Use a wired Ethernet connection instead of Wi-Fi
Pause and close any other downloads or streaming on your network
Restart your router and modem
Restart your PC, console, or launcher
Make sure Fortnite and your launcher are fully closed before updating
Set your device to use the fastest available DNS
Change your download region to the nearest server if possible
Disable VPNs and proxies
Free up disk space before updating
Close background apps using bandwidth
Set your device to High Performance mode
Update your launcher or console system software
Clear the Epic Games Launcher cache if you are on PC
Try updating during off-peak hours
Use a faster storage drive if installing on PC
Verify your game files if the update is stuck
Reinstall the launcher if update speeds stay unusually slow