How to check & claim Fortnite FTC refund

Amidst the exciting and brand-new Chapter 6 Season 1 in Fortnite, Epic Games has been asked by the FTC to distribute over $72 million to 629,344 players.

The developer was found guilty of implementing tactics that can potentially lead to players, especially children, spending irresponsibly on in-game items such as outfits, gliders, and emotes.

The game’s button configuration which lets you confirm a purchase with a single press and the developer’s inconsistent practices are some of the reasons that led to the FTC’s decision to issue refunds.

If you’re curious whether you’re one of the 629,344 Fortnite players eligible for the FTC refunds, here’s how to check the criteria and claim the amount.

• Are you eligible for the Fortnite FTC refund?
• How to claim Fortnite FTC refund
• How much money can you get from the Fortnite FTC refund?

Are you eligible for the Fortnite FTC refund?

You must fulfill these criteria to be eligible for the Fortnite FTC refund:

• You must be at least 18. Players below the age limit can ask a parent or guardian to fill out the claim form with their contact information.
• You can claim a refund if any of these situations apply to your account:
  • You spent V-Bucks on unwanted in-game items between January 2017 and September 2022.
  • Your children modified your credit card without your knowledge between January 2017 and November 2018.
  • Your account was blocked for complaining to your credit card providers about the unwanted transactions made in Fortnite.

The FTC has stated that payments will be handed out via PayPal and checks. Another important thing to note is that the last date to claim a Fortnite FTC refund is January 10, 2025.

Now, if you’re sure about being eligible, it’s time to claim the refund!

How to claim your Fortnite FTC refund

Follow these steps to claim your Fortnite FTC refund:

1. Head to the official FTC page containing the claim form for affected Fortnite players.
2. Enter your claim number or Epic Account ID. In case you haven’t received an email from the FTC with the claim number, here are the steps to check your Epic Account ID:
   1. Head to the official Epic Games website.
   2. Sign in with the Epic Games account that you’ve used to play Fortnite.
   3. Click on your name on the top-right corner of the screen and select Account.
   4. The first page that now appears should display a bunch of details about your account, and the ID is right under the Account Information header.
   5. The image below will help you understand these steps better.
3. Claims are currently only accessible to players in the US.

If you had already filed a claim before October 8, you don’t need to do it this time. Claims filed after this date are still under review by the FTC, though.

How much money can you get from the Fortnite FTC refund?

As per the FTC, the average amount you can currently expect from the Fortnite FTC refund is $114. However, as more players claim their refunds, the final amount can change.

While PayPal payments have to be claimed within 30 days, you can cash the checks within 90 days. It is also advised to avoid potential scams asking to pay anything to claim the refund.

We’ll update this piece with all the latest developments surrounding the Fortnite vs. FTC settlement, so make sure to bookmark it and check back often!