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Mandatory Binding Arbitration

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Why it matters

Arbitration removes your right to a public court trial and limits your ability to hold Epic accountable through the legal system, which can significantly disadvantage consumers.

Consumer impact

Epic Games' Terms of Service significantly limit consumer rights by establishing that all game content is licensed (not owned) and can be revoked, and by requiring mandatory arbitration that waives your right to sue in court or join a class action. Parents and guardians are held financially responsible for purchases made by minors on shared or linked accounts. You can opt out of the mandatory arbitration clause by sending written notice to Epic Games Legal (legal@epicgames.com) within 30 days of first accepting these Terms.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Opt Out of Arbitration
    Within 30 days
    Within 30 days of first accepting Epic's Terms of Service, send a written notice to legal@epicgames.com stating that you opt out of the arbitration agreement. Include your account name and a clear statement of your intent to opt out.

Applicable agencies

  • FTC
    The FTC monitors unfair or deceptive trade practices, including mandatory arbitration clauses that may disadvantage consumers.
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Provision details

Document information
Document
Epic Games Terms of Service
Entity
Epic Games
Document last updated
March 24, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 24, 2026
Last verified
March 24, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-000636
Document ID
CA-D-00087
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Entity: Epic Games | Document: Epic Games Terms of Service | Record: CA-P-000636
Captured: 2026-03-24 07:18:00 UTC | SHA-256: 526cc58012bddb54…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/epic-games/epic-games-terms-of-service/mandatory-binding-arbitration/
Accessed: April 4, 2026
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