How to claim Fortnite FTC refund in the USA: A step-by-step guide

Fortnite players have a special chance to get a piece of the massive $245 million settlement with Epic Games, the company that made this well-known online shooting game. This agreement was reached as a result of claims of illegal behavior, including alleged Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) breaches and the use of deceptive internet techniques.

For those affected by these issues, here's a step-by-step guide to getting your refund.

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Eligibility criteria for the Fortnite FTC refund

Other than being a US resident, given below are the eligibility criteria to claim a refund from FTC:

• Players who, between January 2017 and September 2022, were charged in-game currency for unwanted items.
• Parents can submit an application if their child used their credit card in an unauthorized way between January 2017 and November 2018.
• Others who had their accounts frozen after disputing wrongful charges with their credit card issuer between January 2017 and September 2022 may make a claim.

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Step-by-step guide on how to claim the FTC refund

Step 1: Open the URL

This is the link you will be opening. (Image via Codelife/YouTube)

Visit the special Fortnite refund portal the FTC set up to get the refund process started. Here is the URL to this page: https://www.ftc.gov/fortnite. Click on "Apply for a Refund."

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Step 2: Click Yes or No

The next step is to claim the refund. (Image via Codelife/YouTube)

From this point on, there are two courses of action, depending on whether you have gotten an email. If you have, simply click on "Yes" and input the claim number provided in the email. If you click "No", the page will ask you to enter your Epic Account ID.

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Step 3: Locating your Epic Account ID

Locating your Epic ID in Fortnite. (Image via Codelife/YouTube)

From the lobby in the game, open the main menu tab located in the left corner, symbolized by three blue bars. Open settings and select the "Account and Privacy" tab. You can find your Epic Account ID here.

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Step 4: Entering the final details

Entering the final details. (Image via Codelife/YouTube)

You will be asked a series of questions on this page. While you may not be asked for supporting documents at the time, the FTC may ask for the documents at a later date, so it's best to answer these questions truthfully.

The FTC will get back to you at a later date if you are eligible for the refund. Moreover, the precise refund amount is not known yet. The ultimate refund sum will be decided by the FTC after consideration of all valid claims, which will probably be after January 2024.

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By following these steps, you can initiate the process to claim a refund as part of the $245 million settlement with Epic Games. This settlement not only serves as a means of compensation but also sends a clear message about the importance of protecting consumers, particularly younger gamers, from manipulative online practices.