How to redeem Steam keys and codes on Android

Activate your games and gift cards while on the go

Have you lost a copy of a game either by misplacing the product code or accidentally throwing away an unredeemed Steam gift card? We’ve all been there. But games are no longer dirt cheap, so losing game copies can financially put us in hot water. Fortunately, with the revamped Steam app, it only takes minutes to redeem our Steam keys and Wallet codes on our reliable Android phone. Below we’ve illustrated the process of adding your Steam gift cards (Wallet codes) and Steam keys to your Steam account from your mobile device.

Download and install the Steam app

To log in to your Steam account in the Android app, you may need to get past your Steam Guard. Steam Guard is an additional layer (two-factor authentication) of security tied to your account; any time you try to log in on an unrecognized device, you’re prompted to enter a code to access your Steam account.

1. Navigate to the Google Play Store.
2. Enter “Steam” in the search bar or grab the widget below.
3. Once you’ve downloaded and installed the app, tap Open to launch the app.

Redeem Steam codes and keys on mobile

How to redeem Steam Wallet codes on the old Steam app

1. Launch the Steam app and sign into your Steam account.
2. Navigate to the menu on the left side and select Store > Account Details.

3. Tap on Add funds to your Steam Wallet > Steam Wallet Code.
4. Enter your Wallet Code and then tap Continue to submit. As long as you’re inputting a valid code, it will add directly to your Steam Wallet funds.

How to redeem Steam Wallet codes on the new Steam app

Valve recently rolled out a revamped version of the Android app, and you may have already acquired early access to the beta. We’ve included steps to redeem Steam Wallet codes using the newly released version.

1. Navigate to the Steam app and ensure it is up-to-date; if not tap on Update.
2. At the top of the app, tap on Wallet > Redeem a Steam Gift Card or Wallet Code.
3. Enter your Wallet code in the box and tap Continue to submit; the amount will automatically be added to your funds.

How to redeem Steam keys on mobile

Unfortunately, you cannot redeem your keys directly with the new Steam mobile app. However, there’s still a way around this by redeeming your keys through your mobile web browser, which we’ve outlined below.

1. Launch your web browser and visit the Steam key register page (and log into your account if you need to).
2. Enter the key in the Product Code box (also tick the TOS box) and tap Continue to submit. Now your product key is activated and will be available for download in your Steam library.

Reviewing your product activations and licenses on the Steam mobile app

You have a way to review your newly activated products and purchased licenses using the Steam mobile app; you’ll want to review this carefully after you’ve redeemed your Steam keys while using the app.

1. Launch the Steam app and tap on your profile picture icon.
2. Tap on Account Details.
3. While on your account page, scroll and tap View licenses and product key activations. You can review your product activations by title and date on this page.

Purchasing digital gift cards and funds in the Steam app

Maybe you’ve been burned by purchasing and losing physical steam cards, which, thankfully, there’s a way to buy digital gift cards within the Steam app; here’s how.

How to purchase a digital gift card for a friend

1. Launch the Steam app and tap on Wallet.
2. Tap on Redeem a Steam Gift Card or Wallet Code.

3. Scroll down to “Where can I purchase Steam Gift Cards and Wallet Codes” and tap Purchase Digital Gift Cards.
4. Select any Gift Card amount, and choose a friend; review your purchase and confirm your final order. Your friend will receive the digital steam gift card automatically.

How to add funds to your steam wallet

1. Launch the Steam app and tap on Wallet.
2. Select a fund level, tap Add funds, choose a payment method, and tap Continue. Once you’ve reviewed your order, confirm, and your funds will be added automatically.

Downloading games remotely using the new Steam app

You’ll have to ensure the Steam app is registered with your PC before proceeding; otherwise, this feature will not work.

1. Launch the Steam app and tap on the hamburger menu icon.
2. Tap on Library, then select a game currently registered in your library.

3. Ensure you are signed into your Steam desktop app and tap on Remote Download > Download.

Redeem your Steam codes while on the go

Owning a mobile device is handy; you don’t always need to access the desktop app to redeem your keys and codes and start downloading your games. With the arrival of the revamped Steam app on Android, the user experience has vastly improved. Updates will continue to roll out to the new version, making it incredibly easy to access your Steam account from anywhere. And if you’re looking for more games to play, there are plenty of fantastic Android games you can also play on your PC!