setownership Console Command
Documentation and examples for the setownership command in Skyrim.
setownership
Assign ownership of a selected item to the player.
Examples
Here is an example of how to use setownership.
Assigns ownership of the selected item to the player.
Overview
Marks the selected object or container as owned by the player, so taking it no longer counts as theft. Used on beds, items and containers, it lets you claim property freely. You normally click the item or container first. It is handy for furnishing a home or grabbing goods without a bounty.
Frequently asked questions
How do you use the setownership command in Skyrim?
Open the console with the tilde (~) key while in-game, type setownership, then press Enter. For example: setownership. The console is only available in the PC version of Skyrim.
What does the setownership command do?
Assign ownership of a selected item to the player.
Does the setownership command require any DLC?
No. setownership is part of the base game and works without any DLC.
Does using setownership disable Steam achievements?
Opening the console and entering any command, including setownership, disables Steam achievements for the rest of that play session on PC. Reload an earlier save or use an achievement-enabler mod if you still want achievements.