How to enable Fortnite two-factor authentication

Enabling two-factor authentication not only keeps your Fortnite account safe but also opens up several perks. Here’s how to turn it on.

Fortnite accounts are highly valuable for players since they contain cosmetic items and V-Bucks that the user has accumulated with hard work over time. Some accounts that are from the early seasons of the game are deemed extremely rare and even sell on the black market for thousands of dollars.

However, most of these accounts get hacked and players lose access to all their beloved progress. To save your account from being hacked, Multi-Factor Authentication, or simply called 2FA is one security measure you should enable right away.

If you’re new to the game or haven’t enabled this feature yet, here’s how you can do it easily.

What is two-factor authentication?

Two-factor authentication is a method of logging into your Fortnite account. It’s in the name –⁠ you need two factors; that can be a password, a special log-in code from an app, or an SMS to log in.

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You get the Boogie Down emote for free for enabling 2FA.

Having two-factor authentication means your account is more secure. If your password gets compromised, hackers will still need to get access to your SMS, email, or app authenticator to break into your account.

If you have invested money into Fortnite, or just want to save your locker, it’s worth the effort to enable two-factor authentication.

What do you need 2FA for?

Fortnite players unlock various perks as soon as they enable 2FA. For example, you cannot gift an item or receive gifts from friends unless you’ve got this feature enabled. Plus, you need to enable two-factor authentication to participate in tournaments, cash cups, FNCS, and more such competitions.

When it comes to perks, as soon as you enable 2FA, you’ll get a free Boogie Down emote from Fortnite Chapter 1 as a reward and if you’ve got Save the World PvE mode, you’ll get 50 Armory Slots, 10 Backpack Slots, and 1 Legendary Troll Stash Llama.

How to enable 2FA

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You need to choose one of the three available methods to enable 2FA.

Enabling Fortnite 2FA is quite a simple process. Here’s how to turn it on:

1. Log in to your Epic Games Account and head to your account page.
2. Click on the Password and Security Tab.
3. Scroll all the way down until you see Two-Factor Authentication.
4. There, click the option you want to enable: App, SMS, or Email.
5. Fill out the prompts for each authenticator to verify your details.
6. It’s done! Now when you sign into Epic Games, you’ll also need to access your authenticator to get a special code.

2FA might add an extra 10 seconds into logging onto Fortnite, but it’s worth the peace of mind. You can set multiple methods, in case you lose access to one. Plus, you can also set trusted devices − so you might only have to enter it once, too.

That’s all you need to know about enabling 2FA in Fortnite and the perks that come with it. Check out more Fortnite guides like best Aim settings, Hitscan weapons, and how to get a double elimination in a BR game.