Sometimes, you just want to jump into a game of Fortnite without everyone on your friends list knowing you're online. Maybe you want to practice your building skills in peace, or perhaps you're just not in the mood to chat. Whatever the reason, you're probably wondering how to appear offline on Fortnite. The short answer is that there isn't a direct "appear offline" button in the game itself. However, there are a few simple tricks you can use to get some much-needed solo time.

I remember this one time I was really trying to complete a specific challenge that required a lot of focus. But every few minutes, I'd get an invite from a friend to join their party. It was sweet of them to think of me, but I just wanted to be left alone to get this challenge done. That's when I figured out these methods to play without anyone knowing.

How to Appear Offline on Fortnite

Here are a few ways you can appear offline and enjoy some uninterrupted gaming:

• Set Your Status to "Away": This is the easiest and most common way to appear offline. When you set your status to "Away," your friends will see that you're not available to play. To do this, simply open up your friends list in Fortnite, click on your own profile, and change your online status to "Away." It's that simple!
• Set Your Party to "Invite Only": This is another great way to control who you play with. When your party is set to "Invite Only," no one can join your party unless you specifically invite them. This is perfect for when you want to play a few solo matches or with a specific group of friends. I use this all the time when I just want to play a few rounds with my brother without a bunch of other people joining in.
• Use the Epic Games Launcher: You can also appear offline through the Epic Games Launcher itself. Before you even start Fortnite, open the Epic Games Launcher, click on your profile name in the top right corner, and select "Sign Out" or "Appear Offline." This will make you appear offline in all Epic Games, including Fortnite.

So, while there's no magic button to make you invisible in Fortnite, these workarounds will give you the privacy you're looking for. And if you're looking to change up your in-game look, you might be interested in our article on how to change my Fortnite name.

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