Fortnite: How to Redeem a V-Bucks Gift Card on All Platforms

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Did you get a V-Bucks gift card recently? If you want to add the V-Bucks to your Fortnite account, you'll just need to log into the official Epic Games website. Make sure your account is linked to your console account if you play on a different platform. Here's how to redeem V-Bucks online for your PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PS4, or PS5.

Activating V-Bucks Gift Card Codes

To redeem V-Bucks, you'll need an Epic Games account. Log into the Epic Games' V-Bucks website, and click Get Started . Enter the PIN, select your platform, and then click Confirm . If you're using Xbox or PlayStation, you'll need to enter the secondary code on their respective websites.

Section 1 of 2:

Redeeming V-Bucks

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    Go to https://www.fortnite.com/vbuckscard in a web browser. You can use a desktop or mobile browser. [1]
    • There's no option to redeem V-Bucks cards in the game; you must visit the official Epic Games website.
    • If you purchased V-Bucks directly, they should automatically be added to the account you used to purchase.
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    This is the yellow button in the center of the screen.
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    If you don't have an Epic Games account, or you've been playing as a nameless account on console, you'll need to create one .
    • Make sure you're using the correct account. It will be difficult to get a refund if you make a mistake.
    • After you log in, you may need to click Get Started again.
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    The code is on the back of the V-Bucks card. You'll need to scratch off the security covering.
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    You'll see a list of all devices linked to your Epic Games account. Make sure to select the proper platform.
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    If you play on PC, Nintendo Switch, or mobile, the funds will be added to your account. You can now purchase skins and other items from the Shop .
    • If you play on Xbox or PlayStation, you'll receive a secondary code.
      • Log into the Microsoft or PlayStation website with the account linked to your Epic Games account.
      • Navigate to the Redeem Code (PlayStation) or Redeem (Xbox) section.
      • Enter the secondary code.
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Section 2 of 2:

Troubleshooting

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    On the top left of the V-Bucks card, you may find a country flag. This means the V-Bucks can only be redeemed by an account that matches the country.
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    If you're redeeming a card to use on a console, double-check that the console is registered to an Epic Games account. To check if your account is connected, do the following:
    • Log into the Epic Games website.
    • Click your profile icon in the top-right corner.
    • Click Account .
    • Click Apps and Accounts in the left panel.
    • Look for your platform.
      • If you see Connect under your platform, your accounts aren't synced. Click Connect to add it now.
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