How do I set up Steam Guard?

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In order to increase account security and use the Steam marketplace, please make sure to install Steam Guard.

You can install Steam Guard by checking the following process:

1) Install Steam application for your mobile phone
[Apple Link] [Android link] [Windows Phone Links]

2) When the application installation is completed, log into your Steam account

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3) Select "Steam Guard" from the upper left side of the menu
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4) Select the Add Authenticator button

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5) Enter the phone number to receive the authentication key via text message

6) Enter the authentication key sent to the entered phone number

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7) Check the recovery code and keep it in a safe place as the recovery code is essential when you lose your Steam account or lose your Mobile Authenticator.

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8) Once the set up is complete, every time you log into Steam you must input a random code that is displayed on the Steam application. 

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For more details on Steam Guard please check the link below. 
[Steam Guard]

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