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Can I check a Steam code without redeeming?

No, there is no way to verify a key is legit/unredeemed/a specific game.
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Can you check a Steam key without redeeming it?

No. If you try to 'test' the code, it will either tell you that it's a duplicate of a game you already have, if you have it, or it will add it to your account, if you don't have it. (One of many things that drives me nuts about Steam!)
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How do you check if a Steam code has been redeemed?

They only way they will know it was redeemed is if he/she tried to use it at a latter time, then all it will say is that the key has been redeemed already. If it was a Steam Gift, then they will get a notification if it was recived by the person it was sent to. How can i track who redeemed my code.
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Can Steam codes be tracked?

Yes, Steam gift cards are traceable. Steam gift cards have unique 16-digit numbers that are assigned when purchased. These numbers can be traced to individual purchases, making it possible to tell who purchased the card and when.
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How long is Steam code valid?

Do Steam keys expire? Steam Keys bought from Steam never expire - you can wait as long as you want; even if the game is removed from the Steam store the key is still valid.
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Can Steam codes be used twice?

Each Steam key can only be activated in a single Steam account. You can however login using the same Steam account on more than one computer, but only one at a time.
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Are Steam codes refundable?

Unfortunately, this is not possible. Steam's Refund Policy applies only to games bought on Steam Store and not to keys purchased on G2A.COM. Once you activate a product key on your Steam account, the game is permanently bound to it. This process cannot be reversed.
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Can Steam see your IP?

Does Steam Ever Share My IP Address? Steam doesn't share your IP address with other players. Whenever peer-to-peer networking is needed, for example in a voice chat, that communication is always relayed. However, we don't control what games using peer-to-peer connectivity do.
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Does Steam track your IP?

When you visit any of our services, our servers log your IP address, which is a number that is automatically assigned to the network your computer is part of.
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Does Steam detect cheat engine?

The VAC system reliably detects cheats using their cheat signatures. Any third-party modifications to a game designed to give one player an advantage over another is classified as a cheat or hack and will trigger a VAC ban. This includes modifications to a game's core executable files and dynamic link libraries.
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How do I see my Steam code history?

Launch Steam and select your Steam name in the top right-hand corner of the screen. Choose Account details from the drop-down. In the Store & Purchase History section, select View purchase history. You will now see your complete transaction history.
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What happens if you redeem a stolen Steam key?

Your account will not be restricted; however, the CD Key you received will be removed. If you would like to play the game again in the future, you will need to purchase it from the Steam Store, activate another CD Key, or receive a gift copy of the title.
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What happens if a Steam gift is not redeemed?

If your friend takes no action on the gift, we'll automatically cancel the gift and issue you a refund after 30 days.
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How do I redeem a random Steam key?

Redeeming your Steam keys
  1. Navigate to your download page, and click the Reveal your Steam key button. ...
  2. Select the whole key, and copy it to your clipboard. ...
  3. Once you have installed the Steam client, launch the client and enter your login credentials. ...
  4. In the pop-up window, select the "Activate a Product on Steam" option.
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Can you get banned for changing Steam region?

Games are unbelievably cheap in that region, but Steam doesn't like it when you take advantage. If you're caught attempting to switch to Russia from another country, your account will be disabled.
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What happens if your IP is leaked?

Your IP address is essential for sending and receiving information online. But if a hacker knows your IP address, they can use it to seize valuable information, including your location and online identity. Using this information as a starting point, they could hack your device or steal your identity, just for starters.
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Does Steam tell you if someone is watching you?

How can I see who is watching my game? You'll receive a notification when a friend either requests to watch or starts watching your game. At any time you can see a list of viewers from the Steam overlay broadcast box, or if you're watching your own broadcast, from the top of the chat.
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Can Steam see VPN?

Yes. The Steam VPN rules are very clear. Using a VPN is absolutely against Steam Terms of Service, Steam parent company Valve reserves the right to suspend or permanently ban your account if you are caught using Steam with a VPN.
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Does Steam respect privacy?

Steam Data Suite respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy will inform you as to how we look after your personal data when you visit our website or engage with our product. It will also tell you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you.
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Does Steam track search history?

A recent post to Reddit suggested Steam's VAC anti-cheat system was collecting browsing history and sending it to Valve. You can rest easy. If you play games on Steam, you'll likely have fired up a title at some point which uses VAC - Valve Anti-Cheat.
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Does Steam give $100 refund?

You will be issued a full refund of your purchase within a week of approval. You will receive the refund in Steam Wallet funds or through the same payment method you used to make the purchase.
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Can you merge 2 Steam accounts?

Steam accounts can not be merged together. Per the Steam Subscriber Agreement, Steam game subscriptions / CD keys are nontransferable and cannot be reset / moved between Steam accounts.
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Will Steam refund a game over 2 hours?

What can I request a refund for? Valve will, upon request via help.steampowered.com, issue a refund for any title that is requested within 14 days of purchase and has been played for less than 2 hours (this includes online, offline and shared library playtime).
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Can you own 2 copies of a game on Steam?

You can always find any available extra copies on your account by clicking "Manage gifts & guest passes" under the "Games" menu in Steam. The extra copies will be listed in your Steam Inventory. receive an extra copy for before you add the bundle to your Library.
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