How do I create a switch account for my child?

Why does Nintendo charge for child account?

A one-time fee of $0.50 is charged to verify that a parent or guardian has provided consent. This one-time payment is a commonly used and accepted parental control method required so that parents have the chance to see the payment on their credit card statement, and to alert Nintendo if consent was improperly provided.

Can you make a Nintendo Account under 18?

Nintendo Account users age 18 and older can create and add up to five Nintendo Accounts for children (age 17 and under) to their Nintendo Account. Users age 12 and under cannot create a Nintendo Account. They can only be created within an existing parent/guardian’s Nintendo Account.

Can my child use my Nintendo online account?

No, there’s no restriction. A parent account must purchase the Family Membership, but then any Nintendo Account of any age in the Family Group (including Child Accounts) can use the Nintendo Switch Online services.

Can a child have a Nintendo Account?

Nintendo Accounts for children can be created for users age 0 through 17. General Nintendo Accounts can only be created by users age 13 and older who have an email account. Nintendo Accounts for children can be linked to a Nintendo Network ID only.

Can a 13 year old have a Nintendo Switch account?

Nintendo Accounts can only be created by users age 16 and older. However, Nintendo Account users age 18 and older can create and add up to five Nintendo Accounts for children (age 17 and under) to their Nintendo Account.

Are Nintendo accounts free?

A Nintendo Account is a free account that provides exclusive services and features to members. an exclusive customer reward program called My Nintendo that provides points back on purchases, digital goodies, discounts, and more.

How old do you have to be to create a Nintendo Account?

age 13 and older

Do I need a Nintendo Account for each user?

Nintendo Accounts can only be created by users age 13 and older who have an e-mail account.

How much does Nintendo Account cost?

On the primary console, any other users can play the games you downloaded with your Nintendo Account. On non-primary consoles, only your Nintendo Account can access these games. However, please note that a Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to use the Save Data Cloud service.

How much does it cost to make a Nintendo Account?

Individual Membership
1 Month 3 Months 12 Months
$3.99 USD $7.99 USD $19.99 USD
Save $3.982 Save $27.89

How many users can be linked to a Nintendo Account?

Here’s what to expect. As previously announced, Nintendo Switch Online ranges in price: $3.99 for a month, $7.99 for three months, $19.99 for a year, and family plans that costs $34.99 (provided there are at least two accounts) — but users can get a seven day free trial to start.

Do I need two Nintendo online accounts?

8 user accounts

Does each switch user need an online account?

Up to 8 user accounts can be created on the Nintendo Switch. A user account can also be linked to a Nintendo Account at any time after it is created. Once a Nintendo Account is linked to the account, the system’s online features will be available.

How do I add a family member to my Nintendo Account?

Players using a family membership can access the Nintendo Switch Online service via the same Nintendo Switch system or multiple systems – everyone does not have to use the same system. Multiple users on the same console are not automatically covered by a family membership.

How do I link Nintendo Accounts?

You will be able to log into multiple Nintendo Switches with your Nintendo Switch account even without an Online Subscription. On Nintendo Switches that are not your primary console, you can play your digital games as long you retain an internet connection.

How do I use my Nintendo family membership?

Log in to your Sky account on your iOS or Android device. Press the cog icon in the top right corner of the game screen to open the Utility Menu and go to the ‘Account’ tab. In the account ‘Linking’ option, press the ‘Nintendo Account’ option, and then tap ‘Link’. Sign in to your Nintendo Online Account.