right, wait a few minutes and try again. If you still cannot log in, use the "Forgot your password?" link to reset it again.
Do I need to change my password if I think someone else accessed my account?
Yes, change it immediately. Go to steampowered.com, log in, and change your password right away. Then check your account activity and email address to make sure no one made unauthorized changes. If you see suspicious activity, contact Steam Support through the Steam website.