Transferring Data Between Nintendo Accounts

Nintendo Switch owners who want to transfer their data from one account to another can do so relatively easily. This might be necessary if you are selling your Switch or giving it to a friend or family member.

Why Transfer Data?

There are several reasons why you might want to transfer data between Nintendo accounts. Perhaps you're selling your Switch and want to give the new owner a fresh start. Or maybe you're giving your Switch to a friend or family member and want to make sure they have all of your save data. Whatever the reason, transferring data between Nintendo accounts is a relatively simple process.

How to Transfer Data

To transfer data between Nintendo accounts, you'll need to use the Nintendo Switch Online app. Once you've downloaded and installed the app, open it and sign in with the account that you want to transfer data from.

Once you're signed in, tap on the "Settings" icon in the top-right corner of the screen. Then, select "Data Management" and then "Transfer Your User Data."

On the next screen, you'll be asked to select the account that you want to transfer data to. Once you've selected the account, tap on the "Transfer" button.

The data transfer process will then begin. Depending on the amount of data that you're transferring, the process could take several minutes or even hours.

Once the data transfer is complete, you'll be able to sign in to the new account and access all of your transferred data.

What Data Can Be Transferred?

The following types of data can be transferred between Nintendo accounts:

• Save data from games
• User settings
• Friend list
• Purchased games (digital only)
• Virtual Console games

What Data Cannot Be Transferred?

The following types of data cannot be transferred between Nintendo accounts:

• Mii data
• Screenshots
• Videos
• Themes
• Gold Points

Things to Consider Before Transferring Data

Before you transfer data between Nintendo accounts, there are a few things you should keep in mind:

• Once data has been transferred, it cannot be transferred back to the original account.
• Any data that is not compatible with the new account will be lost.
• If you have multiple Nintendo Switch consoles, you will need to transfer data to each console separately.

Tips and Tricks

Here are a few tips and tricks for transferring data between Nintendo accounts:

• If you're having trouble transferring data, try restarting the Nintendo Switch Online app.
• If you're transferring a large amount of data, it may be helpful to use a wired internet connection.
• If you're transferring data to a new Nintendo Switch console, make sure that the console is updated to the latest firmware version.

Conclusion

Transferring data between Nintendo accounts is a relatively simple process that can be completed in just a few minutes. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can easily transfer your data to a new account and continue playing your favorite games.

FAQs

Q: How long does it take to transfer data between Nintendo accounts?

A: The data transfer process can take several minutes or even hours, depending on the amount of data that is being transferred.

Q: Can I transfer data between Nintendo accounts on different consoles?

A: Yes, you can transfer data between Nintendo accounts on different consoles. However, you will need to transfer data to each console separately.

Q: What happens if I transfer data to an account that is already linked to a Nintendo Switch console?

A: If you transfer data to an account that is already linked to a Nintendo Switch console, the existing data on the console will be overwritten.