Can a 15 year old have a Nintendo Account?

A 15-year-old can indeed have a Nintendo Account, as Nintendo Accounts can be created by users age 13 and older who have an email account. The account can be used to access various Nintendo services, including purchasing digital software, receiving a birthday discount, and redeeming My Nintendo points.

Understanding Nintendo Accounts for Minors

Creating a Nintendo Account for a Minor

To create a Nintendo Account for a minor, a parent or guardian must log in to their Nintendo Account and select “Family group” from the menu, then enter the child’s date of birth. If the child is 12 or younger, a one-time charge of $0.50 is required to verify parental consent.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the age range for creating a Nintendo Account? Nintendo Accounts can be created for users age 0 through 17, but general Nintendo Accounts can only be created by users age 13 and older who have an email account.
2. Can a 14-year-old have a Nintendo Account? Yes, a 14-year-old can have a Nintendo Account, as Nintendo Accounts can be created by users age 13 and older.
3. How do I create a Nintendo Account for a minor? To create a Nintendo Account for a minor, a parent or guardian must log in to their Nintendo Account, select “Family group”, and enter the child’s date of birth.
4. Can I change my child’s age on Nintendo Account? The birth date registered to a child account cannot be changed.
5. How do I change my child’s age on Nintendo Switch? Via the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app, tap “Console Settings”, then “Restriction Level”, and select the appropriate age of your child.
6. Can I add my daughter to my Nintendo Account? Each family group has one admin, who can add or remove members, including child accounts.
7. How do I remove age restrictions from my Nintendo account? Complete the steps in System Settings on the HOME Menu, scroll down to Parental Controls, and enter the Parental Control PIN number.
8. Should each kid have their own Nintendo Account? A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem My Nintendo points, and parents can create and manage individual Nintendo Accounts for children ages 12 and younger.
9. Can minors have a Nintendo Account? Nintendo Accounts for children can be created for users age 0 through 17, and can be linked to a Nintendo Network ID.
10. Does Nintendo Switch allow 18+ games? The Nintendo Switch allows 18+ games, and parents can restrict access to these games using the Parental Controls app.
11. What is the age range of Nintendo Switch users? The age range of Nintendo Switch users varies, with 31% of owners under 24 and 21% between 35-44 years old.
12. Why does my Switch say I am not eligible? If your Switch says you are not eligible, it may be because your date of birth indicates that you are under age 13.
13. Will I lose my games if I delete my Nintendo Account? If you delete your Nintendo Account, the digital games will remain, but they will be unplayable.
14. Can you have a Nintendo Account under 13? Nintendo Accounts can only be created by users age 13 and older, but parents can create child accounts for users under 13.
15. Can you have two Nintendo accounts on one Switch? Yes, you can link up to 8 Nintendo Accounts to a single Nintendo Switch console, and games purchased with one account can be played by everyone on the console.