How to Enable Fortnite 2FA? (Two-Factor Authentication Explained)

Everyone values their collection of Fortnite skins a lot, especially given how rare and exclusive some skins can be. As with all things on the internet, there is always a chance that you might lose access to your Fortnite account and the accompanying cosmetics if someone manages to break into your account.

Thankfully, Epic Games has a special security protocol called 2FA (Two Factor Authentication) for Fortnite. 2FA can help you make sure that your account, along with all your rare Fortnite skins, is secure. Here’s how you can enable 2FA on Fortnite through Epic Games.

How to Enable 2FA on Fortnite?

To enable Fortnite 2FA, go to the Epic Games login page and log in with your account. You can do this either through your browser or through the Epic Games Launcher on your PC. Once you have logged into your account, you can follow the steps given below:

• Hover or click on the profile button in the top right corner and go to Account.
• Here, you can select the Password & Security option from the menu.
• Scroll down, and you can find four different Two-factor Authentication methods.

1. Fortnite 2FA with Authenticator App

After going to the Two-factor Authentication page, you can use any third-party app to enable 2FA on Fortnite. You can use Google Authenticator, LastPass Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, or Authy. Once you download one of the apps, here is how to set up the Authenticator app:

• Click the Set Up button beside the Two-factor Authenticator app option.
• Select the Continue option on the prompt.
• Scan the QR from your Authenticator app.
• Enter the security code and click the Activate app option.

2. Fortnite 2FA Through Email

If you do not want to use any third-party app, you can enable 2FA through email. If you create an Epic account using any email, it automatically activates. Otherwise, follow the steps below:

• Select the Set Up option from the Email Two-Factor Authentication.
• Go to the email you used to create the account and copy the security code.
• Paste the code and click the Enable Email Authentication button.

3. Fortnite 2FA Through SMS

Opening both the Email and Authenticator app can be a hassle. That is why Epic also allows you to enable 2FA through SMS. Here is how to enable it:

• Select the Set Up SMS Code for 2FA option.
• Enter your country code and phone number, then click Continue.
• Type the security code from your SMS and click Enable SMS Authentication.

4. Fortnite 2FA with Epic Authenticator

Epic has recently streamlined the Fortnite 2FA process with the Epic Authenticator, built directly into the Epic Games app on mobile. You can enable 2FA through the Epic Authenticator process by following these steps:

• Select the Epic Authenticator option.
• Make sure you have the Epic Games application installed on your mobile device.
• Open the Epic Games app, where you will see a notification or a number-match prompt.
• Simply tap the matching number or select Approve to link the device.

Rewards for Enabling Fortnite 2FA

Besides protecting your precious Fortnite account, you will also receive a set of rewards for enabling 2FA. Players who have enabled 2FA on Fortnite will receive the Boogie Down emote. Furthermore, Fortnite players who own the Save the World campaign will also receive the following items:

• 50 Armory Slots
• 10 Backpack Slots
• 1 Legendary Troll Stash Llama

Why You Need 2FA to Gift Skins in Fortnite

It is important to remember that enabling Fortnite 2FA is the only way you can unlock the ability to gift skins to a friend. Epic Games makes this security step mandatory for gifting to make sure your hard-earned V-Bucks aren’t taken away from you.

Without 2FA, a hacker could gain access to your Fortnite account and instantly empty out your V-Bucks balance by “gifting” skins to their own accounts. 2FA allows you to confirm that you are the actual owner of the account before you can initiate a non-refundable transaction.

How to Enable Fortnite 2FA on PS5 and Xbox?

While Epic Games allows players on all platforms to enable 2FA, it is not possible to directly enable Fortnite 2FA through PS5 and Xbox. This means that if you want to enable two-factor authentication, you have to use a desktop or PC and follow these steps:

• Go to the Epic Games website and log in with your PlayStation or Xbox credentials.
• Hover or click on the profile button in the top right corner and go to Account.
• Here, you can select the Password & Security option from the menu.
• Scroll down, and you can find four different Two-factor Authentication methods.
• Finish the Authentication process, depending on the method.

Since you can log into your Epic Games account using your PS5 and Xbox IDs, you can easily protect your Fortnite account, regardless of the platform you play on.

How to Enable Fortnite 2FA on Nintendo Switch and Mobile?

Much like PlayStation and Xbox players, you cannot directly enable Fortnite 2FA on Nintendo Switch through the Fortnite app. If you want to enable 2FA for your Nintendo account, you can follow these steps:

• Go to the Epic Games website and log in with your Nintendo Account credentials.
• Hover or click on the profile button in the top right corner and go to Account.
• Here, you can select the Password & Security option from the menu.
• Scroll down, and you can find four different Two-factor Authentication methods.
• Finish the Authentication process, depending on the method.

You can activate 2FA on mobile by visiting the Epic Games website using a mobile web browser and following the usual 2FA activation steps listed above. You can also use the Epic Authenticator method

Fortnite 2FA Code Not Working? Common Fixes

If you are unable to receive your 2FA verification code or it’s being rejected as “invalid,” you can try these common troubleshooting steps:

• Check Your Spam/Junk Folder: Your email service might end up classifying automated emails from Epic Games into the Spam or Promotions folder. Make sure to check these locations if you can’t find the Fortnite 2FA code in your main inbox.
• Verify the Email Address: Make sure that you have verified your email address through the specific email linked to your Epic Games account.
• Switch to an Autheticator App: Enabling Fortnite 2FA through email can be a bit of a hassle, as the code might be delayed by your service provider or lost in transit. If you are unable to complete the 2FA process through email, you can try switching to an app like Google Authenticator for a much more reliable option.
• Avoid “Over-Clicking”: If you have not received your 2FA code and click “Resend Code” too many times, you might invalidate your previous codes. It is advisable to wait at least 5-10 minutes before requesting a new code.

Besides the rewards, remember that this is an important security step if you do not wish to lose your Chapter 7 Season 1 progress or Battle Pass items. So, did you enable 2FA on Fortnite? Let us know in the comments below!