Cookie Policy
Last updated: September 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you browse websites. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and provide preference persistence across page reloads and browser sessions.
2. Cookies Used on Steam Index
Steam Index uses only strictly necessary and preference cookies. We do not deploy cross-site tracking, behavioural advertising, or data broker cookies.
| Cookie / Storage Key | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| steam_currency | Stores selected regional currency (USD, GBP, EUR, CAD, AUD) for SSR pricing. | 1 year | First-party HTTP Cookie |
| steam_index_currency | Client-side fallback preference token for instant UI rendering. | Persistent | Local Storage |
3. Managing Your Cookies
Most modern web browsers allow you to manage and block cookies through their settings:
- You can clear all existing cookies via your browser privacy settings.
- You can set your browser to notify you before a cookie is stored.
- Note: If you disable the
steam_currencycookie, Steam Index will default to USD pricing on every page reload.
4. Further Inquiries
For any questions regarding our use of cookies or data handling practices, please review our Privacy Policy.