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Will I lose games if I delete user on switch?

Deleting a user account from a Nintendo Switch console will also delete any save data that is associated with that account and saved to the console. Data deleted from a console cannot be restored unless it is first backed up using the Save Data Cloud backup feature.
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Can you recover a deleted user on Nintendo Switch?

You may reactivate your account for a period of 30 days after deletion. Once the 30-day time frame has passed, the account will be permanently deleted and cannot be restored. Nintendo Accounts for children can only be reactivated through the parent/guardian's account.
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Do Switch games stay with account?

Purchases on the Nintendo Switch eShop are tied to the Nintendo Account that made the purchase. You can register one primary console per Nintendo Account. Once you've registered a primary console, your digital purchases can be played by anyone that uses the primary console.
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What happens when you delete a user on Nintendo Switch Animal Crossing?

Deleting your character will erase all traces of them off the island. Villagers won't talk about them, and their house (or tent) will be completely removed. We advise you to drop any items or Bells you might need before deleting the character.
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How do I remove a user from a Switch?

Complete These Steps:
  1. Select “System Settings” from the HOME Menu.
  2. Scroll down to highlight “Users,” then select the appropriate user account to access the Profile Settings.
  3. Scroll down to the bottom of the settings and select “Delete User.” ...
  4. Check the box next to “Delete,” then select “Next.” ...
  5. Select “Delete this User.”
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How to Delete User Profile on Nintendo Switch (Don't Lose Games!)

Can you change user on switch?

Selecting/Changing the user

If you want to change user in the middle of playing, press the HOME Button to return to the HOME Menu, then select "(Y) Change User". The current user's game will be closed and you'll be able to select a different user.
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Can you link multiple Users to the same Nintendo Account?

No, you cannot link multiple Nintendo Network IDs to a Nintendo Account. Only one Nintendo Network ID can be linked to a Nintendo Account.
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How do I get my Animal Crossing account back after Deleting it?

Select the island you wish to restore on your Nintendo Switch system, then select Recover Data. Select Yes, please to confirm you are ready to restore the selected island backup. If you started a new island on your Nintendo Switch, it will be lost and replaced with your island backup.
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Does Deleting Animal Crossing delete data?

Once you delete your game, you will lose all of your items and you will have to go through all the hoops you went through before to get them back - not ideal.
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What happens if I delete my Nintendo account?

Deleting a Nintendo Account will result in loss of all data associated to it, including but not limited to: Mission status, points and rewards in the My Nintendo rewards program. Digital content that you purchased or acquired and that is linked to your Nintendo Account, including in-app content and coins.
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Can you lose digital Switch games?

All games you buy digitally are stored via your Nintendo Account ID, so you can just redownload them as many times as you want when you delete games to free up space, no problem. You can't lose a digital game since it's right there on your system.
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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.
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Are Switch games saved to console or account?

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.
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How do you restore a deleted user account?

In the admin center, go to the Users > Deleted users page. On the Deleted users page, select the user that you want to restore, and then select Restore. On the Restore page, follow the instructions to set the password and select Restore.
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How do I recover lost switch games?

Open the microSD card on your computer. Copy the backup folder saved on your computer to the SD card. Eject the SD card from computer and insert it into the Nintendo Switch console. Turn on the console and access the recovered games.
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How do I recover game data on Nintendo Switch?

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.
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What is the difference between archiving and deleting on Switch?

That being said, archiving makes it just a little bit easier to go back to a game you've removed should you decide to reinstall and play again. When a game is deleted, all evidence of it is gone from your Switch (aside from saved data and saved screenshots or videos).
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Does Animal Crossing have save data cloud?

As of the 1.4. 0 Update you can now back up your island via Cloud Saves. Here's how to make sure you never lose your Animal Crossing: New Horizons Island. Island Backups require a subscription to Nintendo Online.
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What does archiving mean on Switch?

Archiving will allow you to delete downloaded software in order to free up space while preserving the software icon on the HOME Menu.
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Will I lose my Animal Crossing island if I get a new Switch?

There are two options to transfer your save data for the Animal Crossing™: New Horizons game to another Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, or Nintendo Switch Lite system. You can either transfer your full island save data—including everything on it—or individual player data—that is, just a player resident.
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Can you have a second account on Animal Crossing?

However, Kyogoku told IGN you can make up to eight playable accounts on one Nintendo Switch and they will be able to live on the same island. You cannot have multiple islands, however.
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Can you delete second account on Animal Crossing?

Press '-' Speak to Tom Nook. Delete Resident Registration. Select the resident you'd like to delete.
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Can one Switch have two primary accounts?

Please note that you can register one primary console per Nintendo Account. Once you've registered a primary console, your digital purchases can be played by anyone that uses the primary console.
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Can you have 2 Nintendo Accounts on one Switch?

Please note that you can link up to 8 Nintendo Accounts to a single Nintendo Switch console. Games that you've purchased are playable by everyone on the active Nintendo Switch console for your Nintendo Account. You may find information about moving your Nintendo Account (and purchases) between consoles, helpful.
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Can multiple users play the same game on Nintendo Switch?

Other user accounts on the same Switch cannot access any of the downloaded games even when online. Only the main account connected to the eshop purchase can. You cannot play the same downloaded game at the same time on your primary and a secondary Switch.
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