How many Steam points do you get per purchase?
You get 100 Steam Points for every US$1 you spend on Steam, or the equivalent amount in your local currency. Points are added automatically for purchases of games, DLC and in-game items made through Steam. You spend them in the Points Shop on cosmetic items only; they cannot be turned into money or used to buy games.
How to earn Steam Points
- Purchases on Steam. Games, DLC, software and in-game purchases paid through your Steam account.
- Awards from others. When other users give Awards to your reviews, screenshots or posts, you receive points too.
- Seasonal events. Steam sales sometimes include free stickers or other rewards in the Points Shop.
What to spend them on
- Profile backgrounds, avatars and animated avatar frames.
- Mini-profile backgrounds and profile themes.
- Chat stickers and effects.
- Seasonal badges, which also add Steam level XP.
- Awards to give to other people's reviews and posts.
Refunds and points
Steam's standard refund policy lets you request a refund for most games within 14 days of purchase if you have played less than 2 hours. When a purchase is refunded, the points you earned from it are removed from your balance.
FAQ
Can Steam Points be converted to cash?
No. They have no cash value and can only be used in the Points Shop.
Can Points Shop items be sold or traded?
No. Points Shop items stay on your account and cannot be listed on the Community Market or traded.
How many Steam Points are worth one dollar?
They are not exchangeable. The only fixed ratio is earning: 100 points per US$1 spent.
What is the $5 rule on Steam?
New accounts are "limited" until they spend at least US$5 (or the equivalent) on Steam. Limited accounts can't add friends freely, use the Market or access some community features.
What happens if I file a chargeback instead of a refund?
A chargeback through your bank usually leads Steam to lock the account until the issue is resolved, so use Steam's own refund request first.