Why can't i link my account on Fortnite?

This error message means that you are attempting to link a console account to an Epic account that already has another console of the same type linked to it. This might get this error because you logged into the wrong console account, or you logged into a console account that you do not use with Epic Games.
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Why isn't my Fortnite account linking?

If you received this error, it means there is a restriction that prevents you from linking a new platform account if the same platform type was previously linked to your Epic Games account. To resolve this error, you can re-link your original platform account.
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How do I link my existing Fortnite account?

Click on Sign-in in the top right corner and sign into your Epic Games account. Hover over your display name and click Account. Click Connect below the account that you want to link to your Epic Games account. Click Connect Account.
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Why are my Fortnite accounts not merging?

There is no way to merge two Epic Games accounts.

Player Support is unable to assist with requests for merging accounts. If you want to connect an Xbox, PlayStation, or Switch account to your Epic Games account, go to your Accounts Connections page to do so.
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Why is my Fortnite not connecting?

If you are having connection issues, please check the Epic Games Server Status page to make sure all systems are operational. If the issue you're experiencing is related to an outage or system-wide issue, you won't be able to connect to the Epic Games Launcher until the outage or issue is resolved.
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Why is Fortnite not letting me join?

Receiving "Failed to load profile" and "Unable to join Fortnite log in queue" when trying to play Fortnite on a console. These errors can typically be cleared by a full restart of your console: For Nintendo Switch, please see Nintendo's article on how to restart a Switch.
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Why does Fortnite keep saying "unable to login to Fortnite servers"?

This error appears when the game cannot load quickly enough to connect to our servers. If you're getting this error while playing on PC, you can try the following steps to troubleshoot the issue: Make sure your graphics card drivers are up to date: How do I update my video card drivers to fix problems with Fortnite?
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How to link two Fortnite accounts?

How to Merge Fortnite Accounts
  1. Go to Fortnite merge accounts page and select a Primary Account. ...
  2. Log in to that account. ...
  3. Choose a Secondary Account to merge and disable, and login to that account as well.
  4. Follow the on-screen prompts to finish the merger.
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Why did Fortnite disable account merging?

The Epic rule book restricts the selling and purchasing of accounts or using an account under a different identity. As soon as word went out about such activities, bans were issued, and as the ultimate step, Account Merging was removed.
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How do I transfer skins on Fortnite to another account?

It is not possible to manually transfer a Fortnite item or cosmetic from one account to another. Fortnite items are only stored and will permanently remain in the Epic account where the you originally purchased, earned, or claimed them.
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What happens if you don't link your Fortnite account?

If you sign in to your Epic Games account using a console or platform that was unlinked, you will automatically create a brand new Epic Games account. This new account will not have any game progression.
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Will I lose my skins if I link my Epic Games account?

All Fortnite progress and cosmetics are always stored on your Epic Games account. You will be able to access everything as soon as you link the new console account to Epic Games.
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How to enter Fortnite code to link account?

Epic Games Launcher
  1. Open the Epic Games Launcher.
  2. Log in to your Epic Games account.
  3. Click your name in the upper right corner.
  4. Click Redeem Code.
  5. Enter the code, and then click Redeem. Note: You should receive a message that the code was successfully redeemed.
  6. Click Back to Home to return to the launcher home page.
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How do I link my existing account to Fortnite?

How do I link my console account to my Epic Games account using my console?
  1. Launch Fortnite, Fall Guys, or Rocket League on your console.
  2. Click Sign in.
  3. Click Continue.
  4. Sign in to your Epic Games account.
  5. A confirmation message will appear and you'll be able to play on your console.
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Why does my Fortnite account say it's already linked?

There are two reasons that your console account might say it's already linked: Your console account is already linked to an Epic Games account. Your console account is linked to a nameless account.
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Why is my Xbox not connecting to Fortnite?

If you have problems with Fortnite, check the Xbox status before contacting support. Check the Xbox status page. If you see any services with alerts, expand the service, scroll down to Notifications, and sign in to receive a message when the service is up and running again.
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Is Fortnite account merging still available?

There is no way to merge two Epic Games accounts. Player Support is unable to assist with requests for merging accounts. Quoted from an Epic Games Support Article which you can read here. No, this feature was removed a long time ago.
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Is it bannable to have 2 Fortnite accounts?

If your account is permanently banned, you may lose all rights to games, virtual items, account balances, or other items that you may have earned or purchased. If you have multiple accounts, we may take action against all of your accounts.
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Why is my Fortnite account disabled?

Players are temporarily banned from Fortnite when they're discovered doing something that is against the Code of Conduct or against the rules of a tournament. Temporary bans last up to 30 days, and players will be able to reboard the Battle Bus after the specified time.
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Why did Fortnite remove account merge?

where you could combine all of your skins. and emotes from two accounts on the one. But Epic Games found out people were selling. and purchasing accounts against their terms of service, so they decided to get rid of it.
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How many accounts can be linked to Fortnite?

Each Epic Games account can only be associated with a single email address. It's important to remember that you can't have two Fortnite accounts with the same email address. If you try to create a new Fortnite account with an already-used email address, you will receive an error notice.
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Can I link my Fortnite account to multiple devices?

Yes. As long as you've linked your Xbox, PlayStation, PC, Switch or Mobile account to your Epic Games account, any content you purchased (except V-Bucks) and progress you make is accessible across all platforms. Note: Each console/platform must be linked to the same Epic Games account.
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How do I fix Fortnite connecting error?

Checking both Battle Royale and Save the World boxes for your installation options may resolve your issue.
  1. Open the Epic Games Launcher.
  2. Click on the three dots next to Fortnite.
  3. Click on Options.
  4. Make sure both checkboxes for Battle Royale and Save the World are checked.
  5. Click on Apply.
  6. Launch Fortnite.
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Why does it say login failed when I try to link my Fortnite account?

This error message means that you are attempting to link a console account to an Epic account that already has another console of the same type linked to it. This might get this error because you logged into the wrong console account, or you logged into a console account that you do not use with Epic Games.
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Is Fortnite having issues?

Current Fortnite status is UP.
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