How to enable two-factor authentication in Fortnite, Epic Games

How to enable two-factor authentication in Fortnite, Epic Games

Fortnite, like many great multiplayer games, uses online accounts to track who is playing, allowing players to download the game and do things like purchase premium currency with credit cards. For this reason, it is important to make sure that your account is protected. To this end, Epic Games offers a method of protecting your account that goes beyond a simple password.

What is two-factor authentication?

Two-factor authentication is best viewed as a six-digit backup password that will be randomly generated and sent to you when you attempt to log in. requested an additional code because they are trying to log in from a new device. This code is sent to you, using a method of your choice. Without the code, the other person wouldn't be able to prove that their connection attempt was authorized, so they wouldn't be able to.



How to enable two-factor authentication

Two-factor authentication, or 2FA for short, adds a layer of security to your Epic Games account by requiring a six-digit passcode to be entered each time you log in. This code can come from an Authenticator app, such as Authyou from your email. Each time you log in, you will be prompted to enter this code.

To activate 2FA on your Fortnite account, go to the Epic Games Account page, then click the Password and security tab and scroll to the bottom. Click on your preferred method and follow the steps after clicking Activate the Authenticator app ou Enable email authentication. You can only configure one of the two options. If you choose the Authenticator app, you will get instructions on how to download it and then you will need to scan a QR code on your phone.



You can also go directly to Epicet Page 2FA and follow the instructions.


What if I have already activated 2FA?

If you have already enabled two-factor authentication via email, you might want to upgrade to the authenticator app version. You must first deactivate e-mail authentication; you can then activate the authentication application option.

It's a great idea for Epic Games to promote the extra level of security that two-factor authentication offers, especially in a game as prestigious as Fortnite. To find out what other accounts you can secure with two-factor authentication, check out this list.




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