{"id":534508,"date":"2025-05-20T02:12:44","date_gmt":"2025-05-20T02:12:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=534508"},"modified":"2025-05-20T02:12:44","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T02:12:44","slug":"what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the difference between primary and secondary ps4?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#Understanding_the_Difference_Between_Primary_and_Secondary_PS4_Consoles\" title=\"Understanding the Difference Between Primary and Secondary PS4 Consoles\">Understanding the Difference Between Primary and Secondary PS4 Consoles<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#Deep_Dive_into_Primary_vs_Secondary\" title=\"Deep Dive into Primary vs. Secondary\">Deep Dive into Primary vs. Secondary<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#Primary_PS4_The_Household_Hub\" title=\"Primary PS4: The Household Hub\">Primary PS4: The Household Hub<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#Secondary_PS4_Personal_Access\" title=\"Secondary PS4: Personal Access\">Secondary PS4: Personal Access<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#The_Importance_of_Activation_and_Deactivation\" title=\"The Importance of Activation and Deactivation\">The Importance of Activation and Deactivation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#Activating_Your_PS4_as_Primary\" title=\"Activating Your PS4 as Primary\">Activating Your PS4 as Primary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#Deactivating_Your_Primary_PS4\" title=\"Deactivating Your Primary PS4\">Deactivating Your Primary PS4<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#Remote_Deactivation\" title=\"Remote Deactivation\">Remote Deactivation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#The_Games_Learning_Society_and_Digital_Gaming\" title=\"The Games Learning Society and Digital Gaming\">The Games Learning Society and Digital Gaming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#1_Can_two_people_have_the_same_PS4_as_their_primary_console\" title=\"1. Can two people have the same PS4 as their primary console?\">1. Can two people have the same PS4 as their primary console?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#2_Can_I_play_my_games_on_a_non-primary_PS4\" title=\"2. Can I play my games on a non-primary PS4?\">2. Can I play my games on a non-primary PS4?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#3_What_happens_if_I_switch_my_primary_PS4\" title=\"3. What happens if I switch my primary PS4?\">3. What happens if I switch my primary PS4?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#4_Can_a_secondary_PS4_play_games_offline\" title=\"4. Can a secondary PS4 play games offline?\">4. Can a secondary PS4 play games offline?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#5_What_does_it_mean_when_my_games_are_locked_on_PS4\" title=\"5. What does it mean when my games are locked on PS4?\">5. What does it mean when my games are locked on PS4?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#6_How_many_PlayStation_consoles_can_I_have_my_account_on\" title=\"6. How many PlayStation consoles can I have my account on?\">6. How many PlayStation consoles can I have my account on?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#7_Can_I_play_PS4_games_from_another_account_on_the_same_PS4\" title=\"7. Can I play PS4 games from another account on the same PS4?\">7. Can I play PS4 games from another account on the same PS4?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#8_Are_PS4_games_linked_to_my_account_or_the_console\" title=\"8. Are PS4 games linked to my account or the console?\">8. Are PS4 games linked to my account or the console?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#9_What_happens_if_I_forget_to_deactivate_my_PS4_before_selling_it\" title=\"9. What happens if I forget to deactivate my PS4 before selling it?\">9. What happens if I forget to deactivate my PS4 before selling it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#10_Can_I_share_my_PlayStation_Plus_subscription_with_someone_on_a_secondary_PS4\" title=\"10. Can I share my PlayStation Plus subscription with someone on a secondary PS4?\">10. Can I share my PlayStation Plus subscription with someone on a secondary PS4?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#11_How_do_I_find_out_which_PS4_is_my_primary\" title=\"11. How do I find out which PS4 is my primary?\">11. How do I find out which PS4 is my primary?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#12_Can_I_change_my_primary_PS4_multiple_times\" title=\"12. Can I change my primary PS4 multiple times?\">12. Can I change my primary PS4 multiple times?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#13_Is_there_a_limit_to_the_number_of_secondary_accounts_on_a_primary_PS4\" title=\"13. Is there a limit to the number of secondary accounts on a primary PS4?\">13. Is there a limit to the number of secondary accounts on a primary PS4?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#14_What_happens_to_my_save_data_when_I_switch_primary_PS4_consoles\" title=\"14. What happens to my save data when I switch primary PS4 consoles?\">14. What happens to my save data when I switch primary PS4 consoles?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/#15_Can_my_games_be_locked_if_I_have_a_stable_internet_connection_and_play_only_on_primary\" title=\"15. Can my games be locked if I have a stable internet connection and play only on primary?\">15. Can my games be locked if I have a stable internet connection and play only on primary?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Difference_Between_Primary_and_Secondary_PS4_Consoles\"><\/span>Understanding the Difference Between Primary and Secondary PS4 Consoles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The distinction between a <strong>primary<\/strong> and <strong>secondary PS4<\/strong> console is crucial for understanding how digital game licenses and PlayStation Plus benefits are shared among users. In essence, a <strong>primary PS4<\/strong> acts as the central hub for your digital purchases, allowing anyone who uses that console to access your games and PlayStation Plus benefits. A <strong>secondary PS4<\/strong>, on the other hand, only allows the purchasing account to access the downloaded content. This system is designed to balance user convenience with the prevention of widespread game sharing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deep_Dive_into_Primary_vs_Secondary\"><\/span>Deep Dive into Primary vs. Secondary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let&#8217;s delve deeper into the core differences and functionalities associated with each designation:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Primary_PS4_The_Household_Hub\"><\/span>Primary PS4: The Household Hub<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Benefit Sharing:<\/strong> Activating a PS4 as your <strong>primary console<\/strong> allows anyone who uses that console to access the digital games and applications you&#8217;ve purchased from the PlayStation Store. This is ideal for families or households with multiple users who want to enjoy the same digital library.