How to Unlink a Nintendo Account from Your Switch
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Are you trying to figure out how to unlink a Nintendo account from your Switch? Whether you’re selling your console or just want to switch accounts, you’re in the right place.
Let’s talk about how you can unlink a Nintendo account from your Nintendo Switch console in a few easy steps.
Quick and Easy Steps to Unlink
First things first, you’ll need to access the console’s settings. Turn on your Switch and tap on the ‘System Settings’ icon on the home menu. It looks like a little gear.
Next, scroll down the sidebar until you find ‘Users.’ Select this, and then choose the user profile that’s linked to the Nintendo account you wish to unlink. Here, you’ll find an option to ‘Unlink Nintendo Account.’ It’s a simple click away! Just confirm your choice, and voilà, your account will be unlinked from the console.
Bringing Playbite Into the Mix
Now that you’ve mastered unlinking a Nintendo account, why not dive into the world of Playbite? This app is a treasure trove of fun, offering a variety of casual mobile games that you can play to earn rewards. One of those coveted rewards? Nintendo eShop Gift Cards! Imagine playing fun games and earning towards your next game purchase. Download the Playbite app and start playing your way towards fun and rewards.

In case you’re wondering: Playbite simply makes money from (not super annoying) ads and (totally optional) in-app purchases. It then uses that money to reward players with really cool prizes!
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