How to Redeem Fortnite V-Bucks Card?

Karan | Published: January 17, 2025

Are you looking at a new V-Bucks card and wondering exactly how to add it to your Fortnite account? Whether you’re playing on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or mobile devices, I’ll walk you through the entire process on how to redeem a V-bucks card. This guide covers every platform’s specific requirements and potential challenges you might face.

The redemption steps vary depending on your platform – PC and mobile players can start using their V-Bucks right after redemption, while console players need to follow a few extra steps. Don’t worry though – I’ll break down each platform’s process clearly so you can get your V-Bucks without any issues.

Right now is actually a great time to redeem V-Bucks cards, since any card redemption until February 16, 2025, comes with a free Color Splash Jellie outfit for both regular and LEGO Fortnite. But before we get into that promotion, let’s make sure you know exactly how to redeem your card properly.

Before You Start

Before scratching that card, there are a few important things to keep in mind:

Hold onto your purchase receipt – you might need it if something goes wrong
Make sure you know which platform you want to use the V-Bucks on
Have your Epic Games account login information ready
Be careful when scratching the card to avoid damaging the PIN code

How to Redeem Your Fortnite V-Bucks Card?

Step 1: Log Into Your Epic Account: First, you’ll need to visit the Epic Games website and log in. If you’re a console player, you can use your PlayStation or Xbox login details. Just make sure your in-game name matches the Display Name in your Epic account settings.

v bucks card option in epic games website settings — Image Credit: Epic Games (Edited by GameTechAnime)

Step 2: Find the V-Bucks Card Section: Once you’re logged in, look for your display name in the top right corner of the screen. Click it and find the “V-Bucks Card” option. If you can’t find it, don’t worry – you can go straight to fortnite.com/vbuckscard instead.

entering v bucks card pin — Image Credit: Epic Games (Edited by GameTechAnime)

Step 3: Enter Your Card Details: Now comes the important part. Carefully scratch off the covering on your card to reveal the PIN code. Type it in exactly as shown, without any dashes or spaces. Take your time with this step – getting it wrong too many times might lock you out temporarily.
Step 4: Choose Your Platform: You’ll see a list of platforms where you can use your V-Bucks. This list only shows devices linked to your Epic account, so if you don’t see your preferred platform, double-check that you’re logged into the right account.

Platform-Specific Instructions

PC, Switch, and Mobile Users: If you’re playing on PC, Nintendo Switch, or mobile – the process is pretty straightforward. Once you confirm your redemption, the V-Bucks will show up in your account right away. Just start up Fortnite, and you’ll see your new balance.
PlayStation and Xbox Users: Console players need to take a few extra steps:
- After confirming your redemption, you’ll get a new code (either 12 or 25 characters)
- Epic will send this code to your email as a backup
- The website will direct you to either PlayStation or Xbox’s website
- Log into your console account (use an incognito window if you have multiple accounts)
- Enter the new code on your console’s store
- Wait a few minutes for the V-Bucks to appear in your account

Remember that V-Bucks from cards work just like any other V-Bucks in your account – you can use them for Battle Passes, skins, emotes, or anything else in the Item Shop. If you run into any issues during the redemption process, Epic Games support is usually pretty helpful, especially if you have your receipt and card information ready.