What happens if I delete save data on Switch?

All data such as user Information, Internet settings, received game news and data stored during console use will be deleted. *The system version of the console will not be reset. *Linked Nintendo Accounts will not be deleted. (They will be unlinked, however.)
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What happens if I delete save data on Nintendo Switch?

Does deleting Nintendo Switch save data completely erase the game? No, the game will not be uninstalled from the console but all your game data from the game will be deleted.
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Will deleting save data on one Switch delete it on another?

Your save data will be deleted on the source console. *Save data is stored on the console you're currently using. In order to play games with your latest save data on multiple systems, you'll need to transfer the save data each time you use a different console.
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Will I lose my progress if I delete a game on Switch?

Deleting software data will not impact your save data. Once deleted, software can be redownloaded using the same Nintendo Account with which it was purchased. If a microSD card is inserted, the save location will default to the microSD card when downloading or redownloading software.
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Can you recover deleted 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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How do I restore my Nintendo save data?

From the HOME Menu, tap System Settings, and then Open. Tap Data Management. Tap Nintendo 3DS, and then tap Save-Data Backup. Tap Restore.
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Does deleting a game delete save file?

When you delete a PS5 game, the data associated with it is saved in case you want to reinstall the game in future. But, if you definitely don't want to play the game again, you can delete the game file, and free up some extra space, as follows: Go to the home screen. Select 'Settings'.
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Does deleting a game delete its data?

Uninstalling the game will not delete any of your data and yes, you can always reinstall them back anytime because you already owned those games digitally. It will sync back your progress again once you get to the game. No problem at all and no worries about it, everything is stored to your profile and cloud.
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How do I free up space on my Nintendo Switch?

To free up space in the System Memory, go to Systems Settings → Data Management → Delete Save Data. Software data (including downloaded software, software updates, and screenshots) can be stored on the System Memory or on a microSD card. For general information about data management on Nintendo Switch, click here.
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Can you have the same save data on two switches?

You can't have data on both consoles at the same time—unless you pay for Nintendo Switch Online—so make sure you're ready to move before you commit. You can have multiple profiles on a single Switch, and not every profile has to be associated with a Nintendo account.
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Does save data transfer to a new Switch?

Both systems must be connected to the Internet. The same Nintendo Account must be linked to a user on both systems to transfer save data. Save data can only be transferred between users that are linked to the same Nintendo Account. The systems must be placed near each other.
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Is it better to archive or delete games on Switch?

if you archive a game in your nintendo switch it'll delete the game's data, but leaves the icon and save data. using the delete option also leaves the save data, but deletes the icon. this difference is to make re-installing easier if you pick the archive option.
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Will I lose save data if I change SD cards Switch?

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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How long does save data last on Nintendo Switch?

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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Is 32GB enough for switch?

If you're planning on downloading many games, you probably want a high-capacity card like a 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB microSD card. You'll be able to store more than enough games and they'll load faster since they're higher performance cards. For moderate use, a 32GB or 64GB microSD card will work.
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What does archiving a game on switch do?

How to Archive Switch Games. First of all, you can archive a game. This will remove all the data of the game from your system, but keep the icon on your home menu so that you can easily redownload it again in the future. Or maybe just to have loads and loads of game icons to show off a bit.
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Is there a 2TB microSD card?

If you need a ridiculous amount of storage space in a very small package, then you'll be happy to hear that the first 2TB microSD card has now gone on sale.
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How do I get my game progress back?

Some games autosave your progress when you're signed in with Google Play Games Mobile App. If your game autosaves, you can sync your game data and pick up where you left off. If you get a new Android phone, to restore game progress, sign in to the same account you used before.
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Will Game Center save my progress?

You can use iCloud and Game Center to keep your progress, high scores, and game saves up-to-date across your devices. If you're signed in to the same iCloud and Game Center accounts and download Apple Arcade games from the App Store on all of your devices, you can access your game saves and progress on all of them.
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Where is switch save data stored?

[Switch] Where is the save data from my games stored? Game save data is stored in the system memory. It is not stored on game cards.
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How do you delete save data for one user on Nintendo Switch?

Complete these steps

Select the game title for which you want to delete the save data. Select the user whose save data you want to delete, or select Delete All Save Data for this Software to delete the save data for all users. Select Delete Save Data to confirm.
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Does save data save to Nintendo Account?

Save data is linked to your Nintendo Account, so you can access it by signing in. If you move to a new system, you can pick up right where you left off in your game by downloading your data. Automatic backup is enabled by default. You can change this in the Nintendo Switch system settings.
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Why did my switch delete my data?

Check that you have selected the correct user if there are multiple user accounts on the console. Important: If a user account has been deleted, all save data associated to that user will also be deleted and cannot be recovered.
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What is save data cloud on Nintendo Switch?

Save Data Cloud Backup: This feature on Nintendo Switch Online automatically backs up your game save data to the cloud. You can also manually back up your saves at any time.
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