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Frequently Asked Questions
Short, direct answers about Strikeistan, our data, our tools and your account.
About Strikeistan
What is Strikeistan?
An independent Counter-Strike 2 website with a complete skins database, creative tools such as the Loadout Builder and Sticker Craft Studio, player tools, games, map resources and guides. See all features.
Is Strikeistan free?
Yes. All features are free to use. Some pages may show clearly labelled sponsored placements.
Is Strikeistan affiliated with Valve or Steam?
No. Strikeistan is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by Valve Corporation. Counter-Strike 2 and its item names and images are Valve's property.
Do you offer case opening or gambling?
No. There is no paid case opening, betting, coinflip or skin wagering. The case simulator and case battles are free and virtual: nothing is deposited, bought or won.
Accounts & your data
Do I need an account?
No. Most tools work without an account, and loadouts and crafts save in your browser. An account lets you keep a profile, publish to the community and use the teammate finder.
Where is my data stored?
Saved items and preferences are stored in your browser. Community posts, team listings and scores you publish are stored in Strikeistan's shared database. Details are in the Privacy Policy.
How do I delete my account or data?
Open your profile and choose Delete account, or email info@strikeistan.com. See Account and Data Deletion.
Will Strikeistan ever ask for my Steam password?
Never. We do not ask for Steam passwords, Steam Guard codes, API keys or trade offers. Anyone who does is not Strikeistan.
Skins, prices & tools
Where does the item data come from?
Names, rarities, float ranges, collections and cases come from the ByMykel CS2 API (MIT licence) and are checked as described in our Editorial Policy.
Why don't I see skin prices?
We only show prices from a licensed source with the marketplace and update time. Until one is connected, prices show as unavailable and the market page links to marketplaces directly.
What is float?
A number from 0 to 1 that sets how worn a skin looks. Read what float is in CS2.
Can I use Strikeistan tools for trading decisions?
Tools are for information only. Always check an item in game and on the marketplace before trading. See the Disclaimer.
Community & AI
How do I report a post or player?
Use the Report button on the post, listing or profile. Read the Community Guidelines.
What is Strikeistan AI?
An assistant on every page that answers CS2 questions and helps you find Strikeistan features. Answers are generated by AI and can be wrong. How chat data is handled is explained in the Privacy Policy.
Help & contact
How do I report a mistake on a page?
Use the correction form on the Corrections Policy page or email info@strikeistan.com.
Something is broken. What should I do?
Tell us on Report a Problem. Include the page and what you were doing.
How can I contact Strikeistan?
Email info@strikeistan.com or use the contact form.
Not answered here? Visit the Support Center or email info@strikeistan.com.