How To Add Someone To Nintendo Family Plan

So, you're ready to spread the Nintendo love? Awesome! Adding someone to your Nintendo Switch Online Family Membership is easier than beating a Goomba! Let's get you set up to share the joy.

First Things First: The Account

Make sure you are the Admin of the family group. This is the grown-up job! You're the one with the power, like Princess Peach holding the key to the Mushroom Kingdom.

Grab your Nintendo Switch. It's time to navigate into the settings and claim your digital crown!

Head to Nintendo Account Settings

Turn on your Switch, and navigate to the System Settings. Find the icon that looks like a gear – it's your entry point to gaming glory.

Scroll down and tap on Users. There you will find the account associated with your Nintendo Switch Online Family Membership.

Family Group Shenanigans

Select your account. Now it's time for some family management fun! Choose Nintendo Account Settings.

A browser window will magically appear. This might take a moment. Be patient, like waiting for your soup to cool down after Mario breathes fire on it.

Log in to your Nintendo Account. Use the email address and password associated with the account. Prepare to be amazed!

Adding a New Family Member

Once logged in, you'll find yourself in your Nintendo Account settings. Look for Family Group on the left-hand side.

Click on it! You are about to expand your digital empire.

Invite, Invite, Invite!

Now, look for the Add Member button. It's like extending a virtual invitation to the coolest club in town!

You’ll see two options. Either invite someone to your family group, or create a child account for a young gamer in your life. The choice is yours!

If you’re adding someone who already has a Nintendo Account, select "Invite someone to your family group". This is usually the easiest route.

Enter the email address associated with their Nintendo Account. Double-check it! You don't want to accidentally invite Bowser to your family picnic.

The Waiting Game (Briefly!)

An email invitation will be sent to the lucky recipient. Tell them to check their inbox!

They'll need to click the link in the email and accept the invitation to join your Nintendo Switch Online Family Membership. It’s like accepting a quest in a video game, only much easier!

Once they accept, BAM! They're in! They can now enjoy all the glorious benefits of Nintendo Switch Online. Online play, retro games, and more await!

For the Young Padawans: Creating a Child Account

If you're adding a child who doesn't have a Nintendo Account, select "Create a child account". This is important for managing their online activity and ensuring they're having safe fun.

You'll need to enter their birthdate and other required information. This is all part of responsible parenting in the digital age.

Create a username and password for their account. Make sure it’s something they can remember, but also something safe and secure.

Follow the prompts to set up parental controls. This lets you manage what games they can play, how long they can play, and who they can interact with online. You're like a super-powered guardian angel!

Once the account is created, they're automatically added to your Nintendo Switch Online Family Membership. Congratulations, you are officially a family gaming powerhouse!

Troubleshooting Tips

If someone isn't receiving the invitation, double-check the email address. Typos are the bane of digital existence!

Make sure the person you're inviting doesn't already belong to another Nintendo Switch Online Family Membership. You can't be in two families at once... unless you're secretly a superhero with a double life!

And if all else fails, Nintendo's support website is your best friend. They have guides and FAQs to help you through any sticky situation.

Now go forth and share the Nintendo fun! Happy gaming!