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Nintendo Switch 2: Information for Parents

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  1. Can I Restrict Credit Card Purchases on My Child’s Nintendo Account?

     Depending on the type of software, purchases can be restricted through the Nintendo Account and/or Nintendo Network ID (NNID) that is linked to the child's account. Nintendo Switch 2/Nintendo... KA ID: 19621 Meta-Answer ID: 17615

  2. Using Parental Controls on Nintendo Systems

     Information Parental controls on Nintendo systems allow you to manage what your child can and cannot use on their system. Along with restricting games by rating, you can manage access to account and... KA ID: 10530 Meta-Answer ID: 10529

  3. Guide for Parents/Guardians: Getting Started with GameChat on Nintendo Switch 2

     Follow these steps to help get your child started with GameChat. Information GameChat is a Nintendo Switch 2 feature that allows users to voice chat and video chat with their friends, as well as share their screen and play games together. A Nintendo Switch... KA ID: 68418 Meta-Answer ID: 55094

  4. Parental Controls for Epic Games Software on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch

     Learn the differences between parental controls offered on Nintendo Switch 2, on Nintendo Switch, and through Epic Games. Frequently asked questions What are the differences between parental controls on Nintendo Switch 2, on Nintendo Switch, and through Epic Games? How do I restrict access to the various... KA ID: 64137 Meta-Answer ID: 51178

  5. Why Do Children of Certain Ages Have to Join a Parent/Guardian’s Account?

     In compliance with legal guidelines in various countries, Nintendo does not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian that wishes to allow your child... KA ID: 19626 Meta-Answer ID: 19088

  6. How to Grant or Deny GameChat Video-Chat Permission in the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls App

     Follow these steps to use the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app to review requests from your child to enable their video camera while using GameChat. Before you start You must set up GameChat parental controls before your child can use GameChat and send requests to use the camera. Camera use must not be fully disabled by your parental controls... KA ID: 68348 Meta-Answer ID: 55024

  7. What Is Quebec's Law 25?

     Law 25 is a Quebec law that applies to the online collection of personal information from children under 14 years of age. Before children age 13 and under can participate in any online activities... KA ID: 66356 Meta-Answer ID: 53229
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