
Is Steam Down?
Real-time status monitoring for Steam
Last checked: Feb 28, 09:14:01 PM UTC
Steam is currently up and accessible. No issues detected.
Uptime (30 Days)
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Avg: 491msRecent Incidents
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Feb 3, 2026, 11:38 PM
What to Do If Steam Is Down
If you are having trouble accessing Steam, try these troubleshooting steps before concluding that the service is experiencing an outage.
Check your internet connection
Before assuming Steam is down, verify that your internet connection is working. Try loading a different website like google.com. If other sites also fail to load, the problem is with your connection, not Steam.
Clear your browser cache and cookies
Corrupted cache data can prevent Steam from loading properly. Clear your browser cache and cookies, then try again. In most browsers you can do this from Settings > Privacy > Clear Browsing Data.
Try a different browser or device
If Steam does not load in your current browser, try a different one (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge). You can also try accessing Steam from your phone or a different computer to rule out device-specific issues.
Flush your DNS cache
Stale DNS records can prevent your device from connecting to Steam. On Windows, open Command Prompt and run "ipconfig /flushdns". On Mac, open Terminal and run "sudo dscacheutil -flushcache". On Linux, run "sudo systemd-resolve --flush-caches".
Try using a VPN
If Steam is blocked in your region or your ISP is having routing issues, connecting through a VPN may resolve the problem. This is especially helpful if Steam works for others but not for you.
Check for scheduled maintenance
Gaming services like Steam frequently perform scheduled maintenance, often during off-peak hours (usually Tuesday mornings or late nights). Check Steam's official social media accounts or community forums for maintenance announcements before troubleshooting further.
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