Buff Up Account Security by Enabling Two-Factor Authentication in Fortnite

Account security is more important than ever in this day and age. Gamers spend countless hours and even dollars on their accounts, to find it gone one day.

Accounts of many Fortnite players have been hacked and lost, which is why Epic Games recommends enabling 2FA on Fortnite accounts. The fruits of your toil shouldn’t be another’s to enjoy.

1. How to Enable Fortnite Two-Factor Authentication

Follow these steps to enable 2FA for a Fortnite account-

1. Log in to your Fortnite account on the official website.
2. Click on your account name (Example- AlexGamer) at the top right corner and select the Account option.
3. Head to the Password & Security section.
4. Click on the Two-Factor Authentication section.
5. Choose the authentication method: Enable Authenticator App or Enable Email Authentication.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the 2FA setup.
7. Verify the 2FA activation by entering the code sent to your email or generated by the authenticator app.

2. Two-Factor Authentication Security Tips

Fortnite 2FA exists to safeguard your account integrity, but a few mistakes can compromise the security of your account. Here is a list of tips to avoid common issues-

• Keep your email and phone number always working to receive 2FA codes promptly.
• Use a reliable authenticator app for added security.
• Do not share your 2FA codes with anyone to prevent unauthorized access.
• Regularly check your account settings to ensure 2FA is active and functioning correctly.
• Do not share your Fortnite accounts with friends.

3. About Fortnite

Fortnite is an online video game developed by Epic Games and released in 2017. It is available in three distinct game mode versions that otherwise share the same general gameplay and game engine: Fortnite Battle Royale, a free-to-play battle royale game in which up to 100 players fight to be the last person standing;

Fortnite: Save the World, a cooperative hybrid tower defense-shooter and survival game in which up to four players fight off zombie-like creatures and defend objects with traps and fortifications they can build; and Fortnite Creative, in which players are given complete freedom to create worlds and battle arenas.