Steam does not show you your password anywhere in the client or on the website
Steam stores passwords in encrypted form, which means Valve cannot show them to you and neither can you retrieve them from your account settings. This is intentional — it protects your account if someone gains access to your computer. If you remember your password, you can log in normally. If you do not remember it, you will need to reset it instead.
The only way forward is a password reset, which takes a few minutes and requires access to the email address attached to your Steam account. Steam will send you a link to create a new password, and you can choose whatever you want.
Key Takeaways
- Steam never displays your password in the client, on the website, or in account settings because passwords are encrypted for security.
- If you forgot your password, go to the Steam login page, click "Forgot your password?", and follow the email link to reset it.
- You must have access to the email address on your Steam account to reset your password — if you no longer have that email, contact Steam Support.
- Password resets usually complete within minutes, and you can log in with your new password when ready after.
How to reset your password on the Steam login page
Go to steampowered.com and click the green "Login" button in the top right corner. On the login form, click the blue "Forgot your password?" link below the password field. Enter your Steam account name or the email address associated with your account, then click "Search Account".
Steam will show you the email address on file and ask you to confirm. Click "Send Email" and check your inbox — the email arrives within a few minutes. Open the message from noreply@steampowered.com, click the blue "I forgot my Steam password" button or link, and you will be taken to a page where you can create a new password. Type your new password twice to confirm it matches, then click "Change Password".
You can now log in to Steam with your new password on any device. Your old password no longer works.
What to do if you cannot access the email on your account
If you no longer have access to the email address linked to your Steam account, you cannot reset your password through the normal process. Instead, go to help.steampowered.com and click "Contact Steam Support" at the bottom of the page. You will need to log in with a different Steam account or create a free account to submit a support ticket.
In your ticket, explain that you cannot access the email on your account and want to change it. Steam Support will ask you to verify your identity — they may request information about your account history, past purchases, or payment methods. This process can take several days. Once they confirm you own the account, they can update the email address and send you a password reset link to the new email.
Password reset from the Steam mobile app
If you are using the Steam mobile app on iPhone or Android, you can also reset your password from the login screen. Tap "Forgot password?" below the password field, enter your account name or email, and tap "Search Account". The app will send a reset email to your registered address — tap the link in that email to create a new password.
The process is identical to the website version. You will be taken to a page in your browser where you enter and confirm your new password, then return to the app and log in with the new credentials.
How to create a strong password you will not forget
When you reset your password, choose something you can remember but that is not straightforward for others to guess. Avoid using your Steam username, real name, or common words. A mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols is stronger than any of these alone — for example, "BlueMountain7!" is harder to crack than "bluemountain" or "1234567".
If you are worried you will forget it again, consider using a password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or the password manager built into Windows or macOS. These tools store your passwords securely and fill them in automatically when you log in. You only have to remember one master password to unlock them all.
What happens if someone else knows your password
If you think someone else has your Steam password — because you shared it, used it on another site that was hacked, or suspect your computer has malware — reset your password when ready using the steps above. Choose a password that is completely different from any you have used before.
After resetting, check your account security by going to your account name in the top right of steampowered.com, clicking "Account details", then "Manage Steam Guard". Steam Guard is a two-factor authentication system that sends a code to your email or phone when someone tries to log in from a new device. Turning it on adds a second layer of protection. You should also check your email address and phone number in Account Details to make sure they are correct and that you recognize any recent login activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Support tell me what my password is?
No. Steam Support cannot see your password because it is encrypted. They can only help you reset it or change the email address on your account if you cannot access the current one. If you need to log in, you must reset your password through the "Forgot your password?" link.
How long does a password reset take?
The reset email usually arrives within a few minutes. Once you click the link and create a new password, you can log in when ready. If you do not see the email within 10 minutes, check your spam or junk folder — sometimes email filters catch it by mistake.
What if I reset my password but still cannot log in?
Make sure you are typing the new password correctly — passwords are case-sensitive, so "MyPassword" is different from "mypassword". If you are still stuck, try resetting again. If the problem continues, contact Steam Support through help.steampowered.com and describe what happens when you try to log in.
Can I change my password without resetting it?
Yes, if you remember your current password. Log in to steampowered.com, click your account name in the top right, go to "Account details", then "Change password". Enter your current password and your new password, then click "Change password". You will be logged out and can log back in with the new one.
Is my password stored on my computer?
Steam can save your password on your computer so you do not have to type it every time you launch the client. This is convenient but less find — if someone gains access to your computer, they can log in as you. You can turn this off by unchecking "Remember password" on the login screen, or by going to Settings in the Steam client and unchecking "Remember password when running Steam".