Your Steam ID is a number that identifies your account to the Steam platform and other players

Your Steam ID is a unique number assigned to your account when you create it. You need it when you want to add friends, join game servers, or let someone else know how to find you on Steam. The number stays the same for the life of your account, even if you change your display name.

Steam actually assigns you two related numbers: a 32-bit ID (the shorter one, usually what people mean by "Steam ID") and a 64-bit ID (longer, used by some games and third-party tools). Both point to the same account. You can find either one in about a minute from your own account page.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Steam ID is a permanent number tied to your account that you can find on your profile page or in your account settings.
  • The 32-bit ID is the shorter number most people use when sharing their Steam ID with others.
  • You can also find your ID by looking at the URL of your profile page, which contains your account number.
  • Third-party websites can convert between the 32-bit and 64-bit versions if you need the longer format.

Finding your Steam ID through your profile page

Open Steam and log in to your account. Click your username in the top right corner of the window, then select "Profile" from the dropdown menu. This takes you to your public profile page.

Look at the web address (URL) in your browser's address bar. It will look something like steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561198XXXXXXXXX or steamcommunity.com/id/yourname. If you see a number after "/profiles/", that is your 64-bit Steam ID. The 32-bit ID is the last nine digits of that number.

If your URL shows "/id/yourname" instead of a number, you set up a custom profile name. You can still find your numeric ID by clicking the three-dot menu on your profile page and selecting "Copy Steam URL" — this copies the version with your numeric ID included.

Finding your Steam ID in account settings

Open Steam and click "Steam" in the top left menu, then select "Settings". Click "Account" in the left sidebar. Your account name appears at the top of the page, but your numeric ID does not show here directly.

The fastest way from Settings is to go back to your profile (using the method above) and copy the ID from the URL. Settings does not display the number itself, only your chosen username.

What to do if you only have your custom profile name

If you created a custom profile URL (like steamcommunity.com/id/yourname), other people can find you by that name, but some games and servers need your numeric ID instead. You have two options: visit your profile page and copy the ID from the URL, or use a third-party converter tool.

Websites like SteamID.io or SteamID.uk let you type in your custom name and when ready see both your 32-bit and 64-bit IDs. These are read-only tools that look up public profile information — they do not store your data or require a login. Type your custom name, and the site displays your numeric ID.

Understanding the difference between 32-bit and 64-bit IDs

The 32-bit ID is shorter (nine digits) and is what most people mean when they say "Steam ID". Older games and many community tools use this format. The 64-bit ID is longer (17 digits) and is what Steam's official systems use internally.

When someone asks for your Steam ID, the 32-bit number is usually what they want. If a game server or tool specifically asks for a 64-bit ID, you can find it in your profile URL (the full number after "/profiles/") or use a converter tool to switch between the two formats.

Sharing your Steam ID safely

Your Steam ID is public information — anyone can see it by visiting your profile. Sharing it with friends, game servers, or community groups is safe. Your ID alone does not give anyone access to your account, change your password, or spend your money.

Never share your password, email address, or the recovery codes from your authenticator app, even if someone claims they need them to look up your ID. If someone asks for those things, they are trying to access your account, not just find your ID.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Steam ID?

No. Your numeric Steam ID is permanent and cannot be changed. You can change your display name (the name other players see) as many times as you want, but the underlying ID number stays the same. This is why games and servers use the ID instead of the name — the name can change, but the ID cannot.

What if I forgot my Steam username?

Log in to your Steam account on the website using your email address and password. Once you are logged in, your account name appears in the top right corner. If you cannot remember your password, click "Forgot your password?" on the login page and follow the email recovery steps.

Do I need my 64-bit ID or my 32-bit ID?

Most of the time, the 32-bit ID is what you need. Older games and community tools use it. Some newer games and third-party services ask for the 64-bit version. When in doubt, ask the person or service what format they need, or give them both — they will tell you if one does not work.

Is my Steam ID the same as my friend code?

No. Your Steam ID is your account number. A friend code is a temporary code you can generate to send to someone so they can add you without knowing your username. You can create a new friend code anytime from your profile settings, but your Steam ID never changes.

Can someone hack my account using just my Steam ID?

No. Your Steam ID is public and visible to anyone. It is just a number that identifies you — it is not a password or security credential. Someone would need your email address and password (or access to your email account) to log in and take control of your account.