Can you link EA accounts?
The answer to linking EA accounts is a bit complex, as Electronic Arts (EA) has specific rules and limitations in place, allowing only one of each platform to be linked to an EA account in its lifetime, but you can create a new EA account to link an additional account. If you try to link multiple accounts, you’ll receive a message indicating that linked accounts have been found, and you won’t be able to add more accounts to your existing EA account.
Understanding EA Account Linking
To provide more clarity on EA account linking, let’s dive into some frequently asked questions that gamers often have.
FAQs
1. Can I transfer one EA account to another?
You can’t move your games or personas to another account yourself, but if you decide to merge your accounts, you can contact EA support for assistance.
2. Can 2 people use the same EA account?
Only one person can use an EA account at a time, and account sharing is not allowed according to the EA Terms of Service.
3. Does EA allow account sharing?
No, account sharing is not permitted, as stated in the EA Terms of Service, and it’s recommended that each player has their own EA account.
4. Can you transfer EA Play to another account?
When you unlink a platform account from your EA account, you can link it to another EA account, but your in-game progress won’t transfer over, resulting in the loss of games, DLC, and expansions.
5. How to Link Your EA Account to PSN or Xbox
To link your EA account to PSN or Xbox, follow the new method for 2023, which involves signing in to your EA account and following the prompts to link your platform account.
6. Can I use my EA account on two computers?
An EA account can only be used by one person, and it’s not possible to access the same account on multiple systems at the same time.
7. Can an EA account only be linked to one account in its lifetime?
Yes, each EA account can only have one of each platform linked to it in its lifetime, meaning you can’t link multiple PSN or Xbox accounts to the same EA account.
8. Will I lose progress if I unlink my EA account?
Yes, when you unlink a platform account from your EA account, you’ll lose access to your in-game progress, games, and DLC.
9. Will deleting my EA account unlink it?
Account deletion removes your EA account from the system, deletes your progress, and prevents you from using linked platform accounts on another EA account.
10. How many people can use the same Origin account?
Only one person can have the Origin account open at a time, and account sharing can lead to issues with save games and online features.
11. Can I have both EA and Origin?
Yes, you can have both EA Desktop and Origin installed, but you can’t use them at the same time, and some games or features might only be available on one platform.
12. Can I have Origin on 2 computers?
You can run Origin on multiple computers, but you’ll need to ensure that you’re not violating the EA Terms of Service by account sharing.
13. Can I play 2 games at once on Origin?
No, playing multiple games at once on Origin is not possible without violating the EA Terms of Service, which states that Origin accounts are for personal use only.
14. Can I link my EA Play account to Steam?
Yes, you can link your EA Play account to Steam by signing in to Steam, launching an EA game, and following the prompts to link your EA account.
15. Is EA Play on both Steam and Origin?
Yes, EA Play is available on both Steam and Origin, as well as on Xbox One and PlayStation 4, but your membership is tied to the platform you joined on.