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>PlayStation Plus Access:<\/strong> Similarly, the benefits of your <strong>PlayStation Plus subscription<\/strong>, such as online multiplayer access and free monthly games, are extended to all users on your <strong>primary PS4<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Automatic Syncing:<\/strong> Your digital game purchases and save data are often automatically synced to your <strong>primary PS4<\/strong>, ensuring a seamless gaming experience.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Designation Limit:<\/strong> You can only designate one PS4 as your <strong>primary console<\/strong> at a time.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Secondary_PS4_Personal_Access\"><\/span>Secondary PS4: Personal Access<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Account-Specific Access:<\/strong> When you download a game on a <strong>secondary PS4<\/strong>, only the account that purchased the game can access it. Other users on that console will not be able to play the game unless they purchase it themselves.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>No Shared Benefits:<\/strong> The benefits of your <strong>PlayStation Plus subscription<\/strong> are not shared with other users on a <strong>secondary PS4<\/strong>. They will need their own subscription to access online multiplayer and other benefits.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Flexibility for Individual Use:<\/strong> This setup is perfect for individuals who have multiple PS4 consoles, such as one at home and another at a vacation home, or for those who simply prefer to keep their game library separate from other users.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Accessibility with Login:<\/strong> To play your games on a <strong>secondary PS4<\/strong>, you must be logged in to your PlayStation Network account.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Importance_of_Activation_and_Deactivation\"><\/span>The Importance of Activation and Deactivation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Managing your <strong>primary PS4<\/strong> activation is essential for maintaining control over your digital library and ensuring that you are adhering to Sony&#8217;s terms of service.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Activating_Your_PS4_as_Primary\"><\/span>Activating Your PS4 as Primary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Log in to your PlayStation Network account on the PS4 you wish to designate as <strong>primary<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Navigate to <strong>Settings > Account Management > Activate as Your Primary PS4<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Select <strong>Activate<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deactivating_Your_Primary_PS4\"><\/span>Deactivating Your Primary PS4<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Deactivating a PS4 as your <strong>primary console<\/strong> is important when you sell or give away the console, or when you want to switch your <strong>primary<\/strong> designation to another PS4.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log in to your PlayStation Network account on the PS4 you wish to deactivate.<\/li>\n<li>Navigate to <strong>Settings > Account Management > Activate as Your Primary PS4<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Select <strong>Deactivate<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Important Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You can only deactivate your consoles once every six months through the console itself.<\/li>\n<li>If you no longer have access to the console, you can deactivate all consoles remotely via the PlayStation Network website, but this can only be done once per year.<\/li>\n<li>Always deactivate your PS4 before selling or giving it away to protect your account and digital purchases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Remote_Deactivation\"><\/span>Remote Deactivation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your PS4 is no longer accessible, you can deactivate all devices tied to your account via the PlayStation Network website.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Sign in to PlayStation Network on a web browser.<\/li>\n<li>Go to <strong>Account Management<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Device Management<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Select <strong>PlayStation Systems<\/strong> and then <strong>Deactivate All Devices<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>This can only be done once per year, so use it wisely.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Games_Learning_Society_and_Digital_Gaming\"><\/span>The Games Learning Society and Digital Gaming<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Understanding the dynamics of <strong>primary<\/strong> and <strong>secondary console<\/strong> designations is also relevant to the broader conversation about digital game ownership and accessibility, topics that the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> often explores in its research. The way we access and share digital games has a significant impact on how we learn and interact with these virtual worlds.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Can_two_people_have_the_same_PS4_as_their_primary_console\"><\/span>1. Can two people have the same PS4 as their primary console?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, it is possible for two people to have the same PS4 set as their <strong>primary<\/strong> for their respective accounts. This means that each person\u2019s account is set to <strong>primary<\/strong> on the same physical PS4 console. This would allow each person to play the other&#8217;s games on that console, provided they have downloaded them.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Can_I_play_my_games_on_a_non-primary_PS4\"><\/span>2. Can I play my games on a non-primary PS4?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can play your games on a non-primary PS4. To do so, you need to be logged in to your PlayStation Network account on that console. However, only you will be able to play the games purchased under your account on that <strong>secondary<\/strong> console.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_happens_if_I_switch_my_primary_PS4\"><\/span>3. What happens if I switch my primary PS4?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you switch your <strong>primary PS4<\/strong> from one console to another, anyone who had access to your games on the previous <strong>primary PS4<\/strong> will no longer be able to play them unless they purchase the games themselves. Only the new <strong>primary PS4<\/strong> will allow other users to access your digital library.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Can_a_secondary_PS4_play_games_offline\"><\/span>4. Can a secondary PS4 play games offline?