# Steam Link

> Stream Your Steam Library

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.valvesoftware.steamlink](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.valvesoftware.steamlink)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.valvesoftware.steamlink`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Valve Corporation
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 29,285,052
- **Rating:** 3.29 / 5 (52,982 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3.32
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-14
- **First published:** 2018-05-17
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 32 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.valvesoftware.steamlink)
- **Website:** [https://store.steampowered.com/steamlink/about](https://store.steampowered.com/steamlink/about)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://store.steampowered.com/privacy\_agreement/](http://store.steampowered.com/privacy_agreement/)

## Description

**Steam Link** allows you to bring your desktop Steam gaming experience directly to your Android devices. Simply pair your Bluetooth or Steam Controller, connect to your Steam-running computer, and enjoy your favorite games on the go.

For optimal performance on Android TV, use Ethernet connections for both your computer and TV. For phones and tablets, connect your computer via Ethernet to a 5GHz WiFi router and ensure your Android device is connected to the 5GHz band as well, keeping it close to the router. This extension makes gaming more flexible and accessible without compromising quality.

## Rankings

- #5,292 — Overall
- #2 — steam

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`

## Review summary

Steam Link on Android shows strong potential for at‑home streaming and mobile play, with many users praising its ability to play on phones and other screens. However, repeated reports of unstable connections, input lag, freezes, and video/audio glitches undermine reliability. Device compatibility and login/support issues, plus dependence on solid Wi‑Fi, are common pain points. Improvements in stability, cross‑device compatibility, and clearer guidance would raise its overall value.

### Pros

- Good overall streaming performance on supported devices when the network is solid
- Enables playing PC games on mobile devices and other screens (phone/tablet/TV sticks)
- Works across rooms and in different locations with a strong Wi‑Fi network
- Positive reception as one of the best streaming apps for games
- Some titles run smoothly on mobile (e.g., Slay The Spire 2) showing broad game compatibility

### Cons

- Unstable or unreliable connection with noticeable input lag
- Frequent disconnects, freezes, and difficulty reconnecting
- Device compatibility issues and vague instructions/login support frustrations
- Audio issues or black screens during gameplay
- Performance highly dependent on Wi‑Fi quality; weak networks lead to lag or unusable experience

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.valvesoftware.steamlink)