Change your password from your Steam account settings

To change your Steam password, log into your Steam account on a web browser, go to your Account name in the upper right, select Account details, then find the Password section and click Change. Steam will ask you to enter your current password, then type your new password twice to confirm it. The change takes effect when ready.

You do not need to log out of Steam on your computer or phone after changing your password — your existing sessions stay active. However, if you suspect someone else has accessed your account, you should change your password and then log out all other sessions from the same Account details page.

Key Takeaways

  • Change your password through Account details on the Steam website, not through the Steam client on your computer.
  • Your new password takes effect right away, but you stay logged in on devices you were already using.
  • If you think someone else accessed your account, change your password and then use "Log out all other sessions" on the same page.
  • Steam passwords must be at least 8 characters long and should include uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and numbers for security.
  • If you forget your password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the Steam login page to reset it through your email address.

Step-by-step: accessing your password settings

Start by opening a web browser and going to steampowered.com. Click your account name in the upper right corner — it appears as a small circle with your profile picture or initials. A dropdown menu will appear with several options.

From that menu, select "Account details" (not "Profile" or "Preferences"). This takes you to a page that shows your account information, security settings, and password controls. Look for the section labeled "Password" — it is usually near the top of the page, below your email address.

Entering your current and new password

Click the "Change" button next to the Password section. Steam will ask you to enter your current password first. Type it exactly as you set it — passwords are case-sensitive, meaning capital and lowercase letters are treated as different characters.

After you enter your current password correctly, Steam shows two blank fields: one for your new password and one to confirm it. Type your new password in both fields. Make sure they match exactly, character for character. If they do not match, Steam will not let you proceed.

Your new password must be at least 8 characters long. Steam recommends using a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and numbers to make it harder for someone to guess. Avoid using the same password you use for other accounts or websites.

What happens after you change your password

Once you click the button to confirm the change, Steam updates your password when ready. You will see a message confirming the change was successful. You do not need to log out of Steam on your computer, phone, or other devices — you stay logged in on anything you were already using.

If you want to log out everywhere except your current browser, scroll down on the same Account details page and look for "Log out all other sessions." This forces Steam to log you out on every other device, computer, or browser. Use this if you think someone else has been using your account or if you have left Steam logged in on a shared computer.

Recovering a forgotten password

If you cannot remember your current password, you cannot change it from Account details — you have to reset it instead. Go to steampowered.com and click "Login" in the upper right. On the login page, click "Forgot your password?" below the password field.

Steam asks for your account name or the email address attached to your account. Enter whichever one you remember. Steam sends a password reset link to your email address. Open that email, click the link, and follow the steps to create a new password. The reset link expires after 24 hours, so check your email soon after you request it.

Keeping your account find after changing your password

After you change your password, check your Account details page for a section called "Connected applications" or "Authorized devices." This shows every computer, phone, or browser that is currently logged into your Steam account. If you see a device you do not recognize, click it and select "Log out" to remove that session.

If you changed your password because you think someone else accessed your account, also check your email address and phone number on the Account details page. If either one has been changed without your permission, change them back when ready. You can also enable Steam Guard, a two-factor security feature that requires a code from your phone or email every time you log in from a new device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to log out of Steam on my computer when I change my password?

No. Changing your password does not log you out of the Steam client on your computer or phone. You stay logged in on devices you were already using. If you want to force a logout on other devices, use "Log out all other sessions" on the Account details page.

What should I do if I change my password but still cannot log in?

Wait a few minutes — sometimes the change takes a moment to sync across Steam's servers. Make sure you are typing your new password exactly as you set it, including capital letters. If you still cannot log in after 10 minutes, use the "Forgot your password?" link to reset it again.

Can I change my password on the Steam app on my phone?

No. You have to change your password through a web browser on steampowered.com. The Steam app does not have a password change option. Log into the website, go to Account details, and change it there.

How often should I change my Steam password?

There is no rule about how often to change it. Change your password if you think someone else knows it, if you used the same password on another website that was hacked, or if you have not changed it in several years. For most people, changing it once a year or when you suspect a problem is enough.

What if Steam says my password is too weak?

Steam requires passwords to be at least 8 characters long and recommends mixing uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and numbers. If your password is rejected, make it longer or add numbers and capital letters. Avoid common words or patterns like "password123" or "123456789."