Will I lose everything if I make a new Nintendo Account?

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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Will I lose my games if I change My Nintendo account?

Digital games are tied to your Nintendo account. Once you get a new Switch and log in you're able to redownload all those games and start playing them again.
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Can I transfer my data to a new Nintendo Account?

You can't transfer data from one Nintendo account to another directly, but there are a few workarounds that may be helpful. For example, if you have both accounts linked to the same Nintendo Switch console, you can use the "user transfer" feature to move all the data from one account to the other.
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Will linking a Nintendo Account erase everything?

What Happens to My Nintendo eShop Purchases When I Link a Nintendo Network ID? All purchases and funds added to your Nintendo eShop ID will be retained after creating (or linking) a Nintendo Network ID on the system.
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Can I have 2 separate Nintendo Accounts?

How many Nintendo Accounts can I have on one Nintendo Switch console? Up to 8 Nintendo Accounts can be linked to a Nintendo Switch console at a time.
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Can you make 2 Nintendo Accounts with 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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Can two Nintendo Accounts have the same primary console?

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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Does unlinking a Nintendo Account delete save data?

The associated user account must also be deleted to unlink a Nintendo Account from a Nintendo Switch console. Deleting a user account from a Nintendo Switch console will also delete any save data that is associated with that account and saved to the console.
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How do I separate my Nintendo accounts?

Go to the Nintendo Account website and sign in to the Nintendo Account that is linked to the NNID you want to unlink. 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.
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Can you unlink a Nintendo Account without losing data?

Yes, you can unlink the account without it affecting his save data, so long as it is saved locally on his Switch, and as long as he has been playing on his own Switch profile, he'll be able to access the save data, otherwise he'll have to play on your profile.
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Can I transfer Nintendo switch online to another account?

No, Nintendo Switch Online memberships cannot be transferred to a different Nintendo Account. If you want to cancel your membership, turn off the auto-renewal setting at least 48 hours before your membership is set to expire.
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Can I sell my Nintendo account?

No. Per the Nintendo Account Agreement and Nintendo Network Agreement and Privacy Policy, your Nintendo Account and/or Nintendo Network ID (NNID) can't be transferred or sold to another person.
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Can two Nintendo switches share games?

Digital games and downloadable content are tied to the Nintendo Account that purchased them. Other people can only play your digital content if they are playing on your primary consoleNintendo Accounts can be linked to multiple Nintendo Switch consoles, but can only have one primary 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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Can two accounts use Nintendo online?

Yes, you can. Even if your family members are using their accounts on different Nintendo Switch consoles, if you have a Family Membership and create a Family Group, then each account can use the Nintendo Swich Online services. You don't need to use the same Nintendo Switch as the person who purchased the membership.
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Do you need a separate Nintendo online account for each user?

Can my individual membership be used by other user profiles on my Nintendo Switch? As with a Nintendo Switch Online membership, each Nintendo Account needs an Individual Membership or needs to be part of a Family Membership to access Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack benefits.
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Does deleting a user on switch delete the account?

Select "System Settings" → "Users" and choose the user you wish to delete. Then select "Delete User". *If there is only a single user, you can't delete the user account. *Deleting a user does not delete a linked Nintendo Account.
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What happens if I delete a child account on Nintendo?

Any child accounts managed through the parent or guardian's Nintendo Account would also be deleted. After requesting an account to be deleted, the parent or guardian has 30 days to reactivate their account. Reactivating an account will also reactivate any child accounts managed by it.
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What does deregistering a switch do?

Deactivating one console will allow you to select a different console as the primary console for your Nintendo Account. Each Nintendo Account can have one primary Nintendo Switch console at a time. This feature is available in countries where the Nintendo eShop is available.
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What does linking a Nintendo Account do?

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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Can you change the primary console for your Nintendo Account?

Once you have signed in with a Nintendo Account, the first Nintendo Switch console you use to access Nintendo eShop will automatically be designated as your primary console. If you want to change your primary console, you can de-register the current primary console.
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Can you play Mario Kart on two switches with one game?

A: If they are playing on separate consoles, yes. But up to four people can play Mario Kart 8 on the SAME console, and you only need one copy of the game for that. Helpful? Thank you for your feedback!
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Why can't other users play my games on Switch?

When using a non-primary console, you are the only player that can access digital games that you've purchased. Other players will not be able to access your digital games on a non-primary console.
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Can I share my Switch games with my family?

Do you have games you want to share with friends and family? Luckily, Nintendo allows you to game share on the Switch console. You'll just need to log into a friend's Switch and set their console as the primary console. Afterwards, you'll be able to redownload games from the eShop.
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