When you're ready to relax with your favorite PC games on Steam, the last thing you want is anything disrupting your experience. Unfortunately, pop-ups have been a nuisance on the web for years, and now they've found their way into gaming platforms like Steam. Every time you start up Steam, a second window appears, advertising the next big game. While this might occasionally be interesting, most of the time, you just want to jump straight into your game without distractions.
Fortunately, there's a quick and easy way to turn off these pop-up ads on Steam, allowing you to game in peace. Steam may not go out of its way to highlight this option, but it's available, and here's how you can disable those pop-ups for good.
Step-by-Step Guide to Disable Steam Pop-Up Ads
Step 1: Launch Steam
First, open the Steam application on your computer. This is the first thing you'll need to do whenever you want to change any settings within Steam.
Step 2: Access the Settings Menu
In the top-left corner of the Steam window, you'll see a menu labeled "Steam." Click on this to reveal a drop-down menu.
Step 3: Go to the Settings
From the drop-down menu, select "Settings." This will open up a new window where you can customize various aspects of your Steam experience.
Step 4: Select Interface
In the Settings window, look for the "Interface" option on the left-hand side. Click on it to access the interface settings.
Step 5: Turn Off Pop-Up Notifications
Within the Interface settings, scroll down until you see an option labeled "Notify me about additions or changes to my games, new releases, and upcoming releases." This option is responsible for the pop-ups you see when starting or browsing Steam. To disable these pop-ups, simply uncheck this box.
Once you’ve done this, Steam will no longer show you those pesky pop-up ads when you start the application or browse through the store.
Enjoy Distraction-Free Gaming
With this simple adjustment, you can now enjoy your gaming sessions without the interruption of pop-up ads. While Steam often highlights upcoming games and promotions, it's entirely up to you whether or not you want to see them. By turning off these notifications, you can focus on what really matters—playing the games you love.