Guide to Filing an FTC Claim for a Fortnite Refund

If you’re looking to submit a refund claim for Fortnite with the FTC, it’s a pretty straightforward process. Head online and fill out the official form, but you’ll need either a claim number you got earlier or your Epic Account ID. Keep in mind, you have to be at least 18 to do this on your own. Younger players will need a parent or guardian to handle it for them. Be sure to get this all done before the deadline, which is set for January 10, 2025.

The FTC’s FAQ provides a bit more insight into what happens after you submit your claim. They plan to begin issuing additional payments in 2025, once they’ve had the chance to review and confirm everyone’s claims. If you opted to receive your payment through PayPal, remember to accept it within 30 days. If you chose a check, you’ll have a bit longer — 90 days — to cash it.

Now, you might be wondering if you qualify for this refund. Let’s rewind to what started all this in 2022. The FTC accused Fortnite of not only breaching the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act but also of using sneaky tactics, often called dark patterns, to trick millions into making purchases they didn’t intend to. The current refunds target those exact unexpected in-game buy-ins.

To check if you’re eligible, the FTC has laid out a clear, three-point list on their website to guide you. Make sure to go through it thoroughly to determine if you can apply for that refund.