Why is my Nintendo ID not linking?

You cannot link a Nintendo Network ID if the NNID is set to restrict off-device usage. Access your NNID settings on a Wii U or Nintendo 3DS family system, and verify that the NNID is set to allow Usage from PCs and Other Devices (Wii U) or Non-Nintendo Device Setting (Nintendo 3DS).
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Why can't I link my Nintendo account to another switch?

Nintendo Accounts can be linked to multiple Nintendo Switch consoles, but you can only have one primary console at a time. The first Nintendo Switch console you use to connect to Nintendo eShop will become your primary console. Any other Nintendo Switch consoles you link your account to are non-primary consoles.
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Why can't I connect to my Nintendo account?

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 existing Nintendo Network ID?

Select Nintendo Network ID Settings, then select Next. Select Link an Existing ID. Read through the information on the screen and select Understood to proceed. Enter the Nintendo Network ID, password, and email address for the account that you want to link.
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What if my Nintendo Network ID Cannot be linked as it has been deleted?

If the Nintendo Network ID was deleted, there is no way to restore the account or any associated licenses and funds. You will need to create a new Nintendo Network ID on the console.
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Can you recover a deleted Nintendo ID?

Important Information Nintendo Accounts will be deactivated for a period of 30 days after starting the deletion process and can be reactivated during this timeframe. Once the 30 days have passed, the Nintendo Account will be permanently deleted and cannot be restored.
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Can you recover a deleted Nintendo Network ID?

Important: You may reactivate your account for a period of 30 days after deletion. Once the 30-day time frame has passed, the account will be permanently deleted and cannot be restored.
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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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Can I link two Nintendo Network IDs?

No, you cannot link multiple Nintendo Network ID's to a Nintendo Account. Only one NNID can be linked to a Nintendo Account.
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Is My Nintendo Network ID the same as My Nintendo account?

Nintendo Accounts and Nintendo Network IDs are used for different purposes. A Nintendo Network ID is created and used on our Wii U and Nintendo 3DS family systems. Nintendo Network IDs are used for online features on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS family (such as online multiplayer or interactions).
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Why isn t my Nintendo Switch not connecting?

Causes of Nintendo Switch Not Connecting to Wi-Fi

Your Wi-Fi network is down. Your Switch is out of range of the router. Your network's security key is incompatible. A firewall is preventing the Switch from accessing your network.
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Why can't I connect to Nintendo online?

Power off your Nintendo Switch, power it back on, and re-try connecting to the Internet. Try connecting to the Internet using a different wireless network. Make sure that you have installed the latest system update. Verify whether other devices can access the Internet while on the same network.
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How do I merge my Nintendo account?

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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How many times can you link a Nintendo Account to a Switch?

Information. Nintendo Accounts can be linked to multiple Nintendo Switch consoles, but you can only have one primary console at a time. The first Nintendo Switch console you use to connect to Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch will become your primary console.
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Can two Nintendo Accounts be linked to one 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 2 Switch users have the same Nintendo Account?

Multiple users on a single console cannot be linked with the same Nintendo Account.
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Can you link 2 Nintendo Accounts to the same 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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How do I link my Nintendo account to multiple consoles?

To add your existing Nintendo account to an additional Switch, simply create a new local account on your Switch with your preferred name, then complete the process by linking that account to your Nintendo account by using your login and password. You have to be online to make this work.
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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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How many Nintendo switches can you have on one 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. Other players will not be able to access your digital games on a non-primary 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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Is Nintendo Network ID still used?

Prior to March 27, 2023, a Nintendo Network ID was required in order to download demos or free software from Nintendo eShop, but it was not required for purchases in the Nintendo eShop. A NNID is not required to use any of the system's other online features.
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What happens if I change my Nintendo Network ID?

The Nintendo Network ID (username) and country cannot be changed once the account is created. The only way to change this information is to create a new Nintendo Network ID. You do not need to delete the current Nintendo Network ID to create a new one on your system.
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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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How do I reset my Nintendo ID password?

Select the Mii on the User Select screen. When prompted for your password, select I Forgot. Select Send. An e-mail with a temporary password will be sent to the e-mail address associated to your Nintendo Network ID.
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