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How does PSN work?

It allows anyone with a PlayStation account to access various services for their gaming systems. You can think of it as Sony's equivalent to Microsoft's Xbox Live network. The many facets of PSN allow you to play games online on your PlayStation console, purchase digital games from the PlayStation Store, and much more.
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How much is PSN a month?

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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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How does PSN work Monthly?

Each month, two or three PS4/PS5 games are made available to download and play at no extra cost. They are yours to keep as long as you remain a PS Plus member. You can see the latest free games here.
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How does PSN wallet work?

Each account has a wallet. You can add funds to your wallet using a valid payment method or gift voucher. Wallet funds can then be used to purchase content and services from PlayStation Store. If you're making a purchase, any wallet funds will be spent first.
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Is PSN worth buying?

Is PlayStation Plus Worth It? If you love playing games on your PS4 or PS5, there's no doubt that PlayStation Plus is worth it. You can take the action online in multiplayer, nab loads of great free games, and enjoy additional benefits like in-game cosmetics and discounts.
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How much does PSN cost per year?

At $10 per month, $25 for three months or $60 for the year, PlayStation Plus Essential is essentially 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 do PSN cards last?

A: No expiration date. The sony playstation gift card is solely for PS4 network via ps4 console. It's good for any occasion like birthdays, congratulations, and for the avid gamer.
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What is a PSN account for?

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. Sign in to PSN.
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Does PSN money expire?

Do points expire? Yes. Points earned will expire at the end of the month plus 24 months from the date on which they appear in your PlayStation Stars account balance.
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What is a PSN account used for?

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. Here's how to create an account on your PC: Open a browser on your computer and go to the Sony Entertainment Network Create a New Account page.
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Are PSN monthly games free forever?

Only if the game is a “free monthly game”, you will not be able to play it once your subscription ends. All other games bought on the PS store (whether at full price or discount or extra ps-plus discount), are yours to keep as long as you login with the same PS ID.
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Do you have to pay PS Plus every month?

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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.
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How do I stop paying for PSN?

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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What's the difference between PlayStation Plus and PlayStation now?

The original PlayStation Plus offered online multiplayer, three free games per month, and exclusive discounts. PlayStation Now, on the other hand, let you stream hundreds of older Sony games on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, or PC. The new PlayStation Plus effectively combines and revamps the two services into one.
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Do you keep games from PS Plus?

As mentioned above, if you own a PS5 and you purchase a PS Plus subscription at any level, you'll have access to several of the great landmark PS4 games in the PS Plus Collection. Once you claim them, they will be yours to keep even if they leave the collection.
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Can you buy 1 month PSN?

Choose from a 1, 3 or 12 month subscription & use our selection of PlayStation gift cards to fund your PlayStation Plus membership. Make the most of your PS5 or PS4 console by subscribing to PlayStation Plus today!
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What happens if I cancel my PSN subscription?

Once your PlayStation Plus subscription ends you will lose access to all PlayStation Plus benefits such as monthly games, online storage and online multiplayer.
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Can someone take your old PSN?

Can someone else take it? No, your old online ID is only available to you.
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How much does a PSN account cost?

It's free to create an account and you do not need to provide any payment details.
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Is a PSN free?

Yes, PSN is free. If you want to use any of your PlayStation's online functionality, whether that's buying games in the store or earning trophies as you play, you need to sign up to PSN. Signing up to PSN also gives you your PSN ID, which acts as your username.
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Can someone steal your PSN?

If the intent of the hackers is to steal your PSN account, one of the first things they will do is change your passwords. To recover your account password, go to the Playstation Website or App. Then click Trouble Signing In? Under "I forgot my password", click Reset your password.
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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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How do I know if my PSN card is active?

Some voucher codes require activation at the time of purchase. Please check the voucher — it'll state 'no value until activated at register' on the front and back. If this type of voucher isn't working, please check with the retailer that it was correctly activated.
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How do I know if my PSN has expired?

On the webpage, sign in to your PlayStation account. Once logged in, click on the account icon at the top right of the page and select Subscription Management in the drop-down menu. This will show you the subscription status of the PlayStation plus and the expiration date. That's how to go about it.
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