Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a must in 2022 and Fortnite is no exception. We explain everything you need to know about 2FA for Epic Games and how to activate it on your account.
Worried about your Fortnite account being hacked? In this case, you need to get two-factor authentication. It is very simple to activate the security measure and it just might save your account. Here’s how you can enable 2FA in Fortnite, what it’s for, and why you should use it.
Not only will activating 2FA secure your account, but you will also get the Boogie Down emote as a reward.
Epic Games A2F: What is two-factor authentication and why is it important?
Two-Factor Authentication is a method of logging into your Fortnite account using two verification codes. It can be a password, a special login code, or an SMS to login.
Obviously, you won’t have to check your text messages or a particular login code every time you want to play Fortnite. Nevertheless, it is something that you will be asked for whenever the client detects a potential risk, including logging into your account from an unknown device.
Two-factor authentication means your account is more secure. If your password is compromised, hackers will still need access to your text messages, emails, or ID app to break into your account.
If you’ve deposited money into Fortnite, or just have some private details you want to keep secret, it’s worth setting up Epic Games’ 2FA. Also, this authentication is necessary if you want to participate in competitions like the FNCS, or if you want to send gifts to other people.
Want to play the FNCS? You need to enable Epic Games 2FA on Fortnite.
How to enable 2FA in Fortnite
Turning on 2FA in Fortnite couldn’t be easier. This is a four step process.
- Go to your Epic Games account page
- Click on the Password and Security tab
- In the case of two-factor authentication, click on the option you want to activate: App, SMS, or Email.
- Fill in the codes for each authenticator to verify your data.
- It is done ! Now, when you log in to Epic Games, you also need to access your credential to get a special code.
If you want to participate in the next competitions on Fortnite, don’t wait to activate the A2F.
Epic Games’ 2FA can add an extra 10 seconds to logging into Fortnite, but it’s worth it.