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rebootpy provides several authentication methods to connect your bot to Epic Games services. Each method has different use cases and requirements.

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Available Authentication Methods

The recommended authentication method for production bots. Device authentication uses stored credentials that persist across sessions. 
import rebootpy

bot = commands.Bot(
    command_prefix='!',
    auth=rebootpy.DeviceAuth(
        device_id='your_device_id',
        account_id='your_account_id',
        secret='your_secret'
    )
)
Learn more about DeviceAuth

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AdvancedAuth (Best for Getting Started)

A flexible authentication method that tries multiple authentication strategies automatically. Perfect for development and getting started quickly. 
import rebootpy

bot = commands.Bot(
    command_prefix='!',
    auth=rebootpy.AdvancedAuth(
        prompt_device_code=True,
        open_link_in_browser=True
    )
)
Learn more about AdvancedAuth

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DeviceCodeAuth

Authenticate using device code flow. Opens a browser for login and doesn’t require copying codes manually. 
import rebootpy

bot = commands.Bot(
    command_prefix='!',
    auth=rebootpy.DeviceCodeAuth(
        open_link_in_browser=True
    )
)
Learn more about DeviceCodeAuth

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AuthorizationCodeAuth

Authenticate using a one-time authorization code from Epic Games. 
import rebootpy

bot = commands.Bot(
    command_prefix='!',
    auth=rebootpy.AuthorizationCodeAuth(
        code='your_authorization_code'
    )
)
Learn more about AuthorizationCodeAuth

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ExchangeCodeAuth

Authenticate using an exchange code. Requires custom solutions to obtain the code. 
import rebootpy

bot = commands.Bot(
    command_prefix='!',
    auth=rebootpy.ExchangeCodeAuth(
        code='your_exchange_code'
    )
)
Learn more about ExchangeCodeAuth

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Comparison

MethodEase of UseProduction ReadyRequires Manual InputPersists Across Sessions
DeviceAuthMediumYesNo (after initial setup)Yes
AdvancedAuthHighYesOptionalYes (auto-generates device auth)
DeviceCodeAuthHighYesYes (browser login)No
AuthorizationCodeAuthMediumNoYes (copy code)No
ExchangeCodeAuthLowNoYes (custom solution)No

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Quick Start Recommendation

  1. For Development: Start with AdvancedAuth or DeviceCodeAuth for the easiest setup
  2. For Production: Use DeviceAuth with stored credentials for reliability
  3. Migration Path: Use AdvancedAuth to automatically generate device auth credentials, then switch to DeviceAuth

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Common Attributes

All authentication methods provide these attributes:
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authorization
str
The Authorization header for use with Fortnite endpoints. Use this if you’re making HTTP requests that aren’t already implemented.
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account_id
str
The account ID of the authenticated user.

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Security Best Practices

Never commit authentication credentials to version control. Use environment variables or secure credential storage.
  • Store device auth credentials securely
  • Use environment variables for sensitive data
  • Rotate credentials periodically
  • Monitor for unauthorized access
  • When device auth is compromised, reset your Epic Games password to invalidate all device auths

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