How does Epic Games know my age?

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and verification platform, for this service. SuperAwesome offers several ways to verify that you are an adult depending on which country your child is in.

Why does Epic Games need my age?

Why do we need your date of birth? We ask for your date of birth to help you have a safe and fun experience whatever your age.

How do I change my age on Epic Games?

You can modify any Parental Controls setting by signing into the Epic Account Portal or going into the Fortnite Parental Controls menu and selecting Parental Controls. Enter your six-digit PIN at the prompt and then proceed to choose the desired on/off state for each setting.

Does Epic Games take your information?

Epic does not sell the personal information we collect. We do, however, disclose personal information as described in this policy (see “How Do We Share Information?”

Do you have to be 18 for Epic Games?

Parents must consent to allow their child access to these limitations. If your child is under 13, they require parental consent to use certain features in the Epic Games Store. Epic's services include access to the Epic Games Store and Epic- owned games such as Fortnite, Rocket League and Fall Guys.

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Is it illegal to play Fortnite under 13?

You know your child best and can use this information to make an informed decision about whether Fortnite is appropriate or your child. However, children under the age of 13 automatically receive a cabined account through the Epic Games Store. You must give parental permission for them to access all in-game features.

Why does Epic Games need SSN?

However, according to the official blog by Epic Games, this is being done to ensure that the person creating the account is, in fact, an adult. Since the Social Security Number or credit/debit card information will provide irrefutable proof of age, it is a failsafe mechanic, for the most part.

Why is Fortnite asking for my age?

What is this? Epic Games recently instituted a new system called “cabined accounts.” Cabined accounts allow players under the age of 13 to play Fortnite and various other Epic-published titles with some restrictions, so the game needs your age to know whether your account should be cabined.

Does Epic Games know your IP address?

Epic Games identifies you by your IP address and blocks your IP from accessing their servers if you've broken any of their rules.

Is Epic Games account secure?

Two-Factor authentication allows you to require a code from a device you own before you can login, this makes it much more difficult for someone to gain unauthorized access. We currently support email, SMS and app based 2FA. Get protected now. Be sure to also protect your accounts for other services too.

Can a 12 year old have an Epic Games account?

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The account will remain this way until the child hits 13 or reaches the “age of digital consent” in their region. These are the features you can expect to have turned off with a cabined account: Communicating with other players using voice chat or free text chat. Purchasing items with money.

Can an 11 year old have an Epic Games account?

If someone indicates they are under 13 or their country's age of digital consent, whichever is higher, their account will be a Cabined Account and they will be asked to provide a parent or guardian's email address to begin the parental consent process.

How do I bypass Parental Controls on Epic Games?

Once in the main Parental Control section, you will find numerous settings that you can tweak. For now, go ahead and press the 'Disable' button. Once the prompt appears, press 'Confirm' to turn off Parental Controls in Fortnite.

Is Epic Games age verification legit?

Epic has partnered with SuperAwesome, the leading parental consent and verification platform, for this service. SuperAwesome offers several ways to verify that you are an adult depending on which country your child is in. The information provided is only used for verification purposes and is not saved.

How do I bypass birthday on Fortnite?

According to Epic Games, the best way to get around the "Fortnite stuck on Birthday screen" issue is by pressing a certain button on the controller. Pressing X on Xbox, Square on PlayStation, and Y on Nintendo Switch platforms confirms the DOB after it has been entered.

Why does Epic Games want my ID?

The purpose of this verification system is to stop children from playing Fortnite without the consent of their parents/guardians. The developers do not want children to misrepresent their age or identity and wrongly spend V-Bucks on cosmetics and skins.

Does Epic Games ask for date of birth?

“We ask for your date of birth to enable us to apply settings that ensure the best experience for all players. Depending on your age and the country where you live, some features or content may not be available to you until you are older or until you have permission from a parent or guardian.”

What can Epic friends see?

Can your IP be pulled on Fortnite?

Fortnite is one of the most popular online games, with millions of players all over the world. But if you break Fortnite's rules (or its Terms of Service), your IP address might get banned, which means you can't play Fortnite anymore.

Should I let my 17 year old play Fortnite?

The Entertainment Software Ratings Board rates Fortnite “T” for teen, which means ages 13 and up. Common Sense Media, an Understood founding partner, also recommends the game for kids 13 and up, because of its action violence and open chat. This is a good starting point. However, you know your child best.

Is it weird for a 30 year old to play Fortnite?

Fortnite is not just a teenagers' game

Although Epic Games' Battle Royale is dominated by teenagers, players of almost all age groups enjoy the game. It is a great way to relax after a long day of work, and many adults love to play the game.

How do I stop being a Fortnite kid?

Is Epic Games parental permission legit?

Yes! Once an account has been approved, it is treated much like any other Epic account, with access to approved games (such as Fortnite, Fall Guys, and Rocket League), approved communications and social features (such as chat and friends lists), and other Epic services (such as access to the Epic Games Store).

What happens if you don't know your Epic Games account?

From the lobby, open the main menu in the top left corner. Select settings after clicking on the gear icon. Select the account page. Your Epic Account ID can be found under the Account Info.

Is it safe to share Epic ID?

Please never share your Epic account details with anyone.