Can you recover data from a broken Switch?

An active Nintendo Switch Online membership is also required. In the event of loss or damage, contact Nintendo Customer Support, and a representative can help you restore the island and user save data on your new or repaired Nintendo Switch console (standard charges apply for non-warranty repairs).
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Can you transfer games from a broken Switch?

If you do not have access to the original console, you can still transfer your Nintendo Account and digital games to a different Nintendo Switch console and make that console your account's primary console.
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Is there a way to recover save data on Switch?

Previously backed up save data is automatically restored when re-downloading software from the Nintendo eShop. You can also restore save data using the Save-Data Backup option within Data Management.
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What happens to my downloaded games if my Switch breaks?

All digital content you buy is associated with your Nintendo Account, so all you have to do is sign back in to your account. If you go to the eShop and find the option that says 'Redownload Content,' you'll find a list of every game you have purchased and any DLC you have (DLC will be bundled with the game it's for).
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What do I do if my Nintendo Switch is broken?

What to do
  1. Unplug the AC adapter from both the wall and dock/console. Leave unplugged for 30 seconds to reset the AC adapter.
  2. Hold down the POWER Button. ...
  3. Release the POWER Button. ...
  4. Plug the AC adapter back into the outlet then into the console.
  5. Press the POWER Button once.
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I Bought 23 BROKEN Nintendo Switches - Can I Fix Them and Make Money?

Does Nintendo repair Switch for free?

If your product issue is covered under our warranty, you won't pay a fee. Otherwise, repairs are considered out of warranty (and not covered) when: Your product is no longer covered by the Nintendo warranty. Your screen is broken.
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How long does it take to fix a broken Nintendo Switch?

Depending on the type of service in or out of warranty, your repair might take up to 14 working days.
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Is Switch save data stored on SD card?

On Nintendo Switch, game save data is stored on the console's System Memory. This will not change whether downloadable software or software from a game card is being played. Game save data cannot be saved or copied to a microSD card… the game progress will be wiped.
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How do I get my downloaded games back on my new Switch?

Open the Nintendo eShop with the Nintendo Account that purchased the game. Select the icon in the upper-right corner to access your Account Information. Highlight Redownload on the left side of the screen. A list of titles you've purchased will appear.
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Are Switch digital games tied to your account?

Digital games are tied to the Nintendo Account that was used to purchase them. All users on a console will be able to play games purchased by any Nintendo Account that has registered the console as their primary console.
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How do I transfer data from a lost Switch?

Select System Settings from the HOME Menu. Select Data Management, and then Transfer Your Save Data. Select Receive Save Data. Important: If there is existing save data for the same software on the target system, you can either cancel the transfer or select Overwrite Save Data to continue.
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How do I restore my SD card from a Switch?

Once formatted, the information on the microSD card cannot be recovered. If screenshots or videos are stored on the microSD card, be sure to first back up the information on a computer. If downloadable software was saved to the microSD card, it can be redownloaded using the same Nintendo Account it was purchased with.
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Is there cloud saves on Switch?

The vast majority of Nintendo Switch titles support Save Data Cloud backup for players with a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Online features (such as Nintendo Switch Online app and Save Data Cloud compatibility) are always identified in the Nintendo eShop and in the game's product information on www.nintendo.com.
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Can you transfer games from one Switch to another without losing data?

From the HOME Menu, select “System Settings” > “Data Management” > “Transfer Your Save Data.” Select “Send Save Data to Another Console,” then select the user whose save data file you wish to transfer. Select the save data file for the software title you want to send to another console. Select “Send Save Data.”
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How do I backup my Switch save games?

Back up your data:
  1. Select System Settings from the Main Menu.
  2. Select Data Management.
  3. Select Save Data Cloud.
  4. Select your user account.
  5. Select Settings.
  6. Select Automatic Save-Data Backup.
  7. Switch this feature to ON if it is off.
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Can I transfer my Switch data to another SD card?

Insert the new microSD card into your Nintendo Switch.

That's all there is to upgrading to another microSD card while still having the same game data. With the new microSD card in place, you're ready to start playing even more of the best Nintendo Switch games.
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How do I access my Switch save data on my computer?

Insert the microSD card with the Nintendo Switch data into the microSD card reader/writer. Open Windows Explorer (for PC) and access the microSD card. Highlight the data and drag it to the desktop.
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Does removing SD card from Switch delete data?

Archiving games and applications on your Nintendo Switch will free up storage space on the console, but it will not delete the data from the SD card. If you replace the SD card with a larger one, you will need to re-download any archived games or applications in order to access them.
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Does Nintendo fix broken joy cons?

For your convenience, Nintendo offers a quick and easy-to-use online repair process. (This repair will be for your non-working Joy-Con controller only and is available in the U.S. and Canada only.) If you are located in a different country, contact the nearest Authorized Service Center in your region.
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Does the Nintendo store do repairs?

Please note: Nintendo only repairs systems, games, and accessories made by Nintendo. We do not repair licensed product for use on our systems or licensed merchandise that are made by other companies. To identify whether a product is made by Nintendo, check the product packaging or the item itself.
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Can GameStop repair my Nintendo Switch?

GameStop primarily focuses on the retail sale of video games, consoles, and related accessories. They may offer some basic console repair services, such as cleaning or minor troubleshooting, but they are not known for extensive console repair services.
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Does Nintendo Switch have lifetime warranty?

Nintendo systems carry a standard 12-month warranty, which is one of the longest standard warranties in the video game industry. Games and accessories sold individually carry a three-month warranty. Please see the Complete Warranty Text for full warranty details.
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How do I send items to Nintendo for repair?

How to Package a Repair
  1. Complete a repair letter to include in the box. The letter should include: ...
  2. Prepare your items and box for shipping. Unless the repair requires them, remove all games and any additional accessories. ...
  3. Add the shipping address to the box. ...
  4. Add your return address and repair order number.
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How long do Switch cloud saves last?

Is my save data retained if my Nintendo Switch Online membership ends? If your Nintendo Switch Online membership expires, you won't be able to access your Save Data Cloud backups. However, Nintendo will allow users who resubscribe within 180 days to access their previous Save Data Cloud backups.
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Where is Switch save data stored?

On Nintendo Switch, game save data is stored on the console's System Memory. This will not change whether downloadable software or software from a game card is being played. Game save data cannot be saved or copied to a microSD card.
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