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Why does Epic Games say my Nintendo Account is already linked?

This error occurs on Epic Games' website when trying to link a Nintendo Account to an Epic Games account that was previously linked to a different Nintendo Account. Once you've linked your Nintendo Account to your Epic Games account, you will not be able to link a different Nintendo Account to it.
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Why does it say my Nintendo Account is already linked?

If you receive this message when trying to link a Nintendo Network ID (NNID) to a Nintendo Account, it is likely that your email address is currently linked to multiple NNID's. Please change the email address on your NNID to one that has not been registered to additional accounts, then try again.
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Why is my Epic Games account already linked?

This means that when you first played on your console, you selected not to register an Epic Games account, and an Epic Games account was automatically created for you using your console log-in credentials. This allows you to play and save your game progress and purchases for the next time you play on your console.
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How do I delete a Nintendo Account already linked Epic Games?

After you have signed into your account on Epic Game's website, select "Connected Accounts" from the options on the left. Select the "Disconnect" option below the Nintendo Switch icon. If you have not done so yet, you will need to verify your e-mail address prior to disconnecting your Nintendo Account.
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Can you unlink a Nintendo Switch account from Epic Games?

Visit your Connected Accounts page. Click REMOVE below the console or platform account you want to unlink.
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Why can't i unlink a account from Epic Games?

If you received this error, it means there is a restriction that prevents you from linking a new platform account if the same platform type was previously linked to your Epic Games account. To resolve this error, you can re-link your original platform account.
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How do I unlink my Fortnite account from a switch?

After you have signed into your account on Epic Game's website, select "Connected Accounts" from the options on the left. Select the "Disconnect" option below the Nintendo Switch icon. If you have not done so yet, you will need to verify your e-mail address prior to disconnecting your Nintendo Account.
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Why can't i switch accounts on Epic Games?

In order to completely switch your primary Epic Games account, you'll need to first unlink any accounts from consoles (for example, unlink your Switch from its own Epic Games account), then link that console to your primary account (for example, link your Switch to your PlayStation's Epic Games account).
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Why can't I unlink My Nintendo account?

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.
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Can I have 2 linked Nintendo Accounts?

How many Nintendo Accounts can I have on one Nintendo Switch console? Up to 8 Nintendo Accounts can be linked to a Nintendo Switch console at a time.
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How do I relink my Epic account to a switch?

Click on Sign-in in the top right corner and sign into your Epic Games account. Hover over your display name and click Account. Click on Connect for the account that you want to link to your Epic account. Click on Link Account.
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How do I link my existing Fortnite account to Epic Games?

How do I link my console account to my Epic Games account using my console?
  1. Launch Fortnite on your console.
  2. Click on Link an account.
  3. Enter the code on this site using your smartphone or computer.
  4. Click on Continue.
  5. Sign-in to your Epic Games account.
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Can I merge 2 Fortnite accounts?

Can You Merge Fortnite Accounts In 2023? Fortnite accounts can no longer be merged. This process, which was allowed for a short time when cross-play support was first announced, is now banned according to official information.
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What does unlinking an Epic account do?

Your game progress is stored directly on your Primary Account. If you disconnect this Primary Account, other linked accounts won't be able to access it any longer. Once you disconnect, you won't be able to connect a different platform of the same type to the same Epic Games Account.
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Can I have 2 accounts for Epic Games?

You can create up to 4 child profiles on your Epic Home account!
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What happens when you link 2 Epic Games accounts?

Your accounts are now all connected, and you can continue to play. If you unlock gear, progress, or anything else on one console, you'll see it on your other platforms as well. If you're playing with friends, then you can continue playing with them regardless of what platform you're using.
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How do I unlink my Nintendo Account?

Go to the Nintendo Account website and sign in to your Nintendo Account. Click User info, then scroll down to the Linked accounts section and click Edit. To unlink an NNID from your Nintendo Account, click the checkmark next to Nintendo Network ID to remove the link.
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How do I transfer my Fortnite account to another Nintendo Account?

Fire up your Nintendo switch and open Fortnite using the Nintendo account you want to “transfer” the Epic Games account to. Sign in with the Epic Games account you want to “transfer” and follow the instructions to confirm your account with Epic Games. Once that is done, Fortnite should sign in with your account.
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Does Epic delete accounts?

If you do not reactivate it, after 14 days your account will be permanently deleted. If you are a parent who wants to delete their child's account, the quickest and easiest way to do it is by following the steps below. Another option is to submit a request through Player Support from here.
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Can you use the same Epic account on two different Nintendo systems?

Yes. As long as you've linked your Xbox, PlayStation, PC, Switch or Mobile account to your Epic Games account, any content you purchased (except V-Bucks) and progress you make is accessible across all platforms. Note: Each console/platform must be linked to the same Epic Games account.
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Why won't Epic Games accept my email?

Check your spam folders. Note: If you have marked the support.epicgames.com domain as spam or blocked the address, refer to your email service provider's support page for steps to unblock the address or unmark it as spam.
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