Change Your Password Through Steam Account Settings

Open Steam on your computer and log in if you are not already. Click your username in the top right corner, then select Account from the dropdown menu. On the Account page, look for the Change Password button in the left sidebar under the "Login" section. Click it.

Steam will ask you to enter your current password first. Type it in the field labeled "Current Password" and click Continue. This step confirms you have access to the account before allowing any changes.

Now enter your new password in the field labeled "New Password". Steam requires passwords to be at least 8 characters long and to include at least one letter and one number. The password field will show a strength meter as you type — aim for at least "Medium" strength, though "Strong" is better.

Type the same new password again in the "Confirm New Password" field to make sure you did not make a typo. Click Change Password when both fields match. Steam will confirm the change and return you to your Account page.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your Steam password through Account Settings, which you reach by clicking your username in the top right corner of the Steam client.
  • Steam requires your current password before you can set a new one, so have it ready before you start.
  • New passwords must be at least 8 characters long and contain both letters and numbers.
  • You will be logged out of other devices after you change your password, so you will need to log back in on your phone, tablet, or other computers.

What Happens After You Change Your Password

Once you confirm the change, Steam logs you out of the Steam client on your computer. You will need to log back in with your new password. This is normal and happens when ready.

If you use Steam on other devices — a phone, tablet, or another computer — you will also be logged out of those. The next time you try to use Steam on those devices, you will see a login screen. Enter your username and your new password to log back in. This automatic logout on all devices is a security feature that prevents someone else from using your account if they somehow learned your old password.

If You Forget Your New Password Right Away

If you change your password and when ready forget what you set it to, go to the Steam login page on your web browser and click Forgot your password? below the login fields. Enter your account name or the email address tied to your account. Steam will send you a password reset link to that email address.

Click the link in the email. It will take you to a page where you can set a brand new password. This process works the same way as changing your password through the client — you will need to enter a password that is at least 8 characters long with both letters and numbers.

Using a Strong Password to Protect Your Account

A strong password is one that would be hard for someone else to guess. Avoid using the same password you use for other accounts, your birthday, your username, or common words like "password" or "123456". Instead, mix uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols if Steam allows them.

One way to create a strong password is to think of a phrase you will remember — like "I bought my first game in 2015" — and use the first letter of each word plus a number: "Ibmfg2015". This is much harder to guess than a straightforward word, and it is easier to remember than a random string of characters.

If you have trouble remembering passwords, consider using a password manager — a program that stores your passwords securely and fills them in for you. Popular options include Bitwarden, 1Password, and LastPass. A password manager means you only have to remember one strong master password.

Changing Your Password on the Steam Website Instead

You can also change your password through the Steam website if you prefer not to use the client. Go to steampowered.com in your web browser and log in with your account name and password. Click your username in the top right corner and select Account.

The website Account page looks similar to the one in the client. Find the "Change Password" button in the left sidebar under "Login" and click it. Follow the same steps: enter your current password, then enter and confirm your new password. The requirements are identical — at least 8 characters with at least one letter and one number.

What to Do If You Cannot Access Your Email

If you forget your password and cannot access the email address tied to your account, you will need to contact Steam Support. Go to help.steampowered.com and click Contact Steam Support in the top right. Select your account from the list, then choose "I forgot my password" as the issue.

Steam Support will ask you questions to verify you own the account — such as the email address you used to create it, the phone number you added for security, or details about games you own. Answer as accurately as you can. The support team will then help you regain access. This process can take several days, so be patient.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my password log me out of Steam?

Yes. You will be logged out of the Steam client on your computer when ready after you change your password. You will also be logged out of Steam on any phone, tablet, or other computer where you were logged in. You will need to log back in on each device with your new password.

Can I change my password from my phone?

Yes. Open a web browser on your phone and go to steampowered.com. Log in, click your username, select Account, and follow the same password change steps as you would on a computer. You can also use the Steam mobile app, though the process is slightly different — tap your profile icon, select Account, and look for the password change option.

What if Steam says my new password is too weak?

Steam requires passwords to be at least 8 characters long and to include both letters and numbers. If your password is rejected, make sure it meets both requirements. For example, "password" is too weak because it has no numbers. "password1" would work. Adding uppercase letters or symbols makes it even stronger.

Do I need to change my password if I think someone else knows it?

Yes, change it when ready. If you are concerned someone may have accessed your account, also check your Account page for any unfamiliar activity, and consider enabling Steam Guard, which adds an extra security step when you log in from a new device.