Steam Giveaways — Free Games to Keep

Steam regularly holds game giveaways — special promotions where paid games become temporarily free. Unlike Free to Play games, which are always free and often rely on microtransactions, Steam giveaways (also known as "Free to Keep" promotions) let you permanently add a paid game to your library at no cost. Once claimed, the game is yours forever — you can install it, play it, and keep it in your Steam library even after the promotion ends.

How Steam Giveaways Work

When a developer or publisher decides to give away their game on Steam, they set a promotional period — typically ranging from a few days to two weeks. During this time, the game's price drops to zero and a special "Free to Keep" banner appears on the store page. Anyone with a Steam account can claim the game by clicking "Add to Account" or "Install Game." No credit card or payment method is required.

Each giveaway has a precise end date and time. Our service automatically tracks these dates by parsing Steam store pages, so you always know exactly when a promotion expires. Games are sorted by urgency — those ending soonest appear at the top of the list.

How to Claim a Free Game on Steam

Claiming a free game during a Steam giveaway is straightforward:

1. Open the game's page in the Steam store (via browser or Steam client)
2. Look for the "Free to Keep" or "Free" banner
3. Click "Add to Account" — the game immediately appears in your library
4. You can install it now or later — it stays in your library permanently

You don't need to install the game during the promotion. Simply adding it to your account is enough to keep it forever.

Free to Play vs. Free to Keep: What's the Difference

These two types of free games on Steam are fundamentally different. Free to Play (F2P) games like Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, and Apex Legends are permanently free and typically monetize through cosmetic purchases, battle passes, or optional DLC. Free to Keep giveaways are normally paid games that temporarily become free during a promotion. When you claim a Free to Keep game, you receive the full paid version with no restrictions.

Where to Track Steam Giveaways

Our page monitors the Steam store automatically and detects all active giveaways. For each game, we show the exact end date and time remaining. The page updates in real-time, so you'll never miss a promotion. You can also check our discounts page for games with large discounts that might interest you.

Tips: How Not to Miss a Steam Giveaway

Steam giveaways are unpredictable — they can appear any day without prior notice. The best strategy is to check this page regularly. Most giveaways last several days, giving you enough time to claim them. Major Steam sales (Summer Sale, Autumn Sale, Winter Sale, and Spring Sale) often include free game promotions alongside their discounts.