Section 6 also reinforces bans on monetized link shorteners and for-profit file hosting services. Permissible Content and Exceptions
Unmodified PC game files and additional paid content (DLCs, soundtracks, and artwork) from Steam can be shared, provided they do not mirror a scene group release.
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To ensure the forum's longevity, several specific types of content are banned from public threads:
Interestingly, many of the restrictions on public warez sharing do not apply to private messages between users, though the forum summary notes that PMs are still subject to general conduct rules. Enforcement and Community Impact Section 6 also reinforces bans on monetized link
Despite its strict nature, Section 6 provides several notable exceptions that allow for the "Steam Underground" research the forum is known for:
Users are forbidden from uploading or linking to files that are recognizable as leaked releases from scene groups, such as those containing group names or original container files. I CANT FIGURE THIS OUT
Directly requesting pirate copies of games in public sections is a violation that can lead to account penalties or warnings .
Software closely related to the forum's purpose of exploring Steam's architecture is permitted as long as the discussion remains on-topic.