Why can't I link a Nintendo Account to my switch?

Linking a Nintendo Account to a Nintendo Network ID is not possible in the following cases: The Nintendo Network ID belongs to a user who is under 13 years of age. The country information registered to the Nintendo Network ID does not match with information registered to the Nintendo Account.
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How do I link My Nintendo ID to my switch?

Linking procedure

Connect your console to the Internet. From the HOME Menu, select your user icon to access your user page. Select "Profile" → "Link Nintendo Account", and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Why can't i add users to My Nintendo Switch?

Up to 8 user accounts can be created on Nintendo Switch. If the "Add User" option does not appear, there are already 8 user accounts on the system. You will need to delete an existing user before you can add another one.
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How do I add another Nintendo Account to my switch?

Adding a user

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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Why is link a Nintendo Network ID not working?

Verify that you are entering your Nintendo Network ID correctly. Verify that you are entering your Nintendo Network account password correctly. If an error message appears that says the region settings do not match, you will need to correct the system's region settings and try again.
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How To Fix Nintendo Switch Error 2155-8006 - Unable To Link Nintendo Account To Console

Is my Nintendo Network ID my Nintendo account?

Nintendo Accounts and Nintendo Network IDs are used for different purposes. 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.
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Is Nintendo Network ID connected to Switch?

Additionally, a Nintendo Network ID can be linked to a Nintendo Account so that any unused funds balance can be used on Nintendo Switch.
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Is linking a Nintendo Account free?

* In order to use online features on the Nintendo Switch, a Nintendo Account must be linked with a user account on your console. Use the "Create a Nintendo Account" button on the Nintendo homepage to create a free account.
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Can you unlink a Nintendo Account from a Switch?

To unlink a single Nintendo Account from a Nintendo Switch console, delete the associated user account. To unlink all Nintendo Accounts from a Nintendo Switch console, initialize the Nintendo Switch console.
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Does linking a Nintendo Account delete save data?

If you have save data backups stored to the Save Data Cloud service, you will be able to download them once you create a new user and link to it your Nintendo Account. All software saved on the microSD card, except for screenshots, will become unusable. (Data on the microSD card will not be deleted.)
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How many Nintendo Accounts can you link to a 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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Can each user on a switch have their own Nintendo Account?

Each individual player on Nintendo Switch can create their own user account (up to 8 per system), to manage personal settings and save data. Accessing online game modes (online multiplayer, global rankings, etc.)
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Why can't other accounts on my switch play my games?

Please note that you can set one console per Nintendo Account as your primary console. If you change the primary console for your Nintendo Account, your games will not be playable by others on the system unless you make it the primary one again for your Nintendo Account.
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Will I lose my games if I delete a user on switch?

Deleting a Nintendo Account will result in loss of all data associated to it, including: Digital content that you purchased or redeemed with your Nintendo Account, including in-app content. Save data of apps linked to your Nintendo Account. Mission status, points, and rewards in the My Nintendo rewards program.
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What happens when you link a Nintendo Account?

Each individual player on Nintendo Switch can create their own user account (up to 8 per system), to manage personal settings and save data. Linking a Nintendo Account to a user account also provides access to the following online features: Access online game modes (online multiplayer, global rankings, DLC, etc)
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How do I merge Nintendo Accounts?

No. It is not possible to combine multiple Nintendo Accounts together, or to add additional members to a Nintendo Account (including the My Nintendo service). Anyone wishing to create a Nintendo Account and/or join the My Nintendo service will need to create a new account.
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What happens if I delete my Nintendo account?

After the deactivation period has passed, your Nintendo Account will be deleted permanently and you will lose all your data associated with it, such as: Mission status, points and rewards in the My Nintendo rewards programme. Digital content you purchased in apps linked to your Nintendo Account.
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Does each child need a Nintendo Account?

A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem My Nintendo points. Parents and guardians can create and manage individual Nintendo Accounts for children ages 12 and younger.
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Does each family member need their own Nintendo Account?

If the parent account purchases an Individual Membership, then only the parent account can use Nintendo Switch Online, and not the Child Accounts. However, if the parent account purchases a Family Membership, any Child Accounts that are added to the Family Group can then use the services.
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What happens if I unlink My Nintendo account from Epic Games?

We highly discourage unlinking your console account from your Epic Games account for these reasons: Your game progress and purchases are stored on your Epic Games account, so if you unlink your console account from your Epic Games account, you'll lose access to that data from your disconnected console account.
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What is the difference between a Nintendo Account and an eShop account?

A Nintendo Network ID is an account allowing the user to access online services such as the eShop, Miiverse, and Wii U Chat on the Wii U and 3DS consoles. A Nintendo Account, on the other hand, is an online account that allows you to use online services such as the eShop and online play on the Nintendo Switch console.
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How does Nintendo Network ID work?

Nintendo Network ID is a unique identifier made up of 6 to 16 characters that allows you to access certain Nintendo Network services. By registering a Nintendo Network ID to your Wii U or Nintendo 3DS, you can enjoy a wide range of network services.
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Is Nintendo Network discontinued?

Announcement of Discontinuation of Online Services for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U software. Thank you very much for supporting our products. At 4pm PDT on April 8, 2024, online play and other functionality that uses online communication will end for Nintendo 3DS* and Wii U software.
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Are games tied to Switch or 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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