Protect your game backlog from thieves

Theft isn’t just a physical phenomenon. Thanks to malware or phishing attempts, hackers can and will steal your physical identity or your digitally purchased items if given the chance. For example, if you’ve built up a huge gaming backlog on Steam, your account could be worth thousands, and you could lose it in seconds.

However, thanks to two-factor authentication, you can protect your Steam account by requiring a one-time code to log into your Steam account. This is called Steam Guard, and you should enable it on your account if you are concerned about your Steam security. If you want to enable Steam Guard, here's what you need to know.

Steam Guard is Steam's two-factor authentication (2FA) system for user accounts. This means that when you log in to Steam with your username and password, a one-time code is generated and required to log in.