Why does my Nintendo Account has already been associated with another Epic Games account?

"Sorry, but this account has already been associated with another Epic Games account" error. This error message means that your console is already attached to an Epic Games account. This may have happened the first time that you logged into Fortnite on your console, and you opted not to connect to an existing account.
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Why is my Epic Games account already connected to another Nintendo Account?

If you received this error, it means there is a restriction that prevents you from linking a new platform account if the same platform type was previously linked to your Epic Games account. To resolve this error, you can re-link your original platform account.
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Why does Epic Games say my account is already linked to another account?

"Sorry, your Epic Games account is already associated with another account." This error message means that you are attempting to link a console account to an Epic account that already has another console of the same type linked to it.
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How do I unlink my Nintendo Account from Epic Games?

Unlinking a Nintendo Account from an Epic account can be done by visiting the Epic Games website on a PC or Smart Device. After you log in to your Epic account, you can choose to disconnect your Nintendo Account from the Epic account from within the "Connected Accounts" menu.
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Why does it say my Nintendo Account is already linked?

Message: "Another account has already been linked": This means that the NNID you are trying to link has already been linked to a different Nintendo Account. You will need to unlink the NNID from the other Nintendo Account before you can link it to this one.
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How do I unlink a linked Nintendo Account?

Go to the Nintendo Account website and sign in to your Nintendo Account. Select User information, then Linked apps and services to view the accounts that are currently linked to your Nintendo Account. In the "Linked accounts" section, select Edit. Select the checkbox next to the account you want to link or unlink.
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Why does it say I already have a 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. If you have multiple NNIDs registered to one email address, you will only be able to create a Nintendo Account with one of those NNIDs.
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How do I unlink two Epic Games accounts?

If you still want to unlink your console account, follow the steps below:
  1. Verify your email address.
  2. Visit your Connected Accounts page.
  3. Click REMOVE below the console or platform account you want to unlink.
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How do I disassociate my Epic Games account?

If you still want to disconnect, follow these steps:
  1. Verify your Email Address.
  2. Visit your Connected Accounts Page.
  3. Click on the Accounts Tab.
  4. Click the Remove button below the platform you want to disconnect.
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How do I know what Epic Games account is linked to my Switch?

From the lobby, open the Social Menu. Go to SETTINGS by selecting the gear icon on the top right. At the bottom, go to the SHOW ACCOUNT ID button and click it to discover the ID. Once you click on the button, your account ID will appear on the second line.
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Can you have 2 Epic Games accounts?

Yes! You can use a single PC to log in to multiple Epic Games accounts, but you can only be logged in to one account at a time. Note: Some Fortnite events and tournaments may have limitations on multiple accounts. In these cases, refer to the rules of the tournament.
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Why does Epic Games keep signing me into the wrong account?

I log out but the Epic Games Launcher keeps logging me back in on the wrong account. Clearing your web cache If you find yourself caught in a loop where you log out but Epic Games Launcher keeps automatically logging you back in typically solves this issue.
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How do I change accounts linked to Epic Games?

Click Connected Accounts. Click Disconnect and Unlink in the tile with your secondary account's console. Click Connected Accounts. Click Connect next to the console you want to add to your account.
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Why does my console account say it is already linked to an Epic Games account?

"Sorry, but this account has already been associated with another Epic Games account" error. This error message means that your console is already attached to an Epic Games account. This may have happened the first time that you logged into Fortnite on your console, and you opted not to connect to an existing account.
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Can you link 2 Nintendo accounts to Epic Games?

Important: It is only possible to link one Nintendo Account to an Epic Account. Once linked, it will not be possible to link a different Nintendo Account to it even if you unlink the accounts.
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Why can't I link my Switch to my Epic Games account?

This error occurs on Epic Games' website when trying to link a Nintendo Account to an Epic Games account that was previously linked to a different Nintendo Account. Once you've linked your Nintendo Account to your Epic Games account, you will not be able to link a different Nintendo Account to it.
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How do I unlink my Nintendo Account from Switch?

Select Your Info, then select Change in the "Linked Apps and Services" section to view the accounts that are currently linked to your Nintendo Account. In the "Linked Accounts" section, select Change. Select the box next to "Nintendo Network ID" to unlink the account.
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How do you kick someone off your Epic Games account?

Block or remove a friend in the Epic Games Launcher
  1. Open the Epic Games Launcher.
  2. In the top right, click the Friends icon.
  3. Click the name of the friend you want to remove or block. ...
  4. Click the player's name, and then click the ellipses (...).
  5. Select BLOCK or UNFRIEND, and then click to confirm.
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Does deleting my Epic Games account delete my Fortnite account?

To delete your Fortnite account, you'll need to delete your Epic Games account as the game is only accessible through the Epic Games launcher. Fortunately, it is pretty easy to delete the Epic Games account, so just follow these steps to get it done.
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How do I disconnect my Epic Games account from my Nintendo Switch?

After you have signed into your account on Epic Game's website, select "Connected Accounts" from the options on the left. Select the "Disconnect" option below the Nintendo Switch icon. If you have not done so yet, you will need to verify your e-mail address prior to disconnecting your Nintendo Account.
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Does unlinking Epic account delete everything?

If you unlink one gaming platform or console account from Epic Games to link a new one of the same type, you will lose access to your progress and items that were purchased or redeemed on the unlinked platform.
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Can you have the same Epic account on two consoles?

Yes. As long as you've linked your Xbox, PlayStation, PC, Switch or Mobile account to your Epic Games account, any content you purchased (except V-Bucks) and progress you make is accessible across all platforms. Note: Each console/platform must be linked to the same Epic Games account.
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Can you have 2 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 Nintendo Accounts expire?

After 30 days, the Nintendo Account is permanently deleted from our files and cannot be restored.
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What is my Nintendo account linked to?

Checking the linked account

From the HOME Menu, select the user's icon to access the user page. Select "User Settings" → "Check Account Information". Select the information you'd like to check.
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