Fortnite
Last updated: March 2026
Scoring Categories
Age Verification
Epic Games account with parental consent flow for under-13 accounts.
DM Restrictions
Friend requests can be restricted. No open DM system.
Abuse Response Time
In-game reporting with dedicated review team. Improving response times.
Parental Controls
Cabined Accounts offer strong restrictions including voice chat controls.
Offender Removal
Account bans enforced. Hardware bans for repeat offenders.
Known Grooming Tactics on This Platform
Party Finder exploitation
Predators use the Party Finder system to join groups with young players and initiate voice conversations.
V-Bucks gifting manipulation
Groomers gift in-game items or currency to establish trust and create a sense of obligation.
Squad fill targeting
Predators repeatedly queue into squad fill to connect with young players through voice chat.
Parental Control Setup Guide
- 1
Set up a Cabined Account for children under 13 through Epic Games parental controls.
- 2
Disable voice chat or set it to "Friends only" under Settings > Audio.
- 3
Turn off "Auto-fill" for squads to prevent matching with unknown players.
- 4
Set up a parental PIN for purchases and friend requests.
Report a Concern
If you've witnessed predatory behavior or a safety issue on Fortnite, submit a report below. All reports are reviewed by our research team.