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Can 2 3DS have the same Nintendo ID?

Each Nintendo Network ID can be associated to one Wii U console and one Nintendo 3DS family system. The Nintendo 3DS can have only one active Nintendo Network ID registered to it at one time. If a previous account exists on the system, it will need to be removed before a new one can be created or linked.
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How do I link my Nintendo Network ID to another 3DS?

Go to the Nintendo Account website and sign in to your Nintendo Account. Click User info, then scroll down to the Linked accounts section and click Edit. Click the box next to Nintendo Network ID. Follow the on-screen steps to add your NNID and password.
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How do I unlink a Nintendo ID from a old 3DS?

Go to the Nintendo Account website and sign in to your Nintendo Account. Click User info, then scroll down to the Linked accounts section and click Edit. To unlink an NNID from your Nintendo Account, click the checkmark next to Nintendo Network ID to remove the link.
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Is Nintendo Network ID only for 3DS?

A Nintendo Network ID (NNID) is created and used on a Wii U and/or Nintendo 3DS family system. NNIDs are used for online features (such as online multiplayer or interactions) and, prior to March 27, 2023, were used for purchasing downloadable software through Nintendo eShop on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS.
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Can I use a 3DS without a NNID?

Nintendo 3DS family

Prior to March 27, 2023, a Nintendo Network ID was required to download demos or free software from the Nintendo eShop. A Nintendo Network ID is not required to do the following: Create a Mii and local user nickname. Save game progress.
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Can I Use My Nintendo ID on Another 3DS?

Is a Nintendo Network ID the same as?

A Nintendo Account is different from a Nintendo Network ID. A Nintendo Account is used for some applications and services on Nintendo Switch, smart devices and personal computers. I forgot my Nintendo Network ID.
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What happens if I delete my Nintendo Network ID 3DS?

A deleted Nintendo Network ID cannot be used again to create a new account. Once it is deleted, that username is gone. The Nintendo Network ID should only be deleted if you do not want to use it or access purchases made with it (on Wii U or Nintendo 3DS) ever again.
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How do I reset my 3DS to a new user?

Complete these steps
  1. Select the System Settings icon on the HOME Menu, and tap Open.
  2. Tap Other Settings.
  3. For Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, and Nintendo 2DS, tap the right arrow three times until you reach page four, then tap Format System Memory. ...
  4. Tap OK when asked if you are ready to connect to the Internet.
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Why can't i link my Nintendo ID to my 3DS?

The date of birth listed for the Nintendo Network ID must match the date of birth for the Nintendo Account you're trying to link to. You cannot link a Nintendo Network ID if the country of residence setting does not match that of the Nintendo Account you're trying to link to.
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Should you factory reset a 3DS before selling it?

Please ensure that prior to sale, your Nintendo 3DS/2DS console is ready for sale by formatting the system memory of the device. All data, accounts, digital games, and any personal information on the device must be wiped prior to selling the device.
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Does factory reset delete everything on 3DS?

Restoring the console to factory settings will delete all data, and you will no longer be able to use data saved on a microSD card. The following types of data, saved in the system memory, will all be deleted: Software data. Save data.
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Does formatting 3DS remove Nintendo ID?

Format the Nintendo 3DS family system. Formatting the system will remove the Nintendo Network ID, so that a different one can be linked or created. Nintendo Network accounts removed via system formatting can be linked again to the same system in the future.
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Can you unlink a Nintendo ID?

Go to http://accounts.nintendo.com and sign in to your Nintendo Account. Click "User Information", then scroll down to the "Linked Accounts" section and click "Change". To unlink an NNID from your Nintendo Account, click the checkmark next to "Nintendo Network ID" to remove the link.
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Can you recover a deleted Nintendo ID?

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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How do I recover my old Nintendo Network ID?

What to do
  1. Visit the Forgot NNID website.
  2. Enter the E-Mail Address associated with your account into the appropriate field.
  3. Select either Birth Date or Nickname. ...
  4. Select Send.
  5. An e-mail with your Nintendo Network ID(s) will be sent to the e-mail address associated to your Nintendo Network account.
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How many Nintendo Network IDS can I have?

Only one NNID can be linked to a Nintendo Account.
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Can two Nintendo Accounts have 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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Is Nintendo Network ID important?

By registering a Nintendo Network ID to your Wii U or Nintendo 3DS, you can enjoy a wide range of network services. You can post about your game experiences on Miiverse, our unique network communication service, get access to great downloadable content from Nintendo eShop, and much more.
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Can I have 2 linked 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 transfer Nintendo Network ID to another account?

Each Nintendo Network ID can be associated to one Wii U console and one Nintendo 3DS family system. Once a Nintendo Network ID has been associated to a Wii U console, it can only be moved to a new user on the same console where the account was originally created.
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Can I use the same Nintendo Account on two profiles?

You can link your Nintendo Account to multiple Nintendo Switch consoles and play your games on any of them using your Nintendo Account. Only one of the consoles can act as the primary console. On the primary console, any other users can play the games you downloaded with your Nintendo Account.
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Are digital 3DS games tied to account?

A Nintendo Account is required to purchase games through the My Nintendo Store. The games you buy will be automatically downloaded to the system that is associated with your Nintendo Account.
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What can get your 3DS banned?

What to do. If you are experiencing this error code, your Nintendo 3DS family system has been banned due to unauthorized system modifications, play of unauthorized versions of one or more games, and/or connecting to the official game servers in violation of our terms of service.
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Can a Nintendo 3DS be tracked?

The New 3DS XL does not include any tracking software by default on it. Assuming you lost it and it could had been stolen, I recommend you report the Serial Number that is on the box to either game shops (in case the thief will want to sell it) or to the police. to the wrist strap holes.
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Does soft resetting damage your 3DS?

Soft Reset (SR)

This is a quick way to reload your Pokémon game without having to power down your whole system. This will not erase or negatively harm your data unless you do so while in the middle of saving your game. It will just revert your progress to the point that you last saved.
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