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How to Cancel Steam

Steam does not have a subscription but you can delete your account. Purchased games are permanently lost.

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Quick Facts

Cancel online?
Yes
Pause option?
No
Refund policy
Individual game refunds per Steam policy. Account deletion is permanent.
After cancellation
ALL data permanently deleted after 30 days.

Cancellation Steps

Go directly to Steam cancellation page
  1. Go to store.steampowered.com

    Sign in.

  2. Go to Account Details

    Find Delete Account.

  3. Confirm deletion

    Account removed after 30 days.

Tips & Things to Know

  • ALL purchased games are permanently lost.
  • This is irreversible after 30 days.
  • Consider just removing payment methods instead.
  • Steam does not charge a subscription.

Your Consumer Rights

  • Consumer Rights Act 2015 for UK users.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Steam a subscription?
No, game purchases.
Do I lose all games?
Yes, permanently.
Is it reversible?
Within 30 days.
Can I just remove payment?
Yes, safer option.
What about Steam Wallet?
Balance is lost.