Api Key Not Working

[76561199067388258]

Im trying to use a site called buff163 and when I try to get the API key its says "access denied You will be granted access to Steam Web API keys when you have games in your Steam account." I need help how do I fix this, I have games on my steam account.

[Crazy Tiger]

You are setting yourself up to be scammed.

[J4MESOX4D]

I tells you what to do.

It also suggests you don't have a clue what you're doing or what the API key is. The site is basically baiting to scam you. Thankfully it doesn't look like you have anything to lose.

If I asked for your front door keys would you hand them to me?

[76561199067388258]

But from what ive seen its a legit site, as many youtubers use it. Such as Anomaly.

[Cathulhu]

Your account doesn't own any game. Free to Play games don't count.
Legit sites don't need your API key.
At least that protected you from getting scammed.

[KeplersConjecture]

Originally posted by ✪ Lanch cs.deals:

But from what ive seen its a legit site, as many youtubers use it. Such as Anomaly.

If its on youtube it must be true.

[the.angelhunter]

A legit site wouldn't ask for your API key. This gives direct access to accepting/canceling trades, which is a huge security risk.
And just because a youtuber is using a website doesn't make it any more legit. A youtuber is just a normal person that can be lying, maybe owning said website, or paid by said website to advertise it.

[KeplersConjecture]

Originally posted by the.angelhunter:

And just because a youtuber is using a website doesn't make it any more legit. A youtuber is just a normal person that can be lying, maybe owning said website, or paid by said website to advertise it.

We found this new site called CSGO Lott...I mean buff163—so I'll link it down in the description if you guys want to check it out!

[Crazy Tiger]

Originally posted by ✪ Lanch cs.deals:

But from what ive seen its a legit site, as many youtubers use it. Such as Anomaly.

Wouldn't be the first time that a streamer is in charge of a scam website...

[Dr.Shadowds 🐉]

Steps to not get yourself scam like a dummy.
1. Don't login from 3rd party sites, as do not enter your info period. Most often they're a phisihing site that tricks you into logging into fake page, to steal your info.

2. Do not put any API key if you have no idea what they are, and top of that YOU DO NOT NEED API KEY FOR TRADING PERIOD! Scam bots put API keys on your account when you login to a phishing site like a dummy giving them your login info so when you trade it will cancel your trade, then set up a new trade with a one of the other bot accounts that may have been hijacked, which they change the display name, and picture to match with whom you're trading with, to trick you into giving all your items to that person.

3. Research things before you act if you have no idea what you're doing, asking questions on the community forums will give you answers that can give you advices, and information.

[76561199067388258]

Ok ty everybody for the advice!

[J4MESOX4D]

Originally posted by ✪ Lanch cs.deals:

But from what ive seen its a legit site, as many youtubers use it. Such as Anomaly.

YouTuber's are the least trustworthy. Either they are part of such sites to scam their stupid subscriber base or they are being paid off to advertise it. TmarTn and his CSGO Lotto was a prime example and just one of many.

If any site asks for your API key, they are essentially asking for a tool that allows them to control trades on your account. You already have a very dodgy site in your name and it wouldn't surprised me if you were shadow-hijacked already. The fact that the site you are talking about blatantly asked for your API key access suggests they are amateur or you are very compliant.

Avoid such sites.

[Lily McFluffy Butt]

Seems OP is a cheater too. 90 hours and already has the achievement you get when you kill 500 players, among other kill-based achievements. I expect to find OP in the vac forum soon.

[76561199067388258]

Everyone who told me this thank you!

[76561199067388258]

Originally posted by Lily McFluffy Butt:

Seems OP is a cheater too. 90 hours and already has the achievement you get when you kill 500 players, among other kill-based achievements. I expect to find OP in the vac forum soon.

What does thateven mean?

[Crashed]

Originally posted by ✪ Lanch **.*****:

But from what ive seen its a legit site, as many youtubers use it. Such as Anomaly.

Any site that has you put their name in your username in exchange for promotions is not legitimate.

Websites that ask for your API key are not legitimate; this gives them way too much access to your account.

YouTubers are often paid to advertise dodgy products without reviewing them, including a game key store whose name is censored here due to fraud and theft.