{"id":42191,"date":"2023-12-19T16:13:11","date_gmt":"2023-12-19T15:13:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/?p=1947604"},"modified":"2023-12-19T19:55:52","modified_gmt":"2023-12-19T18:55:52","slug":"fortnite-2fa-explained-how-to-set-up-two-factor-authentication","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/rss_feed\/fortnite-2fa-explained-how-to-set-up-two-factor-authentication\/","title":{"rendered":"Fortnite 2FA explained: How to set up two-factor authentication"},"content":{"rendered":"

Add that extra layer of security. <\/p>

By Rob Leane\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 19 December 2023 at 15:13 PM<\/p>

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Remembering the login details for your Fortnite account<\/a> can be difficult, and Epic Games is also encouraging users to set up two-factor authentication (2FA) on their accounts.<\/p>\n

There are more reasons than ever to log into Fortnite right now, with Epic Games having added the new experiences LEGO Fortnite<\/a>, Rocket Racing<\/a> and Fortnite Festival<\/a>.<\/p>\n

So, what is Fortnite 2FA and how exactly are you meant to set it up? Keep on reading to find out!<\/p>\n

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What is Fortnite 2FA?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
In Fortnite and on the internet at large, 2FA stands for two-factor authentication<\/strong>. You might also hear about MFA, which stands for multi-factor authentication.<\/p>\n
In both cases, the definition if pretty simple. It basically means adding an extra layer of security to your account, which is often achieved by sending a one-time access code to your email address or phone number every time you log in.<\/p>\n
There are also \u2018authenticator\u2019 apps you can get that generate codes automatically. Whichever method you choose, having that second layer of security helps to verify your identity and stop unwanted third parties from accessing your account.<\/p>
Why should you set up Fortnite 2FA?<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe Epic Games website<\/a>\u00a0offers the following four reasons why you should set up 2FA on your Fortnite\/Epic account.<\/p>\n
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Security:<\/strong> \u201c2FA increases the security of your account. Even if somebody guesses your password, they won\u2019t be able to access your account.\u201d<\/li>\n
Free games:<\/strong> \u201c2FA is required to claim some free games on the Epic Games Store.\u201d<\/li>\n
Gifting:<\/strong> \u201c2FA is required to send gifts in Fortnite.\u201d<\/li>\n
Competing in Fortnite:<\/strong> \u201c2FA is required for participation in Fortnite competitive events such as the Fortnite World Cup!\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>