How do I use a free Steam key?

How do I claim a Steam game with a key?

Are free Steam keys legal?

Its not illegal but you do it at your own risk. Expect no help from STEAM if a key should turn out to be not working.

How do cheap Steam keys work?

Game key sites work by bringing buyers and sellers together. They don't make or sell the keys themselves. The keys on such sites are totally legit because they all come from the developers and publishers. The reason they are so cheap is that the sellers usually get them in bulk, at great discounts.

Are cheap Steam keys legit?

It is safe if you purchase them from a reputable source.

Many sites offer cheap steam keys that are legit, and the best way to know if the Steam keys are real is by searching online for user reviews. Websites like Reddit or Trustpilot can offer a lot of insight.

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How do Steam gift keys work?

Steam Gift Cards and Wallet Codes work just like gift certificates, which can be redeemed on Steam for the purchase of games, software, and any other item you can purchase on Steam. You can find Steam Gift Cards and Wallet Codes at retail stores across the world in a variety of denominations.

Is G2A legit for Steam keys?

Every payment flows through the G2A PAY payment gateway which, according to G2A, is “extremely trustworthy” and supports over “200 global and local payment methods, in 80 currencies from over 170 countries”. You can make the payment and receive the purchased game code.

Can Steam ban you for using G2A?

However, it's not likely for you to be banned from Steam for buying games on G2A. Valve really doesn't have a viable way of tracking which keys were obtained through illegitimate methods (not all G2A keys are illegitimate); they're really only able to be reported through the game developers or publishers.

Why not to buy Steam keys?

Dangers of Buying Steam Keys

The first and foremost danger is your PC getting infected with malware or adware software. As you can imagine, this can potentially leave your PC in an almost unusable state, often requiring you to wipe your PC clean.

Do Steam keys expire?

A: No, keys don't expire automatically. Any players who activated a beta key before the game released will keep the game.

Can Steam refund keys?

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. Even if you fall outside of the refund rules we've described, you can submit a request and we'll take a look at it.

Can I refund a game I got a key for on Steam?

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.

Are Steam keys risky?

It's only okay if it's an authorized vendor who receives the game keys directly from developers such as Humble Bundle, Fanatic or GreenManGaming. It is not OK to buy these from grey markets, and the keys may be revoked from your Steam account if they were found to have been illegitimately obtained.

Will Steam ban me for CDKeys?

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

Are gifted Steam keys safe?

Are gifted Steam keys safe? Shops selling steam gifts are most likely not an authorized shop. So yes, there is a risk (e.g. it's region restricted).

Why is G2A so cheap?

When the developers sell games through Steam, it takes a cut of about 30% of the sale. So when using G2A, developers can sell at a cheaper price without losing any profit, especially since G2A's commission is only 10,8%. Resellers on G2A.COM buy the keys in bulk so they benefit from a discount.

Will Steam ban my account for pirated games?

Pirating games can lead to your account being permanently suspended. That's far worse than a VAC ban. So. Did you think it was a good idea to post on the Steam Forums that you're pirating games?

What is the difference between Steam gift and Steam key on G2A?

If you buy a Steam Gift, it works just like a regular Steam key – when you redeem it, the game you bought is instantly added to your Steam library so that you can download and play it. The only difference lies in the activation process. It may vary from seller to seller.

How long do G2A Steam keys last?

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.

How long does it take to get a Steam key from G2A?

If it was an "Instant delivery" offer, you should get them in a few seconds. If that was an "Up to 24h" offer, you will receive the product/s as soon as the seller sends them to you. You can also get the product/s via the order status page and from your dashboard on G2A.COM once your order is complete.

How do I redeem a G2A gift on Steam?

How do Steam keys make money?

Game key sites work by bringing buyers and sellers together. They don't make or sell the keys themselves. The keys on such sites are totally legit because they all come from the developers and publishers. The reason they are so cheap is that the sellers usually get them in bulk, at great discounts.

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.