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  1. How to Change Your Nintendo Account Sign-In Method Preference

     In this article, you'll learn how to change your Nintendo Account log in preference. Important: If you choose to log in with sign-in ID only, you will no longer be able to log in using your email address. Note Child Nintendo Accounts, and Supervised Nintendo Accounts that do not have... KA ID: 27219 Meta-Answer ID: 22195

  2. Unable to Sign In to Nintendo Account on Nintendo Applications for iOS Devices (iPhone, iPad, etc.)

     The information in this article can help when you are unable to sign in to a Nintendo Account using an iOS device, such as an iPhone, iPad, or iPod. Important: We have removed the ability to create or sign in to a Nintendo Account via Google or Apple accounts from an iOS Nintendo app in compliance with iOS App Store review guidelines. It is only... KA ID: 49661 Meta-Answer ID: 41591

  3. How to Create or Change a Sign-In ID for your Nintendo Account

     Steps for creating a Sign-In ID to use when signing in to your Nintendo Account. Complete these steps Is the sign-in ID for a standard Nintendo Account or a Nintendo Account for a child ? Nintendo Account Nintendo Account for a Child Go to the Nintendo Account website and... KA ID: 54505 Meta-Answer ID: 43402

  4. Nintendo Network ID Sign-In Discontinuation to Nintendo Account

     We would like to provide an update on the recent incidents of unauthorized access to some Nintendo Accounts. While there is no evidence that Nintendo’s databases, servers, or services were breached... KA ID: 49396 Meta-Answer ID: 41358

  5. Why Did I Receive a Notice About a New Device Sign-In?

     This notice means that your Nintendo Account was used to sign in on a Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PC, or smart device that has not been previously used with your account. The notice you... KA ID: 47211 Meta-Answer ID: 39588

  6. Discontinuation of the Use of Facebook or Twitter to Sign In to Your Nintendo Account

     Information As of October 25 , 2022, it is longer possible to link a Facebook or Twitter account to a Nintendo Account. This means that it is no longer possible to use a Facebook or Twitter account... KA ID: 59601 Meta-Answer ID: 47457

  7. Why Did I Receive a Nintendo Account Identity Verification Email?

     As an additional security measure, you may occasionally be required to enter a verification code when signing in to your Nintendo Account. When this happens, an email with the verification code is... KA ID: 53562 Meta-Answer ID: 42824

  8. Unable to Sign In to Nintendo Account Using Nintendo Network ID

     The information in this article can help when you are trying to sign in to your Nintendo Account but you are unable to use your Nintendo Network ID credentials. Note The ability to use a Nintendo Network ID to sign in to an existing Nintendo Account or to create a new Nintendo Account has been discontinued. We apologize for any inconvenience. It is still... KA ID: 49386 Meta-Answer ID: 41350

  9. How to Review 2-Step Verification Backup Codes for a Nintendo Account

     In this article, you'll learn how to view your 2-step verification backup codes, or generate new codes if you have used all of your backup codes. Complete these steps Go to the Nintendo Account website and sign in to your Nintendo Account. Select Sign-in and security settings , then scroll down to 2-Step Verification and select Edit Editar... KA ID: 62202 Meta-Answer ID: 49593

  10. How to Remove 2-Step Verification for a Nintendo Account

     Steps for removing 2-step verification using Google Authenticator from a Nintendo Account. Complete these steps Open the Nintendo Account website in your browser. Sign in to your Nintendo Account. Select Sign-in and security settings , then scroll down to "2-Step Verification". Select... KA ID: 56938 Meta-Answer ID: 45283
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