How to Delete Your Steam Account Easily

Steam remains one of the world's most popular gaming apps. It lets you download thousands of popular video games at a low cost and keep yourself entertained for hours. So, for many people, the idea of deleting a Steam account is unthinkable.

However, there are reasons for wanting to delete your account on Steam. Perhaps you want to free up some space on your computer. Or maybe you've found yourself playing too many video games, and you need to take a break.

Regardless of the reason, deleting your Steam account should be a simple process. Unfortunately, this is not always the case as there are potential roadblocks to deleting your Steam account, and getting around them on your own can be a frustrating experience. But the good news is that you can take advantage of DoNotPay to avoid any difficulties and ensure that both your account and personal information have been permanently deleted.

Why Delete Your Steam Account

A Steam account can go unused for several reasons. For example, people work more, spend more time with family and friends than playing video games, or acquire a different gaming system and no longer need Steam.

Keep in mind that your Steam account has your personal and financial information attached to it. Therefore, the longer your account goes unused, the more likely it is that your data will end up in the wrong hands.

Privacy and security concerns are the most important reasons to delete a Steam account. Any old account is especially prone to data breaches and information theft due to being unmonitored. So, if you don't play Steam games nearly as often as you used to, you should consider deleting the app and the account associated with it.

How to Delete Your Steam Account on Your Own

You can only delete your Steam account on the platform:

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Please note that if you think you'll use Steam again in the future, simply deleting the app would be the best course of action. However, if you're confident that you're done using Steam for good, then you can permanently delete your account by following these steps:

First, go to Steam's website and log into your Steam account.
Next, click the Support link in the top menu.
Next, scroll down and click on My Account.
Click Manage Account Details.
Scroll down until you've reached the Delete my Steam Account link and click it.
Now, click Proceed to Account Deletion.
The following window that pops up should be Submit Account Deletion Request. Fill out all the required information so Valve can verify that you're the account owner and not a hacker deleting it maliciously.
Do not log into your Steam account for at least 30 days.

Much like any social media site, account deletion requires a 30-day waiting period just in case you decide to change your mind. You can also use the app directly to delete your account if you can't get access to the website:

Log in to Steam with the app.
Click the dropdown menu near the top, right corner of the window, and select Account details.
Next, scroll down until you've reached the Delete my Steam Account link and click it.
Now, click Proceed to Account Deletion.
Do not log into your Steam for at least 30 days.

You should receive an email on the 30th day telling you that Steam will delete your account soon. The day after that, Steam will delete your account permanently.

Challenges of Deleting a Steam Account on Your Own

While the process should be a smooth and simple one, sometimes some issues come up and prevent you from fully completing your account deletion:

You've forgotten the login credentials for your Steam account and need to reset your password.
You've forgotten the login credentials for the e-mail account you used to sign up for Steam.
Valve is unable to verify that you're the owner of the account.
You may need to contact customer service if you can't delete your account, and their job is to retain customers, not help them leave.

How Can DoNotPay Help You Delete Your Steam Account?

If you run into any of these issues and cannot delete your account on your own, you will need to use a service to help you with the process. Fortunately, DoNotPay has you covered in 7 simple steps:

Go to Delete Old Accounts product on DoNotPay.
Select the type of account you are trying to delete, such as email, streaming service, social media, gaming, eCommerce, and more.
Tell us more about your account, including usernames and associated emails / phone numbers.
Help us verify your account ownership by entering the date you first created the account, when you last logged in, any payment methods saved under the account, etc.
Upload photographic evidence if you have any that can help prove your account ownership.
Enter any last known or previously used passwords.
Enter your contact information and submit the task!

That's all you need to do. After that, DoNotPay will submit a letter verifying that you own the account and requesting that Steam delete your account and your data under the rights granted to you through data privacy regulations.

Why Should You Use DoNotPay to Delete Your Steam Account?

Going through the account deletion process on your own can take a long time, especially if you don't have your login credentials or you have to deal with customer service. However, DoNotPay is fast, providing a resolution to the issue in a matter of minutes.

Navigating menus or customer service options to delete your account can be confusing sometimes. You might miss a piece of information or be unable to verify that you're the account owner. With DoNotPay, the process is laid out in seven simple steps, making it easy to understand.

There is no guarantee that deleting your account on your own will also delete your data and financial information from Steam. But DoNotPay has years of experience in dealing with customer service issues, and we will ensure that all of your data is deleted. DoNotPay works because we fight for you.

DoNotPay Can Help You Delete Old Accounts With the Click of a Button

Deleting an inactive Steam account enables you to protect your personal information, prevent recurring charges, and clear space on your computer. But Steam isn't the only account we can help you delete. DoNotPay can help you delete accounts with any service provider, including e-mail, social media, financial accounts, and more:

What Else Can DoNotPay Do for You?

DoNotPay is the world's first robot lawyer. Our app can help you with deleting old accounts, as well as several other issues such as:

The longer you wait to delete your old accounts, the more you risk having your personal information stolen. So, don't hesitate. Sign up with DoNotPay today.