Do V-Bucks bought on vbs.ar expire?

No. V-Bucks you buy on vbs.ar are credited to your Epic Games account and have no expiration.

What about Fortnite Crew V-Bucks?

The 1,000 monthly V-Bucks from Crew are also permanent and accumulate month to month.

Can I use old V-Bucks to buy new items?

Yes. V-Bucks don't distinguish when they were purchased. Accumulate and use freely.

What happens to my V-Bucks if Fortnite shuts down?

If Epic Games decided to close Fortnite (very hypothetical), there would likely be a refund period or compensation. It hasn't happened.

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Do V-Bucks expire?

No. V-Bucks don't have an expiration date. Once they're in your Epic Games account, they stay there indefinitely until you use them.

Do V-Bucks disappear if unused?

No. V-Bucks are permanent as long as your Epic Games account is active. It doesn't matter how long they go unused.

What happens to V-Bucks if I uninstall Fortnite?

Nothing. V-Bucks are tied to your Epic Games account, not the game installation. If you reinstall Fortnite, your V-Bucks are still there.

Do V-Bucks expire if I switch platforms?

No, as long as you use the same Epic Games account. V-Bucks are cross-platform: if you buy them on PC and switch to PlayStation, you still have your V-Bucks.

Exception: account closure

If Epic Games closes your account for violating terms of service, you'd lose your V-Bucks along with all account content. That's why it's important not to use unofficial methods.