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Moderate
Fortnite · Gaming
Generic connection error, unable to connect to Fortnite servers
Quick Answer
Error code 0 on your Fortnite Gaming means: Generic connection error, unable to connect to Fortnite servers. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Likely Causes
  1. Epic Games servers are temporarily down or unreachable
  2. Your internet connection is not working properly
  3. DNS resolution for Epic Games domains is failing
  4. Firewall or security software is blocking Fortnite connections
How to Fix It
1
Check your internet connection by loading a website in your browser
2
Restart your router and modem
3
Check status.epicgames.com for any outage reports
4
Flush your DNS cache (on Windows: ipconfig /flushdns) and try switching DNS to 8.8.8.8
5
Add Fortnite and the Epic Games Launcher to your firewall and antivirus exception lists
6
Restart your device and relaunch the game
Pro Tip
This fix requires some technical knowledge. If you're unsure about any step, consider contacting support or a qualified technician.
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