You created a new Epic account, launched Fortnite and got banned again within minutes. That is the sign of a hardware ban, also called an HWID ban. This guide explains how Fortnite HWID bans work and how to fix one with our permanent HWID spoofer.
What Is an HWID Ban on Fortnite?
An HWID ban does not target your account. It targets your computer. When a ban is issued, the anti-cheat records identifiers from your hardware, such as motherboard and disk serials. Every new account you create on that PC is linked back to the same hardware, and gets banned too.
Signs You Have an HWID Ban
- A brand-new account gets banned shortly after your first match
- The ban message appears even though you never played on that account
- Friends can play normally on their PC with the same account, but not on yours
Why a New Account Won't Fix It
Creating accounts, reinstalling Fortnite or even reinstalling Windows does not change your hardware serials. The anti-cheat still sees the same PC. To play again, those identifiers need to change.
How an HWID Spoofer Fixes a Fortnite Ban
An HWID spoofer replaces the banned hardware identifiers with new ones, so the game sees a clean machine. There are two kinds:
- Temporary spoofers: change IDs only until you reboot, and must run before every session.
- Permanent spoofers: change the IDs once, for good, with no loader to run each time.
Our Permanent Spoofer uses legitimate serials and includes an SMBIOS Fixer to handle motherboard serials and SMBIOS tables. It works on desktops and laptops, on Windows 10 and 11 Home or Pro.
Step-by-Step: Getting Back Into Fortnite
- Step 1: Stop using the banned account and create a fresh Epic account.
- Step 2: Run the permanent spoofer following the setup guide from support.
- Step 3: Restart your PC and log in with the new account.
- Step 4: Play normally. If you plan to use a cheat, pick a maintained one.
Avoid a Second Ban
Most repeat bans come from repeating the same mistake. Avoid free cheats, keep your settings subtle and check the status page after every Fortnite update. Our Fortnite hack is built for third-person combat and is fully streamproof. For more on the risks, read HWID spoofer risks: why free spoofers fail.
Does It Work on Other Games?
Yes. The same spoofer supports Fortnite, Rust (including TPM), Apex Legends, every Call of Duty, Rainbow Six Siege, Marvel Rivals, Battlefield, Escape from Tarkov and Dead by Daylight. Every purchase includes a money-back guarantee. Unban your PC with the Permanent Spoofer.
Related Tools
Want to reset your disk identity anytime? See our No HWID SSD. Also playing Apex? Our Apex Legends cheat supports controllers natively. For DMA, Fortnite requires Shield DMA firmware.