CSGO - How To Fix VAC Error

Follow the instructions below

Integrity of Game Files

  • Any custom skins, installs or other changes to the game files can trigger the VAC error.

  • Open up your Steam library, right-click CSGO and select Properties.

  • On the new window, go to Local Files and select to verify the integrity of game files

  • This might take a minute to complete.

Task Manager

Open up your Task Manager by right-clicking your taskbar and selecting it.

In the Processes tab, make sure to end the processes which could interfere with CSGO such as cheat software, CCleaner or your Anti-Virus.

Steam

Toggle your Steam status OFF and then ON again. This may seem strange, but it has helped with a lot of users. As as last resort, you will have to reinstall CSGO using your Steam application.

Launch Options

Open up your Steam Library

  • Right-click CSGO and select Properties

  • On the new window, select Set Launch Options

Use the following commands:

  • -autoconfig

  • -windowed

    • You can switch from a windowed window mode back to fullscreen in your CSGO in-game settings.

 
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