Steam Manifest Generator
Inspect public Steam app metadata and generate manifest/Lua file packages for education, owned-content review, and preservation research.
Privacy
You can use this tool without an account. It sends only the value needed to retrieve current data from the external service identified in the interface. Accounts are optional for favorites and history.
How to use
- Enter a Steam App ID from a Steam Store URL.
- Review the education and owned-content disclaimer before generating files.
- Choose whether to generate manifests, Lua script, or both.
- Download individual files or export the full package as a ZIP.
Examples
- Generate manifests for Counter-Strike 2 (App ID 730).
- Review public depot metadata for an app you own.
- Export generated files for authorized preservation or lab workflows.
FAQ
Where do I find a Steam App ID?
Visit the game's Steam Store page. The URL looks like store.steampowered.com/app/APPID. The number is the App ID.
Does this tool access my Steam account?
No. It only fetches publicly available data from the Steam Store and SteamDB APIs. No login required.
What are these files used for?
The generated files are for education, metadata review, preservation research, and workflows you are authorized to perform. Do not use them to bypass DRM, licensing, regional restrictions, or access content without permission.
What if some depots are missing?
The tool fetches depot data from SteamDB's public API. If that service is unavailable, it generates sensible defaults based on common Steam depot patterns.
Is Steam Manifest Generator free?
Yes. Steam Manifest Generator is free to use on InfoChef, and the tool remains available without creating an account.
Does Steam Manifest Generator require login?
No. Login is optional and only adds convenience features such as favorites, recent tools, and synced history.
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