The fastest way to log out of Fortnite on Switch

To log out of Fortnite on Nintendo Switch, open the game, go to the main menu, select the settings icon (gear symbol) in the top right, scroll down to "Account", and choose "Sign Out". The game will return you to the login screen. If you want to remove the account from your Switch entirely — so no one else can launch Fortnite under that profile — you'll need to go into your Switch system settings instead and remove the linked Epic Games account from that user profile.

The difference matters: signing out of Fortnite keeps your account on the Switch but logs you out of the game. Removing the account from your Switch user profile deletes the connection between that Switch user and your Epic Games account, which is what you want if you're selling the console, letting someone else use it, or sharing a Switch with family members who shouldn't have access to your account.

Key Takeaways

  • Sign out within Fortnite itself by opening settings, finding Account, and selecting Sign Out — this logs you out but keeps the account linked to your Switch user.
  • Remove the account from your Switch entirely by going to System Settings, selecting Users, choosing your profile, then Account Settings, and unlinking your Epic Games account.
  • Signing out of Fortnite does not automatically sign you out of your Switch user profile or remove your Epic Games account from the console.
  • If you forget to sign out and someone else uses your Switch, they can launch Fortnite and play under your account unless you've removed the account link from that user profile.

Signing out within the Fortnite app

Launch Fortnite on your Switch and wait for the main menu to load. Look for the gear icon in the top right corner of the screen — this is the settings button. Tap it to open the settings menu.

Scroll down through the settings options until you see "Account". Select it. You'll see a "Sign Out" option. Choose it, and Fortnite will log you out and return to the login screen. The next time someone opens Fortnite on that Switch user profile, they'll see the login screen and won't be able to play under your account without your credentials.

Removing your Epic Games account from your Switch user profile

If you want to fully disconnect your Epic Games account from a Switch user profile — which you should do if you're sharing the console or giving it to someone else — you need to go into your Switch's system settings, not the Fortnite app. Press the home button on your controller to exit Fortnite and return to the Switch home screen.

Go to System Settings (the gear icon on the home screen). Select Users, then choose the user profile you want to change. Select Account Settings. Look for "Linked Services" or "Connected Services" (the exact name varies by Switch software version). Find Epic Games in the list and select it. Choose "Unlink" to disconnect your Epic Games account from that Switch user profile. After you unlink, that user profile can no longer access Fortnite under your account.

Why the difference between signing out and unlinking matters

Signing out of Fortnite is a quick temporary step — it logs you out of the game but doesn't change anything about your Switch or your account settings. The next time you or anyone else opens Fortnite on that Switch user profile, the account is still linked and ready to log back in. This is fine if you're the only person using that profile.

Unlinking your Epic Games account from a Switch user profile is permanent (until you link it again) and prevents anyone using that profile from accessing your Fortnite account. This is what you need if you're letting someone else use the Switch, selling it, or setting up a separate profile for a family member. Without unlinking, they could open Fortnite and play under your account, spend money on your account, or access your friends list and messages.

What happens if you don't sign out before someone else uses the Switch

If you leave Fortnite signed in and someone else picks up your Switch and opens the game, they'll be playing under your account. They can spend V-Bucks (Fortnite's in-game currency), make purchases, send friend requests, and chat with your friends — all under your name. They can also see your account information and any payment methods you've saved.

If this happens, sign out when ready and consider changing your Epic Games password. You can also check your account's login history and active sessions on the Epic Games website to see if anything unusual happened. Go to www.epicgames.com, sign in, go to Account Settings, then Security, and look at "Connections" or "Active Sessions" to see where your account has been logged in recently.

Signing back in after you've signed out

After you sign out of Fortnite, the next time you or anyone else opens the game on that Switch user profile, you'll see the login screen. You'll need to enter your Epic Games email address and password to sign back in. If you've enabled two-factor authentication on your Epic Games account (which is a good security practice), you'll also need to enter a code from your authenticator app or receive one by email.

If you've unlinked your Epic Games account from the Switch user profile entirely, you'll need to link it again before you can sign in. Go back to System Settings, Users, your profile, Account Settings, and Linked Services. Select Epic Games and choose "Link" to reconnect your account to that user profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

If I sign out of Fortnite, will my progress and skins be deleted?

No. Your progress, skins, V-Bucks, and everything else in your Fortnite account are stored on Epic Games' servers, not on your Switch. Signing out or even uninstalling the game won't affect your account. When you sign back in with the same email and password, everything will be there.

Can I have multiple Fortnite accounts on one Switch?

Yes. Each Switch user profile can be linked to a different Epic Games account. Create a new user profile on your Switch, link it to a different Epic Games account, and that profile will have its own separate Fortnite progress and inventory. Sign out of one profile and switch to another to play under different accounts.

What if I forgot my Epic Games password?

Go to www.epicgames.com and click "Sign In". Select "Need help signing in?" and enter your email address. Epic Games will send you a password reset link. Click the link in your email, create a new password, and use it to sign back into Fortnite on your Switch.

Does signing out of Fortnite sign me out of my Switch user profile?

No. Signing out of Fortnite only logs you out of the game. Your Switch user profile stays signed in, and you'll still have access to all your other apps and settings. If you want to sign out of your Switch user profile itself, press the home button, go to your profile icon in the top left, and select "Sign Out".