Licensing
Getting started with Epic Online Services is straightforward. Find out about our free licensing options and benefits.
Free to use
Epic Online Services is for everyone in the gaming world, from the smallest developer to the largest publisher. Use the vast majority of our services today without royalty or hosting fees.Get started
Download the SDK
Download the latest Epic Online Services SDK for PC (C or C#), Android, or iOS. Console SDKs are available in the Developer Portal after requesting access.
Configure services
Log in to the Developer Portal using an Epic Games account to set up your product and use the SDK credentials to explore Epic Online Services.
Explore docs and samples
Check out the docs for technical details, how-to guides, and information on the samples included with the SDK.
Game Services
For game services like voice, achievements, matchmaking, and others, Epic processes the data only for the purpose of operating the services. Epic will not share partner data with any third parties or its internal game development and publishing teams without explicit authorization.
Account Services
For account services, Epic manages the authentication and data access flows for players that use their Epic Account in partner games. Epic only allows the account data to be used for the specifically permitted uses, as defined in the service addendum for Epic Account Services.
Kids Web Services*
Kids Web Services, which works alongside Epic Online Services, is built to enable safer experiences for young audiences at scale. Learn more about how to confidently navigate the complex global landscape of parental consent and age verification with these free services.*Separate license agreement.