Steam Gift Cards and Wallet Codes are an easy way to add credit to your Steam Wallet or gift games to friends. While convenient, gift codes are frequently targeted by online scammers. Follow these guidelines to purchase and redeem them securely.
How Steam Wallet Codes Work
A Steam Wallet Code is a 15-digit alphanumeric sequence that adds a specific value to your Steam profile. Once redeemed, the funds are non-transferable and can only be spent inside the Steam environment on games, DLC, or community market items.
Redemption Best Practices
- Redeem Immediately: Once you receive the code from the marketplace seller, copy and paste it into Steam's official redemption page (store.steampowered.com/account/redeemwalletcode) immediately to verify its validity.
- Check Currency Matching: Steam codes may be region-locked. Ensure the code currency matches your Steam store region before purchasing, as Steam will not convert currencies during redemption.
- Beware of Code Theft Scams: Never share your unredeemed code screenshots or text with anyone, including sellers claiming they need to "validate" the code. Only input the code on Steam's official website.