How to Link a Device to Your Nintendo Account
To link a device to your Nintendo account, simply select your user icon from the HOME Menu, then choose Profile and Link Nintendo Account, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process. This will allow you to access various online features, including digital games and Nintendo eShop purchases, on your linked device.
Understanding the Linking Process
The process of linking a device to your Nintendo account is straightforward and can be completed in a few steps. It is essential to note that you can link your Nintendo Account to multiple consoles, but you can only activate one primary console per account.
Frequently Asked Questions
Linking Multiple Devices
- Can I link my Nintendo account to another console?: Yes, you can link your Nintendo Account to multiple consoles, and play digital games you’ve purchased on any Nintendo Switch console linked to your account.
- Can a Nintendo Account be linked to 2 devices?: Yes, you can link your Nintendo Account to multiple consoles, but only one can be the primary console at a time.
- How many devices can I link my Nintendo account to?: A Nintendo Account family group allows up to 8 Nintendo Account users to connect together into one group.
Managing Linked Devices
- How do I connect my smart device to my Nintendo Switch?: Use the camera on your smart device to scan the QR code displayed on your Nintendo Switch.
- How do I get a 6-digit code for my Nintendo Switch?: Use the smart device app to scan the QR code displayed on your Nintendo Account screen.
- Can you unlink a Nintendo Account from a Switch?: Once a Nintendo Account is linked to a user account, this link cannot be undone without deleting the associated user account.
Primary Console Settings
- How do I make my Switch my primary console?: Use your Nintendo Account to access the Nintendo eShop on the console you want to be the primary console, and the system will automatically be set as the primary console.
- What happens if I have two primary consoles?: You can only have one primary console per Nintendo Account at any given time.
Game Sharing and Purchases
- Can I have my games on two Switches?: Yes, purchases made using a Nintendo Account can be redownloaded and played on any Nintendo Switch console it is linked to.
- Do I have to buy a game twice if I have two Switches?: Yes, you need one copy for each console, but you can game share between two Switch systems with digital copies of the game.
Network and Connectivity
- Why won’t my Nintendo Switch connect to my network device?: Restarting your network devices may resolve this issue, and try moving any metal objects or electronic devices away from your Nintendo Switch console and wireless router.
- How do I manually connect my Nintendo Switch to Wi-Fi?: Complete the steps in the System Settings to manually connect to a Wi-Fi network.
Parental Controls and Account Management
- How do I add a device to my Nintendo parental controls?: Launch the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app on your iOS or Android device and tap the + icon to add a Nintendo Switch console.
- Can I set up two Switches on one account?: Yes, create a new local account on your Switch and link it to your existing Nintendo Account.
Troubleshooting and Error Codes
- What is error code 2110-1115?: This error code typically indicates that a part or feature of the Nintendo Switch console used to connect to the internet is not working properly, and you may need to restart your network devices or check for interference from metal objects or electronic devices.