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

Before you start the process, 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 three different Two-factor Authentication methods.

1. 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. 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. 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.

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

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 the steps listed in this article.

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.

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!