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, a <strong>secondary PS4<\/strong> can play games offline, but only if you have previously logged in to your PlayStation Network account and downloaded the games. Once downloaded, you can play them offline as long as you remain logged in.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_does_it_mean_when_my_games_are_locked_on_PS4\"><\/span>5. What does it mean when my games are locked on PS4?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your games are locked on your PS4, it means your account does not have the licenses for the game. This can occur if you didn&#8217;t purchase the game, if you do not own the game&#8217;s physical disc (if applicable), or if your PlayStation Plus subscription has expired, and the game was obtained through the PS Plus service.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_many_PlayStation_consoles_can_I_have_my_account_on\"><\/span>6. How many PlayStation consoles can I have my account on?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can log in to your PlayStation Network account on multiple PS4 consoles. However, you can only activate one PS4 as your <strong>primary console<\/strong> at a time.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Can_I_play_PS4_games_from_another_account_on_the_same_PS4\"><\/span>7. Can I play PS4 games from another account on the same PS4?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, if one account is set as <strong>primary<\/strong> on a PS4, other accounts on that same console can play downloaded games that are licensed to that <strong>primary<\/strong> account.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Are_PS4_games_linked_to_my_account_or_the_console\"><\/span>8. Are PS4 games linked to my account or the console?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>PS4 games are linked to your PlayStation Network account, not the console itself. When you purchase a digital game, the license is tied to your account, allowing you to download and play the game on any PS4 where you are logged in.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_What_happens_if_I_forget_to_deactivate_my_PS4_before_selling_it\"><\/span>9. What happens if I forget to deactivate my PS4 before selling it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you forget to deactivate your PS4 before selling it, you can deactivate all devices remotely via the PlayStation Network website. However, this can only be done once per year, so use it as a last resort.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Can_I_share_my_PlayStation_Plus_subscription_with_someone_on_a_secondary_PS4\"><\/span>10. Can I share my PlayStation Plus subscription with someone on a secondary PS4?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, the benefits of your PlayStation Plus subscription are only shared with other users on your <strong>primary PS4<\/strong>. Users on a <strong>secondary PS4<\/strong> will need their own subscription to access online multiplayer and other benefits.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_How_do_I_find_out_which_PS4_is_my_primary\"><\/span>11. How do I find out which PS4 is my primary?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Unfortunately, there isn\u2019t a direct way to view all active <strong>primary<\/strong> consoles directly. Sony does not display all active consoles to improve security. To check what console is activated as your <strong>primary PS4<\/strong>, log in to your account on each PS4 you own and check the &#8220;Activate as Your Primary PS4&#8221; setting. The PS4 that is activated will show an &#8220;Activate&#8221; option, while a <strong>secondary<\/strong> will show &#8220;Deactivate&#8221;.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Can_I_change_my_primary_PS4_multiple_times\"><\/span>12. Can I change my primary PS4 multiple times?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can change your <strong>primary PS4<\/strong> multiple times, but you are limited to deactivating consoles once every six months from the console itself. You can only deactivate all devices once per year through the website.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Is_there_a_limit_to_the_number_of_secondary_accounts_on_a_primary_PS4\"><\/span>13. Is there a limit to the number of secondary accounts on a primary PS4?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There is no specific limit to the number of <strong>secondary<\/strong> accounts that can be created on a <strong>primary PS4<\/strong>. However, practical limitations may apply based on the number of DualShock 4 controllers that can be connected simultaneously (up to four) and the available storage space.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_What_happens_to_my_save_data_when_I_switch_primary_PS4_consoles\"><\/span>14. What happens to my save data when I switch primary PS4 consoles?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Your save data is stored separately from the game licenses. You can transfer your save data to your new <strong>primary PS4<\/strong> using a USB drive, or by uploading it to PlayStation Plus cloud storage if you have a subscription.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Can_my_games_be_locked_if_I_have_a_stable_internet_connection_and_play_only_on_primary\"><\/span>15. Can my games be locked if I have a stable internet connection and play only on primary?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is uncommon for games to be locked on your <strong>primary PS4<\/strong> with a stable internet connection, but it can happen due to temporary server issues or account verification problems. Restarting your console and ensuring you are logged in to your account usually resolves the issue. This article aligns with the research on digital gaming and learning that is carried out by <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Understanding the Difference Between Primary and Secondary PS4 Consoles The distinction between a primary and secondary PS4 console is crucial for understanding how digital game licenses and PlayStation Plus benefits are shared among users. In essence, a primary PS4 acts as the central hub for your digital purchases, allowing anyone who uses that console to &#8230; <a title=\"What is the difference between primary and secondary ps4?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-the-difference-between-primary-and-secondary-ps4\/\" aria-label=\"More on What is the difference between primary and secondary ps4?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-534508","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/534508","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=534508"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/534508\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=534508"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=534508"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=534508"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}