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Why can't I delete my Origin account?

Deleting an EA account can unfortunately not be done in just a few clicks. To do this, you need to contact EA Support via your account and request a deletion.
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Does EA Origin delete inactive accounts?

No Origin user who has paid entitlements and/or downloaded games will have their account cancelled or games expired due to extended non-use. The term regarding account cancellation for non-use is designed to guard against creation of non-active accounts for inappropriate reasons."
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How do you delete a Sims account?

Inside Preferences click other Sites Preference menu item. From this drop down menu click on Manage Deactivation. Parent Users will always be able to remove their own account.
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Why can't I make a new Origin account?

Make sure Origin is authorized by your anti-virus and firewall. Reset Internet Explorer Settings. Untick the options in LAN Settings ( make sure nothing is checked under Proxy Server ) Clear Origin Cache Data.
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Is EA Origin shutting down?

Origin is a digital distribution platform developed by Electronic Arts for purchasing and playing video games. In October 2022, Origin ceased operations for its Windows platform, directing players to EA Play. The Mac and mobile versions remain online.
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How to Delete EA Origin Account

Can you merge 2 Origin accounts?

You cannot move your games or personas to another account yourself. If you decide you really want to merge your accounts, you'll have to contact us to do that. When you talk to one of our advisors, we'll make sure there's no better way to solve this for you.
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How do you delete sims and start over?

To reset your game:
  1. Go to My Documents.
  2. Find The Sims 4 folder.
  3. Click on it and press Delete.
  4. Confirm you want to delete the folder.
  5. Empty your Recycle Bin.
  6. Restart your computer.
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How do I permanently delete Sims 4?

To uninstall The Sims 4, right click the game in the Origin Client and select “Uninstall”. This also removes any additional add-ons and game packs you may have purchased for your game.
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Can I make a new EA account?

You can also create an account once you download the EA app.
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When you're registering your new EA Account, we'll ask for some information so we can get to know you:
  1. your email address – so we can keep in touch. ...
  2. a Public ID – this is how you'll be known in your games, on our websites, and on our forums at Answers HQ.
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Can my Origin account expire?

'If you have not used your Entitlements or Account for twenty four (24) months or more and your Account has associated Entitlements, your Entitlements will expire and your Account may be cancelled for non-use,' say the terms.
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Does Origin ban accounts?

Electronic Arts has revised its ban policy for Origin accounts, altering its terms and conditions so that users who transgress rules and have their account banned or suspended can still access their single player content. Access to online multiplayer will still be unavailable until a player's account is reinstated.
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Does deleting Origin delete the Sims?

No, your Sims 4 files will be safe when you delete the origin client. The uninstallation of the Origin client will not remove local save game files and will certainly not delete online saves. You will be completely safe!
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What happens if I reset Origin?

After restarting with Reset Origin, the following happens: The application code is deleted, and as a result the application has no state. Variables are deleted, and the values are lost. Retain variables are deleted, and the values are lost.
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Can you Uninstall The Sims 4 and reinstall it Origin?

If you uninstall the Origin client from your computer, you won't be able to play any games or content downloaded until you reinstall it. This also means that you risk removing files that validate whether your games have the latest patch content and more.
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Why can't i Uninstall Sims 4?

If your game still won't work manually uninstall Origin, drag the Sims 4 from your Applications folder to the Trash, drag the Sims 4 folder from Documents > Electronic Arts onto your desktop (this is your user data like saves, CC etc.).
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Why did the Sims delete everything?

Why did Sims 4 delete all my mods? The game disables mods and CC when it updates, that's normal. You need to enable it again in the options menu, then exit and restart the game. Everything is still there in the mods folder, just disabled in game.
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How do you reset Sims 4 on Origin?

To reset your game:
  1. Go to My Documents.
  2. Find The Sims 4 folder.
  3. Click on it and press Delete.
  4. Confirm you want to delete the folder.
  5. Empty your Recycle Bin.
  6. Restart your computer.
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How do you restart Origin?

To reset the origin:
  1. Select multiple pipelines from the Home page, or view a single pipeline in the pipeline canvas.
  2. Click the More icon, and then click Reset Origin.
  3. In the Reset Origin Confirmation dialog box, click Yes to reset the origin.
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What happens if I Uninstall sims from Origin?

You won't loose game progress, game saves or your custom content.
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How do I create another Origin account?

The easiest way to get a new account with us is to go online, this only takes a few minutes. We sometimes offer bonus discounts if you sign up online too. See what's available in your area by heading to Compare plans. You can then pick the plan that suits you best.
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Can I give my Origin account to someone else?

EA grants you a personal, limited, non-transferable, revocable and non-exclusive license to use the EA Services to which you have access for your non-commercial use, subject to your compliance with this Agreement." It's also worth keeping in mind that: "You are responsible for the activity on your EA Account.
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Is it legal to share an Origin account?

Account sharing isn't allowed. You cannot log into the same Origin account on two computers at the same time. You will need to purchase a second copy of the game if you want to play at the same time. The other option would be working out a schedule so that you don't play simultaneously.
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Does Steam still use Origin?

Steam-native games

Native games on Steam don't need Origin to launch, but you can only play with friends on the same platform as you. For example, if your friend is playing on Steam, you'll need to play the game on Steam too.
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Did EA buy out Origin?

EA also bought Origin Systems for $37 million in 1992.
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