How To Enable 2FA For Fortnite

Two-factor authentication (or 2FA) for Fortnite is essential for anyone who doesn’t want to lose access to their account due to the shenanigans of hackers. It’s also mandatory to enable gifting in the game. If you’re not sure how to enable 2FA, read on to find detailed instructions.

In this article, we’ll provide a step-by-step guide for enabling 2FA in Fortnite – on PC, Xbox, Play Station, and Nintendo Switch. Additionally, we will answer some of the most popular questions related to account security in Fortnite.

How to Enable 2FA for Fortnite?

To enable 2FA for extra security on your Fortnite account, follow the steps below:

1. Head on to the Epic Games website and sign in to your account.
2. Navigate to your ‘’Account Settings,’’ then to the ‘’Password & Security’’ settings.
   
3. Scroll down to ‘’Two-Factor Authentication.’’
4. Select the ‘’Enable Email Authentication’’ option to set your email as a 2FA method.
   
5. Optionally, select ‘’Enable Authentication App’’ to set one of the available 2FA apps as your preferred method. The 2FA apps can be found in your device’s app store. Some of the most common apps are Google Authenticator, LastPass Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, and Authy.
   
6. If you chose the email authentication option, you will get a security code that you will be asked to enter during the sign-in.
   

How to Enable 2FA for Fortnite on Nintendo Switch?

Two-factor authentication for Fortnite is available to all players regardless of the device. To set it up on a Nintendo Switch, do the following:

1. Head on to the Epic Games website and sign in to your account.
2. Navigate to your ‘’Account Settings,’’ then to the ‘’Password & Security’’ settings.
3. Scroll down to the ‘’Two-Factor Authentication’’ heading.
4. Select the ‘’Enable Email Authentication’’ option to your set email as a 2FA method.
5. Optionally, select ‘’Enable Authentication App’’ to set one of the available 2FA apps as your preferred method. The 2FA apps can be found in your device’s app store. Some of the most common apps are Google Authenticator, LastPass Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, and Authy.
6. If you chose the email authentication option, you will get a security code that you will be asked to enter during the sign-in.

How to Enable 2FA for Fortnite on Xbox?

Setting up two-factor authentication for Fortnite on Xbox isn’t different from setting it on any other device. To do that, follow the instructions below:

1. Head on to the Epic Games website and sign in to your account.
2. Navigate to your ‘’Account Settings,’’ then to the ‘’Password & Security’’ settings.
3. Scroll down to the ‘’Two-Factor Authentication’’ heading.
4. Select the ‘’Enable Email Authentication’’ option to your set email as a 2FA method.
5. Optionally, select ‘’Enable Authentication App’’ to set one of the available 2FA apps as your preferred method. The 2FA apps can be found in your device’s app store. Some of the most common apps are Google Authenticator, LastPass Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, and Authy.
6. If you chose the email authentication option, you will get a security code that you will be asked to enter during the sign-in.

How to Enable 2FA for Fortnite on PS4?

To set two-factor authentication for Fortnite on PS4, follow the steps below:

1. Head on to the Epic Games website and sign in to your account.
2. Navigate to your ‘’Account Settings,’’ then to the ‘’Password & Security’’ settings.
3. Scroll down to the ‘’Two-Factor Authentication’’ heading.
4. Select the ‘’Enable Email Authentication’’ option to your set email as a 2FA method.
5. Optionally, select ‘’Enable Authentication App’’ to set one of the available 2FA apps as your preferred method. The 2FA apps can be found in your device’s app store. Some of the most common apps are Google Authenticator, LastPass Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, and Authy.
6. If you chose the email authentication option, you will get a security code that you will be asked to enter during the sign-in.

How to Enable 2FA for Fortnite on PS5?

You can set two-factor authentication for Fortnite on PS5 on the official Epic Games website by following the steps below:

1. Head on to the Epic Games website and sign in to your account.
2. Navigate to your ‘’Account Settings,’’ then to the ‘’Password & Security’’ settings.
3. Scroll down to the ‘’Two-Factor Authentication’’ heading.
4. Select the ‘’Enable Email Authentication’’ option to your set email as a 2FA method.
5. Optionally, select ‘’Enable Authentication App’’ to set one of the available 2FA apps as your preferred method. The 2FA apps can be found in your device’s app store. Some of the most common apps are Google Authenticator, LastPass Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, and Authy.
6. If you chose the email authentication option, you will get a security code that you will be asked to enter during the sign-in.

How to Enable 2FA for Fortnite on PC?

If you’re playing on a PC, you can enable two-factor authentication for Fortnite through the Epic Games website. To do that, follow the steps below:

1. Head on to the Epic Games website and sign in to your account.
2. Navigate to your ‘’Account Settings,’’ then to the ‘’Password & Security’’ settings.
   
3. Scroll down to the ‘’Two-Factor Authentication’’ heading.
4. Select the ‘’Enable Email Authentication’’ option to your set email as a 2FA method.
   
5. Optionally, select ‘’Enable Authentication App’’ to set one of the available 2FA apps as your preferred method. The 2FA apps can be found in your device’s app store. Some of the most common apps are Google Authenticator, LastPass Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, and Authy.
   
6. If you chose the email authentication option, you will get a security code that you will be asked to enter during the sign-in.
   

Frequently Asked Questions

Now that you know how to set a 2FA for the game, read on to find out more about your Fortnite account security.

How Do I Enable Gifting in Fortnite?

To enable gifting in Fortnite, you have to set a two-factor authentication on the Epic Games website first. This is necessary to prevent others from spending real-life money on Fortnite gifts from your account. Additionally, you have to at least reach level 2 in the game. You can only send gifts in Fortnite if you’re playing on a PC, Xbox One, PS, Nintendo Switch, and Android.

You can only send up to five gifts per day, and only to players that have been on your friends’ list for over three days. If all the requirements are met but sending a gift fails, the other player most likely already has the item. The gifting also won’t work if you try to send someone a Battle Pass, V-bucks, items that are gone from the Item Shop, or items from your locker.

To enable receiving gifts, sign in to your Epic Games account, navigate to ‘’Settings,’’ then click the silhouette icon to open account settings. Select “Yes” beside the “Receive gifts from others” option.

What Is Fortnite 2FA?

2FA stands for two-factor authentication – a method used to improve your account’s security. Apart from entering your login details into the game, you will have to enter a security code sent to your email or a special authentication app.

This is especially important during Fortnite events when hackers become more active to undermine competition. If you don’t want to lose access to your account, we strongly advise setting up a 2FA. You won’t be asked to enter a security code every time you log in to the game – only the first time after setting up the 2FA, when using a new device, or after a month since your last sign-in

How Long Does It Take for 2FA to Work on Fortnite?

Generally, the 2FA should start working within a few minutes or less. However, the exact time varies depending on the Epic Games website server and your broadband speed.

Keep Your Account Secure

Now that you know how to set a 2FA for Fortnite, your account should be safe from hackers. Remember to always set a strong password, keep your login details secure, and be aware of Fortnite item giveaway scams online. Epic Games is currently giving out the Boogiedown Emote, 50 Armory Slots, 10 Backpack Slots, and a Legendary Troll Stash Llama for enabling 2FA, meaning that improving your account security is only beneficial.

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