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🔰 Setting Up Steam API for FiveM

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.

🎮 Getting Your Steam API Key

  1. Visit Steam Dev Portal

  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

🔧 Server Configuration

  1. Locate Your Server Files

    📁 Your-Server-Folder
    └── 📄 server.cfg

  2. Edit server.cfg

    • Open your server.cfg file
    • Add this line:
    set steam_webApiKey "YOUR_API_KEY_HERE"
    • Replace YOUR_API_KEY_HERE with your actual Steam API key

🚀 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

✅ Verification Steps

To confirm your Steam API is working:

  1. Start your server
  2. Check the server console for these indicators:
    • No Steam-related errors
    • Players can connect with their Steam accounts
    • Steam identifiers are visible in player information

❌ Common Issues

If you encounter problems:

  • Invalid API Key Format

    • Ensure no spaces before or after the key
    • Check if the key was copied correctly

  • Connection Issues

    • Verify your server has internet access
    • Check if Steam’s API services are online

  • Authentication Failures

    • Confirm the steam_webApiKey line is in the correct location
    • Make sure there are no duplicate entries

🔒 Security Best Practices

  1. Keep Your Key Private

    • Never share your API key
    • Don’t include it in public screenshots
    • Store it securely

  2. Regular Maintenance

    • Periodically check if your key is working
    • Generate a new key if you suspect it’s compromised
    • Monitor for unauthorized usage

📚 Additional Resources

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