How to File a Fortnite Refund Claim with the FTC
To file a complaint you only need to complete the official FTC form online. The form requires people to apply using a previously obtained claim number or their Epic account ID. You must be 18 years or older to complete. (Those under 18 can ask a parent or legal guardian to complete the form for them.) The FTC has issued a deadline to file complaints by January 10, 2025.
According to the FTC's FAQ, the agency expects to “send additional payments in 2025” after it has “reviewed and validated all claims.” Those who selected to receive payment through PayPal accept payment within 30 days and those who opted for check must cash it within 90 days.
Eligibility Requirements for Claiming Fortnite FTC Refunds
In the 2022 case, the FTC argued that fortnite violated the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act and “implemented design tricks, known as dark patterns, to trick millions of players into making unintentional purchases.” This set of payments belongs to those who inadvertently made in-game purchases on fortnite.
The FTC website offers users a three-point checklist to help determine whether or not you might be eligible. Here is the full list that determines whether you can request a refund: