e502
Easy Fix
Steam · Gaming
Steam endpoint returned service unavailable response during request.
Quick Answer
Error code E502 on your Steam Gaming means: Steam endpoint returned service unavailable response during request.. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Applies to all models
Likely Causes
How to Fix It
1
Wait and retry after a few minutes.
2
Switch Steam download region temporarily.
3
Flush DNS cache and restart Steam.
4
Disable VPN/proxy and retry.
5
Try from a different network to isolate routing issues.
Pro Tip
This is a common issue that most users can resolve without specialized tools. Try the first step before moving on to more complex solutions.
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