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How to Delete an Account on Your Nintendo Switch

How to Delete an Account on Your Nintendo Switch
Diego Kafie

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Wondering how to remove a user profile from your Nintendo Switch? You’re in the right spot! We’ll guide you through the steps to delete an account on your Nintendo Switch, making it as simple as pie.

Need to know how to delete an account on your Nintendo Switch? Whether you’re clearing space or saying goodbye to a profile, keep reading for the easy steps!

Quick Steps to Delete a Nintendo Switch Account

Deleting an account on your Nintendo Switch isn’t rocket science. First, make sure your Switch is on. Then, from the Home screen, select ‘System Settings’ – it looks like a gear icon. Scroll down and select ‘Users,’ then choose the user profile you want to remove. Now, just hit ‘Delete User’ at the bottom. If asked, enter your Parental Controls PIN.

What happens next? You’ll see an option to ‘Delete.’ If the account is linked to a Nintendo Account, it’ll ask if you want to unlink it. You can choose to keep the Nintendo Account for use on other devices or delete it altogether. Confirm your choice, and voila, the account is gone!

Why Deleting Your Nintendo Switch Account and Playing Playbite Go Hand in Hand

Now that you’ve freed up some space on your Nintendo Switch, how about filling your time with something equally fun and rewarding? Enter Playbite – the app where playing games can earn you awesome rewards, like Nintendo eShop Gift Cards! With Playbite, you can enjoy casual mobile games and get the chance to win prizes you can use to buy new games or goodies on your Nintendo Switch. Sounds like a win-win, right?

Why wait any longer? Download the Playbite app now and dive into a world of fun games and fabulous rewards. Who knows? Your next Nintendo eShop Gift Card could be just a few games away. Happy gaming!

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