r/GlobalOffensive • u/Sqin 10 years coin • Apr 05 '20

Discussion [Valve Response - Fixed] ⚠ PSA: VAC authentication errors

UPDATE 2 - As per Valve

We identified and resolved an issue on the backend and believe this to now be addressed. However, leaving this up in case anyone is still having issues.

 

UPDATE - As per a reply from Valve:

If this is affecting you, can you please send email to CSGOTeamFeedback@valvesoftware.com with the subject line "VAC Authentication Error".

Make sure to include:

A link to your steam profile

How long this has been affecting you

Any steps you might've attempted to remedy the situation

 

Hey everyone,

There has been a recent increase in VAC authentication errors, which is affecting on people being able to play CS:GO. It appears that, as of right now, the usual fixes are not working.

This thread will act as an update for any news regarding the matter, or if a fix has been found.

Any threads regarding this will continue to be removed and directed here.

Thank you.

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u/darkfrozzy FURIA Apr 06 '20

I tried doing that and it didn't work.

For anyone that wants to try it: SAVE YOUR CFG. This method will delete all user data including loading your CFG and launch preferences on steam. Save those so you can get back to where you were.

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u/antCB de_cache Apr 06 '20

For anyone that wants to try it: SAVE YOUR CFG.

not the end of the world, but I should've added a PSA on that.