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How to Connect Steam to Discord and What to Do if You Can’t
Discord and Steam are ideal places for gamers to socialize. One platform serves as a communication hub for friends and community, while the other is a gateway to your preferred games. Now, let’s explore how to connect Steam with Discord in this guide.
Apart from showing you how to link Steam to Discord, we will also guide you on how to fix the ‘failed to connect your Steam account to Discord’ issue. Let’s get started.
How to Link Steam to Discord
Linking Steam to Discord is a simple process on any device. We have provided instructions for both smartphones and PCs.
On PC
Step 1: Open the Discord app and click the gear icon next to your username.
Step 2: Click Connections and select Steam.
Step 3: Enter your Steam credentials and click Sign in.
Wait until your account is linked. Once linked, you will receive a confirmation message, and you can check that Steam is connected to Discord. You can also enable:
- Display on profile: Show your Discord account on your Steam account page.
- Display details on profile: Show additional details about your Discord profile.
On Mobile
Step 1: Launch Discord and tap your profile icon at the bottom right corner.
Step 2: Scroll down and choose Connections.
Step 3: Tap Add at the top right corner.
Step 4: Choose Steam, enter your credentials, and sign in.
Wait until the Steam-Discord linking process is complete. Then, go back to Discord to see your linked Steam account. You can also choose to display your Discord profile on your Steam page by enabling the ‘Display on profile’ and ‘Display details on profile’ options.
How to Remove Discord from Steam
If you are linked to the wrong accounts or not interested in connecting Steam to Discord anymore, you can unlink them. Here’s how to do so on PC and smartphone.
Open Discord and go to Settings. Then, click on Connections and remove your Steam account by clicking the X next to it.
Step 3: Choose Disconnect to confirm.
On Smartphone
Open Discord and tap your profile button at the bottom right corner.
Scroll down and tap Connections.
Now, tap the X mark next to your user ID on Steam.
Step 4: Tap Disconnect to confirm.
Fix ‘Failed to Connect Your Steam Account to Discord’
Linking Steam to Discord is a straightforward process, but you may encounter the “failed to connect your Steam account to Discord” error message. Read on to understand the cause and find solutions.
Review Tips for Connecting Steam to Discord: To connect Steam to Discord, consider the following:
1. Check internet connection: Ensure a stable internet connection for both platforms. If needed, switch to a different Wi-Fi or mobile hotspot, contact your ISP, upgrade your plan, or change your ISP.
2. Reopen the Discord app: Close the Discord app and reconnect Steam to Discord.
3. Use correct Steam login credentials: Ensure you enter the correct login credentials to avoid connection issues.
4. Log out and log in: Logging out of Discord can help clear any temporary files that may interfere with the connection process.
1. Is it safe to link Steam to Discord?
Linking Steam to Discord is safe, as it only shares information such as your friends list and the games you play between the platforms.
2. Can Discord friends see your Steam games?
Yes, once you connect Steam to Discord, your friends can see the games you’re playing.
Play With Your Friends
Connecting Steam to Discord allows for seamless interaction with friends while gaming. If you have any doubts or questions, feel free to leave them in the comments below.
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