Can I resell a Steam key?

Selling or trading keys is strictly prohibited.

We do not support situations where you gift a game to receive a reward/payment of any kind (which would include things like rep or points on certain trading sites).

Can you give your Steam key to someone else?

Of course! Everyone loves getting personalized gifts. If you know which game your friend already wants then you can buy that game as a gift from the Steam store. However, if you aren't quite sure what your friend might want for, say their birthday or holiday, then a Steam gift card can be a great gift.

Can you resell game keys?

You can sell digital game keys, DLCs, gift cards, software or simply anything based on an activation key or a unique link.

Can you refund a Steam game if you used a key?

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.

How do Steam key resellers make money?

Those who source their keys from wholesalers and developers/publishers profit from the discounts they get due to the sheer size of their purchases. Retailers who source their keys from low-cost regions, on the other hand, get a profit even after selling on the cheap due to the difference in currency strength.

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Can Steam ban you for using G2A?

Valve can ban you for pretty much any reason, or no reason at all; it's included in the various forms you agree to when you make an account. However, it's not likely for you to be banned from Steam for buying games on G2A.

Is it Bannable to buy Steam keys?

HOWEVER, game hubs are run however the people running it want it to. If you admit to buying a key this way or they find out otherwise, they can just ban you from this game's community. There have been cases were people have been banned for alleged piracy.

Can you unredeem a Steam key?

No, it is a one time use item.

What happens if you use a stolen Steam key?

If the keys were stolen; they'd be revoked automatically by Steam Support and you'd get a red profile notification. That's not to say the games aren't stolen or fraudulently obtained in the first place so they may very well be revoked at some stage and you will lose your money. Do not respond to the email though.

Do Steam game keys expire?

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.

Is reselling codes illegal?

Selling Services, Not Coupons

There is no type of legislation that I know of that says this kind of service is illegal. However, what the Federal Trade Commission states is, "Selling or transferring coupons to a third party violates most manufacturers' coupon redemption policies -- and usually voids the coupon."

How do cheap Steam keys work?

Steam keys are codes that users can enter to activate a game on Steam, much like a normal CD key is used to curb piracy. Once a game is activated on Steam, you can download and play it just as if you purchased it from the Steam store. All of these keygens are fakes and usually lead to something you don't want.

Are G2A Steam keys legit?

Yes, G2A is completely legal and reliable. G2A is an online marketplace where you can purchase Steam keys and other store keys for various video games. Since its inception in 2010 G2A has been building partnerships with other companies, and now works with some of the biggest brands, like Microsoft and Google.

How do I sell unwanted Steam keys?

Gameflip is the best way to sell Steam games for cash

Gameflip is the best way to sell Steam games, whether you want to update your collection or just need some cash. Have a spare Steam game key in your digital library or a digital game gift from a friend? Sell it Gameflip and use the proceeds for other games.

Can two people use the same Steam key?

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.

Can I check if Steam key has been used?

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.

Can Steam ban you for using CD keys?

No. As long as you got it from a legit source.

Has a VAC ban ever been removed?

VAC bans are permanent and cannot be removed from an account. If a VAC ban has been issued incorrectly it will automatically be rolled back by the VAC team. You can learn more about Valve Anti-Cheat here. Game Bans are used by game developers to address malicious behavior that falls outside of VAC detection.

Is Steam VAC ban permanent?

VAC bans are permanent, non-negotiable, and cannot be removed by Steam Support. If a VAC ban is determined to have been issued incorrectly, it will automatically be removed. If you wish to discuss Valve Anti-Cheat with the community, you may do so here. What is VAC?

Does VAC ban ever go away?

VAC bans are permanent, non-negotiable, and cannot be removed by Steam Support. If a VAC ban is determined to have been issued incorrectly, it will automatically be removed.

Is G2A GREY market?

G2A has a reputation for enabling people to buy keys in bulk from other countries (where the price is cheaper) and sell them for a profit in more expensive territories. That's pretty much the definition of 'grey market'.

What can Steam ban you for?

How do I get past G2A ban?

Why are G2A keys so cheap?

Many sellers on G2A Marketplace are wholesalers who purchase game keys straight from the developers and publishers in bulk. Since they buy a large number of products at once, they purchase them at much lower prices. This means they can in turn offer their customers great discounts.

How long do G2A Steam keys last?

It only means, that after the purchase you have one month to activate the key before it becomes irredeemable.