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How many Steam accounts can I make?

There is no strict, defined limit on the number of Steam accounts a single user can create or own. You can have multiple accounts linked to the same email address. While Steam generally advises using one account, having multiple for different purposes (e.g., separating regional libraries or for family members) is allowed. Steam Community +4
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Am I allowed to have multiple Steam accounts?

Yes, you can access different Steam accounts from one computer.
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What is the 2 hour rule on Steam?

The Steam "2-hour rule" is part of its refund policy, allowing automatic refunds for games played less than two hours and purchased within 14 days, but exceptions exist for technical issues or specific developer situations where human review might grant refunds beyond these limits, though it's not guaranteed.
 
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What is the $5 dollar rule on Steam?

The Steam "$5 rule" is a requirement for new or free accounts to spend at least $5 USD in the Steam store (by adding funds or buying games) to unlock full community features like sending friend requests, posting in the Workshop, or using some chats, preventing spam and scams. This $5 purchase unlocks features for your account, allowing full access to Steam's social and community functions.
 
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Is there a limit on Steam login?

No, there's no limit. Steam Guard is aimed to protect the value that is yours, not limit your access to your stuff.
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How many Steam accounts can I make with one email?

Can I create a new account anyway? While it's generally advisable to use just one Steam account, there is no limit to the number of Steam accounts that can be used with a single email address. If you're sure you'd like to create a new account, you can select Continue to proceed with the account creation process.
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What is the 4 week restriction on Steam?

Like you said, it's a Chargeback Restriction as there are no other restriction types that is as long as 4 weeks. Poster; you have 4 weeks to reverse the chargeback or the restrictions will become permanent. Your payment after reversal is forever banned in Steam, even on other accounts.
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How to avoid 7 day trade ban on Steam?

Exceptions: If you have had a Steam Guard Mobile Authenticator on your account for at least 7 days, there will be no trading or Market restrictions for using new devices/computers. This is because you'll confirm trades and Market listings from the mobile app.
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Why can't I see 18+ content on Steam?

If Steam mature content isn't showing, you need to adjust your Store Preferences, often requiring adding a payment method for age verification, then checking boxes for "General Mature Content," "Frequent Violence/Gore," and "Adult Only Sexual Content" at store.steampowered.com/account/preferences/, plus clearing browser cache and restarting Steam. Country restrictions (like Germany) can also limit options, so ensure your account's billing region is correct. 
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How generous is a steam refund?

Yes, Steam is generally considered very lenient, especially if you meet the standard criteria: requesting a refund within 14 days of purchase and playing the game for less than 2 hours, offering a "no questions asked" policy for nearly any reason, including accidental purchases or simply not liking the game. While they're known to sometimes make exceptions for users outside these rules, especially for a first-time request, frequent requests outside the standard guidelines can lead to denials. 
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How long is 0.1 hours on steam?

Maths would tell me 0.1hrs is 6 minutes..
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Does steam count hours if you're offline?

Playtime only records correctly if online both at launch and exit. You can go offline anytime and for how long, as long as you are online both at start and exit of game. Launching offline guarantees hours will not count, even if you go online eventually in the session and exit online.
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Does Steam punish account sharing?

Your Family Library Sharing privileges may be revoked and your account may also be VAC banned if your library is used by others to conduct cheating or fraud. Additionally, VAC-banned games cannot be shared. We recommend you only authorize familiar computers you know to be secure.
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Can I make a new Steam account and keep my games?

Can I transition my save games, achievements, and other progress to a newly created account for my child? No. Save games, achievements, and other progress are tied to a single Steam account.
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Can you have two Steam accounts with the same phone number?

You may use the same phone number on multiple accounts. Accounts with the same phone number may be treated as the same identity with respect to the Steam Subscriber Agreement, policies, or restrictions.
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Is it bannable to sell Steam accounts?

What are the consequences of selling an account? When Steam's support team notices an account has been sold, the account will be permanently locked whether or not it is currently in the possession of the buyer or seller.
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How long does a Steam ban last?

Steam Support :: I've been VAC banned. VAC bans are permanent, non-negotiable, and cannot be removed by Steam Support.
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Is a trade ban permanent?

Trade Bans are issued to accounts that are determined to be involved in scamming activity. Most trade bans are permanent.
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Can I buy 1 dollar in Steam?

You generally cannot add just $1 directly to your Steam Wallet because of transaction fees, with $5 being the typical minimum for direct adds; however, you can buy and redeem a $1 Steam Wallet gift card from third-party sellers (like Eneba, G2A, or Driffle) to get that $1 in your account. While some older methods involved "inspecting" code in the browser to set custom amounts, these are unreliable and might violate terms of service, so gift cards are the most straightforward way for small amounts. 
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What is 1000 Steam points worth?

1000 Steam Points are equivalent to $10 USD spent on the platform (100 points per dollar) but have no direct cash value, as they can only be used in the Steam Points Shop for cosmetic items, profile customization, or awarding community members, not for direct conversion to Steam Wallet funds or real money. While some users discuss conversion rates for Steam Wallet, it's generally a very poor exchange, with estimates around 1000 points = $0.25, making it an inefficient use. 
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Is there 30$ Steam?

A Steam Gift Card 30 USD is a digital card that can be used to add balance to a user's Steam Wallet. It allows user to purchase games, in-game items, and other items on the Steam platform. The card is available for ...
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How many refunds until Steam bans you?

You can submit any number of refund requests for eligible purchases. If it appears that you are abusing the refund system, we reserve the right to revoke access to this feature.
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Is buying Steam accounts against tos?

Steam account ownership cannot be transferred. Buying, selling, trading, or gifting a Steam account is a violation of the Steam Subscriber Agreement (SSA).
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How long to wait after too many attempts on Steam?

For Steam's "too many retries," start by waiting 30 minutes, but if it persists, try closing Steam and waiting longer (a few hours) or use a VPN/network reset, as extended waits (hours to a day) suggest a deeper lock-out or issue, potentially requiring Steam Support if basic fixes fail. 
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