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The Hawk Mar 3, 2017 @ 6:40am
Can I use a CD key instead of paying 5€ to use Steam?
When you create a Steam user, you have to use 5€ before unlocking basic features such as a Friends List. But do I have to spend those 5€ on the Store? Can I not activate a game with a CD key from e.g. Instant Gaming?

Could I e.g. activate a key for CS:GO bought for 9€ on the internet, for a completely new account, instead of spending the full 13-15€ on the Steam Store, and then still get the features? Or will I have to buy for 5€ worth of games directly from Steam?

Please answer quickly, since this is quite urgent.

Thank you :D
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Satoru Mar 3, 2017 @ 6:41am 
No

http://steamcommunity.com/discussions/forum/1/882961586957503366/
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gwait Mar 3, 2017 @ 6:41am 
No, cd key activation does not count.
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Seretti Mar 3, 2017 @ 6:41am 
You need to spend at least $5 USD on Steam. Using CD keys purchased elsewhere do not count.
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The Hawk Mar 3, 2017 @ 6:41am 
Okay, thanks all :D
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StickyPawz Mar 3, 2017 @ 6:47am 
There's always the option of buying $5usd worth of wallet funds directly from the steam store to become unlimited.
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