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Do I need a PSN account?

You need an account to use PlayStation Network services. It's free to create an account and you do not need to provide any payment details. This is required for security measures. Make sure to enter your date of birth correctly.
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What does a PSN account do?

PlayStation Network (PSN) is a digital entertainment service for your PlayStation. With a PSN account, you can download games to play and streaming apps to watch TV and movies.
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Do you need a PSN account to play PS4 games?

*Certain PS4 games in Game Catalog may not be available to stream. You'll need: A PlayStation Network account with registered payment details. A DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller or other compatible controller.
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What is a PSN account on PS4?

PlayStation Network (PSN) is an online service that lets you expand your enjoyment of your console. To sign in to PSN, you must have an account and an Internet connection.
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What happens if you don't pay PSN?

If your subscription lapses (or a game is removed from the service), you won't be able to use any add-ons, virtual currency, or other similar consumables you've separately purchased for a PlayStation Plus game, unless and until you renew your PlayStation Plus subscription or purchase the same game from the PlayStation ...
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How to sign into playstation network

What is needed for a PSN account?

Set up an account for PlayStation Network
  • Go to Account Management and select Create New Account.
  • Enter your details and preferences and select Next on each screen.
  • Verify your email address. Check your email for a verification message. Follow the instructions in the message to verify your email address.
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Is a PlayStation account the same as a PSN account?

All Sony & PlayStation Accounts Will Be Unified Under PSN Login.
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Can I share my PSN account with my friend?

Can I share PlayStation Plus with a friend on another console? 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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Are PlayStation games linked to console or account?

Are ps4 games tied to account? Yes, if you buy a PS4 digital game with your psn you can log in to a second PS4 with your account and play it.
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Can someone take your PSN account?

Ask anyone with access to your device if they accidentally downloaded something. If you don't have a PSN account and receive an email about a payment, someone could have stolen your identity. Contact Sony PSN support and your credit card provider right away.
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Do you need PSN for online?

Since the release of the PS4, Sony adapted some online features that Xbox had, like online play, so you need Plus to play most games online. Some games like Fortnite don't require PS Plus to play online though.
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Why do I need a PSN card?

You can use this digital gift card to top up your PlayStation wallet, with which you can buy PS4 or PS5 games, PlayStation Plus memberships, and in-game credit.
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How much is it for PSN?

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PlayStation Plus Premium is an ongoing subscription with a recurring fee of $17.99 charged automatically every month. Expand this section for further details. If your PSN wallet doesn't have enough funds the subscription fee will be automatically funded from your default payment method.
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Does PSN cost monthly?

At $10 per month, $25 for three months or $60 for the year, PlayStation Plus Essential is basically no different than the previous PS Plus subscription. It offers all the same features, including access to online play, two monthly games for free, cloud storage and exclusive discounts at the PlayStation Store.
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How long does a $10 PSN card last?

A: No expiration date. The sony playstation gift card is solely for PS4 network via ps4 console.
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How much is PSN in USA?

PlayStation Plus Essential is an ongoing subscription with a recurring fee of $69.99 charged automatically every 12 months.
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Does my child need their own PSN account?

To create accounts for your children, you must have an account for PlayStation Network. Once you have your own account, you can create accounts for each child. Each child under 18 years of age needs a separate child account for our online services.
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What happens when you buy a PSN card online?

Buy a PlayStation Store gift card

A code will then be emailed to you to redeem from our digital store on any PlayStation console or via a web browser.
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Why is PlayStation charging me 9.99 a month?

PlayStation Plus Essential is an ongoing subscription with a recurring fee of $9.99 charged automatically every month. Expand this section for further details. If your PSN wallet doesn't have enough funds the subscription fee will be automatically funded from your default payment method.
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Can 2 users use the same PSN?

Up to four users can log in to your PS4™ system at the same time. When multiple users are logged in and a user presses the PS button on the controller, that user's home screen appears.
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Why is PlayStation taking money from my account?

It could be possible that someone has used your payment details to make a purchase on PlayStation Store. If you believe this to be the case, contact your card provider (the number is on the back of the card) immediately to report unauthorized use.
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How do I stop PSN from charging me?

Go to Settings > Users and Accounts. Select Account > Payment and Subscriptions > Subscriptions.
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How to cancel a PlayStation subscription online
  1. Sign in to Account Management.
  2. Select Subscription from the menu on the left of the screen.
  3. Select Cancel Subscription next to the subscription you would like to cancel.
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How do I remove my payment info from PSN?

Go to Settings > Users and Accounts. Select Account > Payment and Subscriptions > Payment Methods.
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When you delete payment details on one device, they are deleted from all devices linked to the account.
  1. Sign in to Account Management.
  2. Select Payment Management.
  3. Select a payment method and select Remove.
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How do I stop PSN payments?

  1. Go to Settings > Users and Accounts.
  2. Select Account > Payment and Subscriptions > Subscriptions > PlayStation Plus.
  3. Select Cancel Subscription.
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