Error: 'Couldn't set up Steam data'

Question

I try to install steam on my laptop but when I try to open the steam, there is a notice says that "Couldn't set up Steam data - please contact technical support". What should I do? Please help me what to do right now

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Please run steam in a terminal and add any out put to your question. — Mark Kirby, Jan 07 '16 at 22:29

score 1 · Answer 1 · edited Feb 17 '17 at 04:58

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Just delete the .steam folder(hidden)... press ctrl+h to show hidden folders, then delete .steam in your home directory, and re-install steam through wherever you got it in the first place. Follow the setup instructions, then viola!

edited Feb 17 '17 at 04:58

Phil UK

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answered Feb 17 '17 at 01:58

Michael Thomas

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Error: 'Couldn't set up Steam data'

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