# How many Steam points do you get per purchase?

> You earn 100 Steam Points for every US$1 spent on Steam, or the equivalent in your currency. Points can be spent only on cosmetic items.

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.

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