Is a Nintendo eShop account the same as a Nintendo Account?

A Nintendo Account is used for Nintendo Switch online services (including the Nintendo Switch eShop), smart device applications (like Super Mario Run), off-device software purchases, and the My Nintendo loyalty service. A Nintendo Account is created off-device (through the Nintendo Account website).
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Is a Nintendo Account the same as an eShop account?

Nintendo Switch:

In order to use any of the system's online features (including access to the Nintendo Switch eShop), you must first create or link a Nintendo Account. Nintendo Switch eShop purchases are tied to your Nintendo Account. You can link your Nintendo Account to multiple Nintendo Switch consoles.
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Is Nintendo Account same as switch account?

A Nintendo Account is used for Nintendo Switch online services (including Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch), smart device applications (like Super Mario Run), off-device software purchases and the My Nintendo rewards programme. A Nintendo Account is created off-device (via http://accounts.nintendo.com).
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Can you use eShop without Nintendo Account?

You can purchase a game with existing funds, add funds directly when you buy the game, or redeem a Nintendo Switch Game Voucher to purchase eligible games. An Internet connection and Nintendo Account are required to access the Nintendo Switch eShop.
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What is a Nintendo eShop account?

A Nintendo Account is used for Nintendo Switch online services (including the Nintendo Switch eShop), smart device applications (like Super Mario Run), off-device software purchases, and the My Nintendo loyalty service. A Nintendo Account is created off-device (through the Nintendo Account website).
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How to create and link a Nintendo account for Nintendo Switch (2022)

What Nintendo Account do I have?

Select “User Settings”. Scroll down to the Nintendo Account section, then select "Check Account Information".
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Do I need a Nintendo Account to download games?

Is a Nintendo Network ID required to purchase games? A Nintendo Account is required to purchase games through the My Nintendo Store. The games you buy will be automatically downloaded to the system that is associated with your Nintendo Account.
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How do you get a Nintendo eShop account?

Complete these steps
  1. Go to the Nintendo Account website (accounts.nintendo.com).
  2. Click Create a Nintendo Account in the upper-right or towards the bottom of the page.
  3. Fill in the required information, then click Submit.
  4. You will be redirected to a page requesting your parent/guardian's email address.
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How does Nintendo eShop work?

You can purchase a game with existing funds and/or add funds directly when you buy the game. An internet connection and Nintendo Account are required to access Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch. Details of your Nintendo eShop transaction will be sent to the email address registered to your Nintendo Account.
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Can I have two different Nintendo accounts?

Up to 8 user accounts can be created on one console. On the HOME Menu, select "System Settings" → "Users" → "Add User". Select how you'd like to add a user. If you've already linked a Nintendo Account with a user on another console, you can select "Import User Data from Another Console".
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Do I need two Nintendo accounts?

Please note that you can register one primary console per Nintendo Account. Once you've registered a primary console, your digital purchases can be played by anyone that uses the primary console. Other players will not be able to access your digital games on a non-primary console.
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Are switch games tied to Nintendo Account?

Game save data and your digital games and downloadable content are tied to your Nintendo Account. We recommend that you transfer your user data from the original system to your replacement system. This will move your Nintendo Account, user profile, save data, and Nintendo eShop purchases to the replacement system.
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Can you have 2 Nintendo Accounts on 1 switch?

Please note that you can link up to 8 Nintendo Accounts to a single Nintendo Switch console. Games that you've purchased are playable by everyone on the active Nintendo Switch console for your Nintendo Account. You may find information about moving your Nintendo Account (and purchases) between consoles, helpful.
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How do I connect my Nintendo switch to eShop?

Complete these steps
  1. If you haven't already, set up an Internet connection on your system.
  2. Make sure your system has the latest system update.
  3. On the HOME menu, select the Nintendo eShop icon.
  4. Select OK, then select OK again.
  5. Select either Receive Notifications or Do Not Receive Notifications, then select OK.
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How much is a Nintendo Account?

A Nintendo Account can be created for free (no cost involved). Only users age 16 or older can create their own Nintendo Account. Accounts for children under age 16 can be added to a Nintendo Account family group by their parent/guardian. Parents/guardians can supervise Nintendo Accounts of any age.
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Do I have a Nintendo Account?

From the HOME Menu, select the System Settings icon, scroll down and select Users, select your User, then select Check Your Account Information—your Nintendo Account nickname will display.
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Why do I need a Nintendo online account?

Can I play Nintendo Switch games online without becoming a member of the service? A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to participate in co-op and competitive online features for many first- and third-party Nintendo Switch games, including Splatoon 2, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, ARMS, and Super Smash Bros.
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What games are linked to My Nintendo account?

Select the picture of your icon in the upper-right corner to access your Account Information. Select “Redownload”. A list of all of the software you've purchased that is not currently downloaded to the console will appear. Only software purchased with your Nintendo Account will appear on this list.
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Can you have two Nintendo Accounts on one email?

Only a single email address can be linked to one Nintendo Account. If the email address you have entered is already registered, it cannot be used again. Alternatively, this can occur if you are trying to sign in with a Nintendo Network ID.
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Can two people use the same Nintendo online account?

Players using a family membership can access the Nintendo Switch Online service via the same Nintendo Switch system or multiple systems – everyone does not have to use the same system. Multiple users on the same console are not automatically covered by a family membership.
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Why can't I link My Nintendo account?

The date of birth listed for the Nintendo Network ID must match the date of birth for the Nintendo Account you're trying to link to. You cannot link a Nintendo Network ID if the country of residence setting does not match that of the Nintendo Account you're trying to link to.
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Can you play games you bought on Nintendo eShop on another Switch?

You can play digital games you've purchased on any Nintendo Switch console that has been linked to your Nintendo Account. Please note that you can register one primary console per Nintendo Account. Once you've registered a primary console, your digital purchases can be played by anyone that uses the primary console.
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Can two Nintendo switches share games?

All user accounts on your primary Nintendo Switch console can play games you've purchased with your Nintendo Account. If you have linked your Nintendo Account to more than one Nintendo Switch console, on non-primary consoles only your Nintendo Account can access your digital games.
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Does Nintendo eShop expire?

With prepaid gift cards, your customers can also purchase DLC and season passes. Nintendo eShop codes have no expiration date and can be used at any time.
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