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You protect your account from hackers and unlock exclusive rewards when you enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). This security feature requires a unique code every time you sign in on a new device.
Steps to enable 2FA
Steps to enable 2FA
You can set this up in less than two minutes through your browser.
Go to epicgames.com/account.
Sign in to your Epic Games account.
Click Password & Security in the left-hand menu.
Scroll down to the Two-Factor Authentication section.
Choose your preferred method:
Authenticator App: You use an app like Google Authenticator or Authy to generate codes. (Most Secure)
Email: You receive a code in your inbox each time you log in.
SMS: You receive a code via text message.
Click Set Up next to your choice.
Enter the verification code sent to your email, phone, or app to confirm.
Why you should enable it
Why you should enable it
You get immediate benefits beyond just security when you activate 2FA.
Free Games: You must have 2FA enabled to claim free weekly games on the Epic Games Store.
Fortnite Rewards: You unlock the Boogie Down emote in Fortnite Battle Royale immediately.
Gifting: You need 2FA to send gifts to friends in Fortnite.
Tournaments: You cannot participate in competitive events like the Fortnite World Cup without it.
Common 2FA apps
Common 2FA apps
You can use any of these free apps if you choose the Authenticator App method:
Google Authenticator
Microsoft Authenticator
LastPass Authenticator
Authy
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