How to Enable Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 in Fortnite

Cheaters have always been a problem in Fortnite, and honestly most online games deal with the same thing. Easy Anti-Cheat has been doing its job in the background for a while now, but some people still find ways around it. So Epic Games decided to take things a step further by requiring all PC players to have Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 enabled before they can even launch the game. These are security features built into your computer that help make sure nothing shady is running on your system while you play. If you're seeing an error or getting blocked from playing, this guide will show you exactly how to get both settings turned on so you can jump back in.

How to Enable Secure Boot in Fortnite

Before you start messing around in your BIOS, check whether Secure Boot is already turned on first. There's a good chance it might be and you won't need to do anything at all.

Here's how to check:

Open the Run dialog by pressing Windows + R, type msinfo32, and press Enter. That'll pull up your System Information window. Look under System Summary for an entry called Secure Boot State. If it says On, you're already set and can skip this section entirely.

If it says Off, that's why Fortnite is blocking you from playing competitive modes. You'll need to go into your BIOS to flip it on, which means restarting your PC and entering the BIOS menu during boot. Fair warning — the process varies depending on your motherboard manufacturer, and in some cases you might also need to switch your BIOS mode from Legacy to UEFI before the Secure Boot option even shows up. It sounds more intimidating than it actually is, but if you've never touched your BIOS before, take it slow and follow the steps carefully.

How to Enable TPM 2.0 in Fortnite

The good news is that if you're on Windows 11, TPM 2.0 is almost certainly already enabled since Microsoft made it a requirement for that operating system. Where things get tricky is if you're still running Windows 10 — there's a decent chance it might be turned off.

To check, press Windows + R, type tpm.msc, and hit Enter. A TPM Management window will pop up. Look at the Status section — if it says The TPM is ready to use, you're all good and don't need to touch anything.

If it says it's not ready, you've got some work ahead of you. Before jumping into the BIOS to turn it on, you'll want to verify your drive's partition style first because TPM needs your system running on GPT, not MBR.

Here's how to check that:
Right-click the Start button and open Disk Management. Find your C: drive, right-click it, and go to Properties. Head to the Hardware tab, click Properties again, then go to the Volumes tab. You'll see your Partition Style listed there.

If it already says GPT, you're in the clear and can go straight to enabling TPM through your BIOS. If it says MBR, you'll need to convert it to GPT first. This is where things get a little risky — converting your partition style can cause data loss if something goes wrong, so back up everything important before you start. Seriously, don't skip that step.

Once your partition style is sorted, the actual process of enabling TPM in your BIOS depends on what motherboard you're using. Every manufacturer handles it a little differently, so your best bet is to look up your specific motherboard model on the manufacturer's website and follow their instructions. It's not a one-size-fits-all process, but once it's done, Fortnite should stop giving you problems.

FAQs

What happens if I don't enable Secure Boot and TPM 2.0?

You won't be able to play competitive Fortnite on PC. Epic Games made both of these requirements mandatory, so if either one is turned off on your system, the game will block you from queuing into matches until you get them sorted.

Will enabling Secure Boot or TPM 2.0 delete my files?

Enabling Secure Boot on its own won't touch your files. TPM 2.0 is the same way as long as your partition style is already GPT. The only time your data is at risk is if you need to convert from MBR to GPT, which is why backing everything up before doing that is so important.

Do I need both Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 or just one?

You need both. Having just one enabled isn't enough — Epic requires both settings to be active on your system before you can play.

Does this affect console players?

No. These requirements only apply to PC players. If you're on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch, none of this applies to you and you can keep playing normally.

Can I get banned for not having Secure Boot or TPM 2.0 enabled?

You won't get banned, but you simply won't be able to launch into competitive modes. The game checks your system before letting you in, and if the requirements aren't met, it blocks access until you fix the issue. No ban, just no entry.

Conclusion

Getting Secure Boot and TPM 2.0 enabled might feel like a hassle, but it's a one-time setup that takes a few minutes at most. Once both settings are turned on, you won't have to think about them again and you can get back to playing Fortnite without any interruptions. If you run into any trouble during the process, just take it slow and make sure to back up your data before making any changes to your partition style.