FTC Fortnite Refunds
The FTC won a refund program against Fortnite maker Epic Games for charging players for items they didn't want and locking accounts. The claim deadline was July 9, 2025, so new claims are no longer being accepted.
You were eligible to apply for a refund if you met any of these statements: You were charged in-game currency for items you didn’t want between January 2017 and September 2022 Your child made charges to your credit card without your knowledge between January 2017 and November 2018 Your account was locked between January 2017 and September 2022 after you complained to your credit card company about wrongful charges And you were at least 18 years old to complete the claim form . If you were not yet 18, a parent or guardian had to complete the claim form for you. Payout: In June 2025, the FTC sent 969,173 payments totaling more than $126 million to Fortnite players in the U.S. who were charged for unwanted purchases and filed a valid claim by February 14, 2025; the provided source does not state an individual estimated payout amount. No proof of purchase is required to file. Claim deadline: July 9, 2025. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 25, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You qualified if, between January 2017 and September 2022, Fortnite charged you in-game currency for items you didn't want or locked your account after you disputed a charge. Parents and guardians also qualified if their child made unauthorized credit card charges in Fortnite between January 2017 and November 2018. You had to be 18 or older to file yourself; minors needed a parent or guardian to file on their behalf.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
You were eligible to apply for a refund if you met any of these statements: You were charged in-game currency for items you didn’t want between January 2017 and September 2022 Your child made charges to your credit card without your knowledge between January 2017 and November 2018 Your account was locked between January 2017 and September 2022 after you complained to your credit card company about wrongful charges And you were at least 18 years old to complete the claim form . If you were not yet 18, a parent or guardian had to complete the claim form for you.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as No.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
Important dates
How hard is this claim to file?
Watch out for
- The claim deadline was July 9, 2025. That window is closed — there's no way to file now.
- To claim, you needed to be at least 18. If you were under 18, a parent or guardian had to complete the form for you.
- The FTC page didn't include the full claim form text or a per-person payout figure in the documents we reviewed.
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
This record no longer has an open public claim form — confirm the current status and any next steps on the official source.
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1Go to https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/refunds/fortnite-refunds to see whether payments have gone out or if anything else is required from you.
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2If you submitted a claim before July 9, 2025, watch your email and that FTC page for confirmation that your payment is on the way.
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open
- Court approval
- Payments sent You are here
- Distribution complete
Payments have started going out. Timing varies by claim — use the official source for your individual payment status.
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How we verified this record
Optional, but it's the whole point — every field below traces to a named official source we re-check on a schedule.
- Claim deadline the official government refund program page · Jun 25, 2026
- Payout details the official government refund program page · Jun 25, 2026
- Eligibility the official government refund program page · Jun 3, 2026
- Proof requirement the official government refund program page · Jun 3, 2026
- Payment status the official government refund program page · Jun 25, 2026
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Claim deadline
July 9, 2025
Verified Jun 25, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
What was the deadline to file a claim? The deadline to file a claim was July 9, 2025. The FTC is not accepting any new claims.
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Eligibility summary
You were eligible to apply for a refund if you met any of these statements: You were charged in-game currency for items you didn’t want between January 2017 and September 2022 Your child made charges to your credit card without your knowledge between January 2017 and November 2018 Your account was locked between January 2017 and September 2022 after you complained to your credit card company about wrongful charges And you were at least 18 years old to complete the claim form . If you were not yet 18, a parent or guardian had to complete the claim form for you.
Verified Jun 3, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
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Proof requirement
No
Verified Jun 3, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
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Payment status
Payment pending
Verified Jun 25, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
If you filed a claim after February 14, 2025, you don’t need to do anything else right now. The FTC is currently reviewing claims. We will update this page when we have more information.
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Estimated payout
In June 2025, the FTC sent 969,173 payments totaling more than $126 million to Fortnite players in the U.S. who were charged for unwanted purchases and filed a valid claim by February 14, 2025; the provided source does not state an individual estimated payout amount.
Verified Jun 25, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
In June 2025, the FTC sent 969,173 payments totaling more than $126 million to Fortnite players in the U.S. who were charged for unwanted purchases and filed a valid claim by February 14, 2025.
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No-claim explanation
The official FTC refund page says new claims are no longer accepted and existing claims are under review.
Verified Jun 3, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
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Case name
Fortnite Refunds
Verified Jun 25, 2026 · against the official government refund program page
Common questions
Is the FTC Fortnite settlement legitimate?
Yes — the FTC Fortnite settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. File only through the official settlement website (www.ftc.gov); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 25, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
You were eligible to apply for a refund if you met any of these statements: You were charged in-game currency for items you didn’t want between January 2017 and September 2022 Your child made charges to your credit card without your knowledge between January 2017 and November 2018 Your account was locked between January 2017 and September 2022 after you complained to your credit card company about wrongful charges And you were at least 18 years old to complete the claim form . If you were not yet 18, a parent or guardian had to complete the claim form for you.
How much can I get from the FTC Fortnite settlement?
In June 2025, the FTC sent 969,173 payments totaling more than $126 million to Fortnite players in the U.S. who were charged for unwanted purchases and filed a valid claim by February 14, 2025; the provided source does not state an individual estimated payout amount. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is July 9, 2025. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: No. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Payment pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will FTC Fortnite Refunds pay out?
Current payment status: Payment pending. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official FTC Fortnite Refunds claim form?
No claim form is needed — The official FTC refund page says new claims are no longer accepted and existing claims are under review. Never pay a fee to claim a settlement payment.
Can I still file a claim?
No. The claim deadline was July 9, 2025, and it has passed. The FTC is no longer accepting new claims for this program.
What did Epic Games do wrong?
The FTC found that Epic charged players in-game currency for items they didn't intend to buy, and in some cases locked accounts when players complained to their credit card companies about unauthorized charges.
Who ran this program? Is it legitimate?
It was run directly by the Federal Trade Commission at ftc.gov, not a third-party claims administrator. This is a U.S. government refund program, not a class-action lawsuit.
What if my child made the charges? Could I still file?
Yes, parents and guardians were covered if their child made unauthorized credit card charges in Fortnite between January 2017 and November 2018. A parent or guardian had to complete the claim form.
How much money would I have gotten?
The FTC didn't specify a per-person dollar amount upfront. The refund each person received depended on the number of valid claims submitted against the total fund.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
Not ready to file today? Track it free — we'll remind you 30, 14, 7, and 1 day before Jul 9, 2025, and keep your claim details in one place.
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Status history
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Disclaimer
SettleSignal summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.
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