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Can I use my old PSN ID?

Q: Can I revert back to my old ID? You can as long as the old ID doesn't violate the Terms of Service. You can revert back to any of your previous IDs by contacting PlayStation Support.
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What happens to your old PSN name when you change it?

Changing your PSN name doesn't mean you lose your old one. And you can revert back to an old PSN name by contacting PlayStation Support. You can also display your old PSN name next to your new PSN name for 30 days to help your friends notice the change.
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How do I go back to my old PSN name?

According to Sony, you can revert to an older username for free by contacting the PlayStation support team.
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Will I lose anything if I change my PSN ID?

You may lose your progress within those games, including game saved data, leaderboard data, and progress toward trophies. Parts of those games might not function properly, both online and offline. Your previous online ID(s) may remain visible to you and other players in some places.
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Can I use my old PSN account on a new PS5?

If you already have an account on your PS4 console, you can use the same account for your PS5 console. Your PlayStation Plus subscription, trophies, friends, and other information will sync to your PS5 console.
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WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU CHANGE YOUR PSN on PLAYSTATION? (PSN NAME CHANGE ID TUTORIAL)

Can two users use the same PSN account?

No. You can only share your games and PlayStation Plus benefits with accounts on one PS5 console with Console Sharing and Offline Play activated and your primary PS4 console.
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How do I transfer my PlayStation account?

If it is the first time you are using this system, you will be prompted with the Transfer Data from Another PS4 option right after signing in with your account. If it's not the first time you are using the system go to Settings > System > Transfer Data from Another PS4 and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Can I make a new PSN account and keep my games?

The closed account's online ID cannot be used to create another account. You will lose access to any content purchased using the account. This content cannot be transferred to another account, and refunds can only be given in line with the PlayStation Store cancellation policy.
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Does resetting a PS4 remove PSN account?

Initialize your PS4™ system

Initialization of your PS4™ system restores system settings to default values. It deletes data saved on system storage and deletes all users and their data from the system.
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Does changing my PSN ID affect my GTA V?

Answer: After Changing your PlayStation Network Online ID, your previous Online ID will be shown to members of your Crew until you sign in to GTA Online and play. There are no other issues associated with changing your Online ID in Grand Theft Auto Online.
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How do I revert my old online ID on PS5?

How to change your PSN Online ID on PS5 or PS4
  1. Start the PlayStation 5 or PS4 and head to Settings.
  2. Go to Account Management > Account Information > Profile > Online ID.
  3. There you can enter any new name you fancy and check whether it is available. ...
  4. Follow any on-screen messages to finish.
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Can you get your PSN account back?

Log-in issues

If you forget your PlayStation™Network (PSN) password, you can reset it from the web or on your PlayStation console. Change or recover your sign-in ID email address on PlayStation Network. If your account or console has been suspended you will not be able to access PlayStation Network.
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What happens if you change your PSN email?

You're signed out from all devices when you change your sign-in ID (email address). When you change your email address you will receive an email to your old email address showing your new sign-in ID (email address). Sign in to Account Management on a web browser.
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How long will a previous online ID be displayed for?

When selecting your new online ID you have the option to display your previous online ID on your profile for 30 days.
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How many times can you change your PSN ID?

First and foremost, Sony allows you to change your username as many times as you like, though only the first change is free. There's a $10 charge for subsequent name changes, but PlayStation Plus subscribers get name changes for half-off — $5.
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Is your online ID your gamertag?

The UserID, the gamertag, and the PSN ID are the unique name of your account (no two users can have the same UserID, gamertag or PSN ID). It is also a publicly displayed name that will be visible in-game by friends and guild mates.
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Can I delete my PSN account and create a new one?

What Happens After Deleting Your Playstation Account
  1. You won't be able to use your account's User ID if you decide to open a new account.
  2. You'll lose access to all the content you've purchased on the deleted account, as well as the funds on your wallet.
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Will I lose my game progress if I get a new PS4?

You can transfer data saved on your current PS4™ system storage to a new PS4™ system. Transferring data to your new PS4™ system initializes it, so you should transfer data before you begin using your new system. After the transfer, data also remains on your current PS4™ system.
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Does deleting a PS4 user deactivate the account?

-If you delete it as a user from the PS4, the user is still registered to the server and you can log in to another PS4. -If you totally take down your account from the server, then you will need to start a new account. Is PS4 easy to use for a new player?
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Can I make another PSN account with the same email?

Here's how. Unless you plan to restrict your family members to sub accounts, you'll need a unique email address for each new PSN account. However, you can use a single gmail address to make multiple PSN accounts by adding a period to any place in a gmail name (before the @ sign).
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How do I link two PSN accounts?

To link or unlink your account, select (Settings) > [Account Management] > [Link with Other Services]. This option is available only for adult accounts.
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Can I transfer a digital game to another account?

Digital game purchases and code redemptions are final, and cannot be transferred to a different Nintendo Account. Please make sure that you are logged into the correct Nintendo Account when purchasing or redeeming a game.
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How many PS4 can be activated on one account?

You can activate only one PS4™ system per account. When you activate a system, other users of the system can use applications and enjoy some of the PlayStation®Plus benefits of your account, even when that user is not logged in.
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Can you delete a PSN account?

We would be sorry to see you go, but you can remove your account by following these steps: Log in to your Sony account. Click on [My Account Details]. Scroll down to the bottom and select [Remove account].
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What does WS 37368 7 mean?

If you see the error code WS-37368-7 when attempting to sign in to PlayStation™Network, your account has been suspended because your financial institution reversed a charge on one or more of your PlayStation Network purchases.
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