Setting Up Steam API

This guide will walk you through the process of setting up Steam API for your FiveM server. Having a Steam API key is essential for proper player authentication and Steam-related features.

🎮 Step 1: Getting Your Steam API Key

1. Visit Steam Dev Portal

   • Go to Steam Web API Portal
   • If you’re not logged in, click “Sign In” at the top right

2. Register Your Domain

   • In the “Domain Name” field, enter localhost
   • This is sufficient for FiveM server usage
   • Accept the Steam Web API Terms of Use
   • Click “Register”

3. Save Your API Key

   • After registering, you’ll see your API key
   • Copy it and store it securely
   • ⚠️ Never share your API key publicly or commit it to public repositories

🔧 Step 2: Server Configuration

1. Locate Your Server Files

File Structure

📁 Your-Server-Folder
└── 📄 server.cfg

2. Edit server.cfg
   • Open your server.cfg file
   • Add this line:

server.cfg

set steam_webApiKey "YOUR_API_KEY_HERE"

- Replace `YOUR_API_KEY_HERE` with your actual Steam API key

🚀 Step 3: Applying Changes

1. Save Configuration

   • Save the changes to server.cfg
   • Make sure there are no extra spaces in the API key

2. Restart Server

   • Stop your FiveM server
   • Start it again to apply the changes

✅ Step 4: Verification Steps

To confirm your Steam API is working:

1. Start your server and check the console.
2. Ensure players can connect with their Steam accounts.
3. Steam identifiers should be visible in player information.

❌ Common Issues

• Invalid API Key Format: Ensure no spaces before or after the key.
• Connection Issues: Verify your server has internet access.
• Authentication Failures: Confirm the steam_webApiKey line is in the correct location.

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