Can you erase a Switch?

Scroll down to System on the left menu bar. Scroll to the bottom of these options and select Formatting Options. Select Initialize Console then hit OK. Wait for the process to erase your data.

Is there a way to completely wipe a Switch?

How do I wipe a Switch for a new user?

Can you wipe Nintendo Switch but keep games?

If you initialize your console without deleting save data, you will no longer be able to use game data saved on your microSD card. However, as your user information will be preserved, you should be able to redownload any deleted game data without having to link your Nintendo Account again, etc.

Do I need to wipe Nintendo Switch before selling?

(If you're looking to sell a device for some extra money, there are many options, but Decluttr is a good place to start.) No matter the reason, you always want to make sure your Switch has been factory reset and all your personal info has been wiped from it.

How to Factory Reset Nintendo Switch & Make it Run like new! (Easy Method)

How do I deregister a sold Switch?

Complete these steps

Select the picture of your icon in the upper-right corner to access your Account Information. Scroll down to the Primary Console status. Select Deregister twice to confirm. If your account is set to require a password, you will also need to enter your Nintendo Account password to confirm.

Does a hard reset wipe your Nintendo Switch?

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.

Does deleting a user on Switch delete games?

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. Data deleted from a console cannot be restored unless it is first backed up using the Save Data Cloud backup feature.

Can a Nintendo Switch be tracked?

Yes. With the serial number of your Nintendo Switch, you can work with Nintendo's customer service to track your device's location.

How do I delete all software from my Switch?

From the HOME Menu, select "System Settings". Scroll down the options on the left and select "Data Management". On the right-hand side select "Software", then select the software you would like to manage or delete.

Does a soft reset delete anything on Switch?

While soft resetting your Nintendo Switch may appear as a simple restart, holding the Power button down for 10 to 15 seconds signals for your console to clear any unnecessary data that could be causing software issues.

Will deleting a Nintendo Account delete everything?

Deleting a Nintendo Account will result in 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.

Will deleting a user account delete files?

All of a user's data is deleted, unless you transfer it to another user. You might need to transfer some data, such as Gmail data or Drive files, before you delete the user. Some data isn't deleted, such as any groups the user created.

What does deregistering switch do?

Deregistering 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.

Can you wipe a Nintendo game?

Complete these steps

Select the game title for which you want to delete the save data. If available, select the User for which you want to delete the save data, or select Delete All Save Data for this Software. To confirm, select Delete Save Data. Important: Once deleted, save data cannot be recovered.

What is a soft vs hard reset on Nintendo Switch?

In essence, soft reset requires you turning off the console and then back on without data loss. Differently, all the data on the console will be erased after factory reset. Hard reset is known as power reset too, which refers to the action of clearing all information from the device's memory.

How do I deactivate a stolen switch?

Using a web browser, visit accounts.nintendo.com. Sign in to the Nintendo Account you wish to deregister the primary console for. Select "Shop Menu". Select "Deregister Primary Console".

How do I find the owner of a lost Nintendo Switch?

Can I unlink a user account switch?

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. A Nintendo Account can be linked to more than one Nintendo Switch console at a time.

Should I factory reset my Switch before trade in?

You'll want to factory reset your Switch, Switch Lite, or Switch OLED before giving it to someone else or selling it. That way, access to your games and Nintendo account is wiped from the console. Remember that you cannot undo a reset once it's been done.

Do people sell Nintendo accounts?

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.

Do I have to buy Switch games twice?

Digital games are tied to the Nintendo Account that was used to purchase them. All users on a console will be able to play games purchased by any Nintendo Account that has registered the console as their primary console.

How many games can a switch hold?

The standard Nintendo Switch has 32 GB of storage, allowing you to store and install around 4-8 games, including large games like Zelda. However, if you have the option for a Switch with 64 GB of storage, you can store double the number of games, up to 8-16.