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Can you delete a Nintendo Account and use 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.
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Can you use the same email for two different Nintendo Accounts?

An e-mail address can only be linked to one Nintendo Account. If you have already created a Nintendo Account, use your e-mail address and password to sign in to your existing Nintendo Account.
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Can I delete my Nintendo account and make a new one?

You may reactivate your account for a period of four weeks after deletion. Once this time frame has passed, the account will be permanently deleted and cannot be restored.
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Will deleting Nintendo Account delete everything?

Deleting a Nintendo Account will result in the loss of all data associated to it, including but not limited to: Mission status, points and rewards in the My Nintendo rewards program. Digital content that you purchased or acquired and that is linked to your Nintendo Account, including in-app content and coins.
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Can I have 2 separate Nintendo Accounts?

Up to 8 user accounts can be created on the Nintendo Switch. A user account can also be linked to a Nintendo Account at any time after it is created. Once a Nintendo Account is linked to the account, the system's online features will be available.
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HOW TO UNINSTALL A NINTENDO SWITCH ACCOUNT

Do I need separate Nintendo Account for each user?

You'll need a user account in order to play on Nintendo Switch. And if you'd like to use online features, a Nintendo Account must be linked to a user account on your console.
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Can 2 switches use the same account?

After you have designated your Nintendo Account's primary console you can still link that account to other Nintendo Switch consoles, but these consoles will not be activated as primary consoles. When using the primary console, any user on that device can play downloadable content you have purchased.
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What happens if I delete my Nintendo ID?

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 unlink a deleted Nintendo Account?

Complete these steps
  1. Go to the Nintendo Account website and sign in to your Nintendo Account.
  2. Click User info, then scroll down to the Linked accounts section and click Edit.
  3. To unlink an NNID from your Nintendo Account, click the checkmark next to Nintendo Network ID to remove the link.
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Do inactive Nintendo Accounts get deleted?

Once the 30-day time frame has passed, the account will be permanently deleted and cannot be restored. Nintendo Accounts for children can only be reactivated through the parent/guardian's account.
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Can I change my email on my Nintendo account?

How to Change Your Nintendo Account Email Address
  1. Go to the Nintendo Account website and sign in to your Nintendo Account.
  2. Select User info, then scroll down to the email section and click Edit.
  3. Click Send email to have a verification code sent to the email address on file.
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Why can't I unlink my Nintendo account?

Once a Nintendo Account is linked to a user account, this link cannot be undone. The associated user account must also be deleted to unlink a Nintendo Account from a Nintendo Switch console.
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How do I change my Nintendo email without verification?

If you don't have access to your registered email address, you won't be able to change the email address yourself and will have to contact Nintendo customer support.
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Can you transfer games between Nintendo Accounts?

From within the System Settings of the original console, use the option to Transfer Your User and Save Data for each account you wish to transfer. You can also select Transfer Your Save Data if you want to move an individual game save file to a different system.
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Can I remove my account from someone else's switch?

Complete These Steps:
  1. Select “System Settings” from the HOME Menu.
  2. Scroll down to highlight “Users,” then select the appropriate user account to access the Profile Settings.
  3. Scroll down to the bottom of the settings and select “Delete User.” ...
  4. Check the box next to “Delete,” then select “Next.” ...
  5. Select “Delete this User.”
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How long does it take for a Nintendo Account to delete?

Note that after confirming deletion, the account will enter a period of 30-day deactivation inside which you'll be able to reverse the process of deletion. After that, your account will be deleted for good. The last step is to click on Confirm and Proceed to complete the deletion of your Nintendo account.
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How many switches can be linked to one account?

A secondary or non-primary Nintendo Switch. You can have as many as you like and you can log in to your Nintendo Account to play games.
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How do I change my primary account on a Switch?

On the primary console for your Nintendo Account, use your Nintendo Account to access Nintendo eShop and deregister the console. On the second Nintendo Switch console, link your Nintendo Account to a new or existing user account.
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What does linking a Nintendo Account do?

Linking a Nintendo Account with a user account on Nintendo Switch makes more features accessible, for example: Friend-related features. Posting screenshots/videos on social media networks.
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How do I unlink my Nintendo account from Gmail?

Click User info, then scroll down to the Linked accounts section and click Edit.
  1. Do you want to link a new account to or unlink an existing account from your Nintendo Account? Link a new account Unlink an existing account.
  2. Click the box next to the service you want to link (Google, Apple ID).
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How do I remove a Gmail account from my Nintendo switch?

Select System Settings from the HOME Menu. Scroll down to highlight Users, then select the appropriate user account to access the Profile Settings. Scroll down to the bottom of the settings and select Delete User.
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Can I change my email address without creating a new account?

Most email services do not allow you to change your existing email address. In order to change your email address, you'll need to create a new account. You can use the same email service you've been using, or you can take this opportunity to switch to a service that better meets your needs. Decide on an email service.
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Can stolen Nintendo Switch be deactivated?

If you don't have access to the primary console, you can deactivate a console from your Nintendo Account remotely; however, this can only be done once per year.
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How long does an inactive account last?

Generally, a time frame of 3 to 5 years with no customer-initiated activity sends an account into dormancy. Activity that will help to avoid an inactive account usually includes: Depositing or withdrawing funds.
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Do inactive email accounts get deleted?

Do unused Gmail accounts get deleted? Google no longer completely deletes Gmail accounts due to inactivity. However, if a Gmail account has not been used for more than 24 months, the data stored in the account (messages, files, photos, etc.) will be deleted.
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