SWTOR How to Fix Can’t Log In Through Steam
Image Credit: Broadsword, Star Wars The Old Republic (SWTOR)
If Star Wars: The Old Republic (SWTOR) isn’t letting you log in through Steam, you’re definitely not alone. Players have been reporting login errors like:
“We can’t log you in. Please double-check you’re using the Steam account you usually play on and try again.”
Or even error messages like:
“ERROR Login failure type 409 observed.”
Let’s break down what’s going on — and how to fix it.
1. Check If Your Steam and SWTOR Accounts Are Still Linked
Before anything else, go to the SWTOR account page and see if your Steam account is still linked to your SWTOR account.
If it is linked and you still can’t log in, you’ll need to contact support.
If it isn’t linked, the login issue is probably due to the broken link between your accounts.
2. Contact Support If Link Is Broken
If you can’t relink your account or you're stuck in a login loop, email support@swtor.com with the following:
Your SWTOR account name
Your Steam username or Steam ID
The devs (Broadsword) have asked players to do this to help resolve stuck account links.
3. Try Reinstalling SWTOR on Steam
For some players, simply reinstalling the game from Steam fixed the issue. It’s annoying, but worth a shot if nothing else works.
Steps:
Uninstall SWTOR from your Steam Library
Re-download and install it
Try logging in again
4. Double-Check for Pending Updates
Occasionally, the Steam launcher or SWTOR itself needs an update to work right. Open Steam → Go to your Library → Right-click SWTOR → Properties → Updates → Make sure it’s set to update automatically.
5. It Might Be on SWTOR’s Side
There have been times when server-side issues caused Steam logins to break for everyone, but reports suggest some players are still affected.
So, if you’re still stuck, you’re not crazy — others are too. Keep an eye on the official forums for updates.
Final Blurb
Sometimes all you want to do is hop into a galaxy far, far away, but SWTOR and Steam are like, “nah.” If you’ve checked your account links, reinstalled the game, and still can’t get in, hitting up support is your best move. May the Force — and the SWTOR devs — fix it quickly.
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