The basic login steps for Fortnite

Open the Epic Games Launcher on your computer or go to www.epicgames.com on any device. Click the sign-in button in the top right corner. On the login screen, enter your Fortnite username (not your email address) in the first field and your password in the second field. Then click "Sign In".

If you are on a console — PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch — you cannot log in with your username directly. Instead, you sign into your console account (your PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, or Nintendo account), and that console account must be linked to your Epic Games account. Once linked, launching Fortnite will automatically log you in through that connection.

On mobile devices through the Epic Games app, the process is the same as on a computer: enter your username and password, then tap "Sign In". Make sure you are using your Fortnite username, not the email address associated with your account.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Fortnite username is different from your email address — use the username you chose when you created your Epic Games account.
  • On PC and mobile, enter your username and password directly into the Epic Games Launcher or website.
  • On consoles, you log in through your console account (PSN, Xbox Live, or Nintendo account), which must be linked to your Epic Games account beforehand.
  • If you cannot remember your username, you can reset it by going to www.epicgames.com, clicking "Sign In", then selecting "Forgot your username?"

Finding your username if you have forgotten it

Go to www.epicgames.com and click the sign-in button. Instead of entering your credentials, click "Forgot your username?" below the login fields. Enter the email address associated with your Epic Games account. Epic Games will send you an email containing your username within a few minutes.

Check your spam or promotions folder if you do not see the email in your inbox. The email will come from noreply@epicgames.com and will have the subject line "Your Epic Games Username". Once you have your username, return to the login screen and enter it along with your password.

What to do if your password is not working

If you enter your username and password but receive an error message saying the password is incorrect, click "Forgot your password?" on the login screen. Enter your username or the email address tied to your account. Epic Games will send you a password reset link to your email.

Open that email and click the reset link. You will be taken to a page where you can create a new password. Make sure your new password is at least 8 characters long and includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and numbers. After you set your new password, return to the login screen and try again with your username and the new password.

Linking your console account to your Epic Games username

If you play on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch, your console account must be connected to your Epic Games account before you can play Fortnite. Go to www.epicgames.com and sign in with your username and password. Click your account name in the top right corner and select "Account".

On the left side, click "Connections". Find your console platform (PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, or Nintendo Account) and click "Connect". You will be taken to your console's login page. Sign in with your console account credentials. Once you authorize the connection, your console account and Epic Games account are linked. The next time you launch Fortnite on your console, you will be automatically logged in.

Two-factor authentication and login security

Epic Games offers two-factor authentication (2FA) as an extra security layer. When 2FA is turned on, you must enter a code from your phone or email in addition to your username and password each time you log in. This prevents someone else from accessing your account even if they know your password.

To turn on 2FA, sign in to your Epic Games account at www.epicgames.com, go to "Account", then click "Password & Security" on the left. Scroll down to "Two-Factor Authentication" and choose either an authenticator app (like Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator) or email verification. Follow the prompts to complete the setup. After 2FA is enabled, you will see a prompt for a verification code after you enter your username and password.

Common login errors and how to fix them

If you see the message "Invalid username or password", double-check that you are entering your Fortnite username, not your email address. Usernames are case-sensitive, so make sure the capitalization matches exactly. If you are still stuck, use the "Forgot your username?" option to confirm what your username actually is.

If you see "This account has been locked", your account may have been flagged for suspicious activity. Go to www.epicgames.com, click "Sign In", then select "Unlock your account". Follow the steps to verify your identity, usually by confirming a code sent to your email. Once you unlock your account, you can log in normally with your username and password.

If the Epic Games Launcher itself will not open or keeps crashing, try restarting your computer. If the problem continues, uninstall the launcher completely, restart your computer, then read and reinstall it from www.epicgames.com. This often fixes login issues caused by corrupted launcher files.

Logging out and managing multiple accounts

To log out of Fortnite on PC, open the Epic Games Launcher, click your account name in the top right corner, and select "Sign Out". On console, you sign out by switching to a different console user account or by going to your console's system settings and signing out of your console account.

If you have multiple Epic Games accounts and want to switch between them, sign out of the current account first. Then sign in with a different username and password. Each account will have its own Fortnite progress, V-Bucks, and cosmetics, so make sure you are logging into the correct account for the progress you want to access.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my email address instead of my username to log in?

No. Fortnite requires your username at login, not your email. If you have forgotten your username, use the "Forgot your username?" option on the login screen to have it sent to your email address.

What is the difference between my username and my display name?

Your username is what you use to log in and is set when you create your Epic Games account. Your display name is what other players see in-game and can be changed anytime in your account settings. Always use your username for login, not your display name.

Why does Fortnite log me out every time I close the launcher?

This usually happens if you did not check the "Remember me" box during login. When you log in again, make sure that box is checked. This tells the launcher to keep you signed in between sessions.

Can I change my Fortnite username?

Yes, but only once every 30 days. Sign in to your Epic Games account at www.epicgames.com, go to "Account", then click "General". Under "Display Name", you can change your in-game name. Your login username is separate and cannot be changed directly, but you can contact Epic Games support if you need help with account recovery.

What should I do if someone else is logging into my account?

Change your password when ready by going to www.epicgames.com, clicking "Forgot your password?", and following the reset steps. Then turn on two-factor authentication to prevent future unauthorized access. If you see purchases or cosmetics you did not make, contact Epic Games support with details of the unauthorized activity.