How do I get my save data back on my Switch?

From the HOME Menu, select System Settings, then Data Management and finally Save Data Cloud. Select the desired user, then choose the backup file you wish to download. Select Download Save Data.

How do I recover my Nintendo Switch save data?

Previously backed up save data is automatically restored when re-downloading software from the Nintendo eShop. You can also restore save data using the Save-Data Backup option within Data Management.

Why isn t my save data showing up on Switch?

Ensure that you have an active Nintendo Switch Online membership. Verify that the Automatically Back Up Save Data setting is enabled for each user on the console, and that the console is connected to the internet. Verify that the intended software supports save data backup.

What happens if you delete save data on Switch?

Does deleting Nintendo Switch save data completely erase the game? No, the game will not be uninstalled from the console but all your game data from the game will be deleted.

Where is my save data Switch?

Where is game save data stored? On Nintendo Switch, game save data is stored in the console's system memory. This will not change whether downloadable software or software from a game card is being played. Game save data cannot be saved or copied to a microSD card.

Nintendo Switch: How to Back Up Save Data to Cloud

Do you lose save data Switch?

Save data is not automatically deleted. It is only deleted when one of the following actions is performed by the user. * When data is transferred, it is deleted from the original location but can still be found as save data on the destination console. * There is no way to restore deleted data.

Are Switch saves backed up?

When you become a Nintendo Switch Online member, automatic backup will be enabled for all compatible software. This setting can be adjusted for each game and user. Save data files can also be manually backed up from the game's software menu or from System Settings.

What happens if you delete saved game data?

Delete from console removes the local copy of this save. You can get it from the cloud the next time you play. Delete everywhere removes your saved data from this console, the cloud, and all other consoles you play on.

Are switch saves on the cloud?

The vast majority of Nintendo Switch titles support Save Data Cloud backup for players with a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Online features (such as Nintendo Switch Online app and Save Data Cloud compatibility) are always identified in the Nintendo eShop and in the game's product information on www.nintendo.com.

Does save data stay on SD card switch?

As your save data is a valuable record of your progress in games, it's saved to the system memory in order to keep it safe. (It's never stored on the microSD card or game cards.)

How do I enable my save data?

Will I lose my game progress if I get a new Switch?

Your save data will be deleted on the source console. *Save data is stored on the console you're currently using. In order to play games with your latest save data on multiple systems, you'll need to transfer the save data each time you use a different console.

Where is Switch save data local or cloud?

How long does Nintendo keep your cloud saves?

Is my save data retained if my Nintendo Switch Online membership ends? If your Nintendo Switch Online membership expires, you won't be able to access your Save Data Cloud backups. However, Nintendo will allow users who resubscribe within 180 days to access their previous Save Data Cloud backups.

What does back up save data mean?

Data backup is the practice of copying data from a primary to a secondary location, to protect it in case of a disaster, accident or malicious action. Data is the lifeblood of modern organizations, and losing data can cause massive damage and disrupt business operations.

Will System Restore delete game saves?

It does not affect your personal data files on the computer. The utility creates restore points once a day by default.

Does new game delete old saves?

Starting a New Game does not delete Collectibles or options settings. If you want to reset these, you will need to manually delete the player profile save outside of the game.

Do you lose your progress when you uninstall a game?

The game uses Google Play or Game Centre to save your progress, what this means is if you change your device or uninstall the game to install it again, You will be able to recover your progress as long as you log into the original account used when first installing the game.

Can I redownload my games if I lose my Switch?

You can only redownload games using the Nintendo Account that was used to purchase the game.

What if I lose my Switch game?

We recommend purchasing a replacement copy of the game at a retailer. If the game is published by a licensee company, you will need to contact that company for repair/replacement options.

What do I do if I lost my Nintendo Switch game?

Where is my save data folder?

Windows: On Windows, most save games can be found by opening File Explorer and navigating to "%homepath%\AppData\LocalLow".

What to turn off to save data?

Turn off background app refresh

For Android: Go to Settings > Data Usage > Restrict app background data. This will allow you to turn the feature off for all apps or you can pick and choose which ones you want to turn off.

How do I save data for later use?

Does formatting a Switch SD card delete everything?

Cautions about formatting

When you format a microSD card, all data stored on the card will be erased. Before you begin, you must move any data you want to keep, such as photos or videos, to the console's system memory or a PC. Save data is not stored on the microSD card, so will not be affected.