How To Add Someone To Nintendo Switch Online Family Plan

Ready to Share the Switch Love? Let's Get Your Family Online!

So, you've got the Nintendo Switch Online family plan. Awesome! That means you're about to spread the gaming joy to your nearest and dearest.

Think of it like this: you're the captain of the SS Nintendo Funship, and you need to assign cabins to your crew. Don't worry, it's way easier than navigating the high seas!

Step 1: Become the All-Powerful Admin!

First things first, YOU need to be the account that actually *owns* the Nintendo Switch Online family membership. You're the boss! The big cheese!

This means you'll be working from the Nintendo Account website, not your Switch itself. Think of it like mission control.

Head over to accounts.nintendo.com. Prepare for your incredibly important admin duties!

Step 2: Log In Like the Super Star You Are

Use your Nintendo Account login info. Password, email, maybe a secret handshake with your computer. Whatever it takes!

If you've forgotten your password, don't panic. Just click that "Forgot Password" link. It happens to the best of us!

Step 3: Family Group Assembly!

Once you're logged in, look for the "Family Group" option. It might be hiding, but trust me, it's there. Think of it like a treasure hunt...for family fun!

Click on that magical "Family Group" button. This is where the real party starts!

Step 4: Add a New Player to the Game

You should see a glorious button that says "Add Member." Click it with the might of a thousand suns! Or, you know, just gently click it.

Now, Nintendo gives you two options. You can either invite someone who already has a Nintendo Account or create a new account for a child.

Choose wisely, young Padawan! Seriously, though, pick the option that fits your situation.

Step 5a: Inviting an Existing Account – The Speedy Route

If your friend or family member already has a Nintendo Account, simply enter the email address associated with their account.

Nintendo will send them a fancy-schmancy invitation. Tell them to check their inbox (and maybe their spam folder, just in case).

Once they accept the invitation, BAM! They're in the family! Get ready for some epic co-op adventures!

Step 5b: Creating an Account for a Child – The Protector Route

If you're creating an account for a child, you'll need to provide some info, like their birthday. Don't worry, Nintendo will keep everything safe and sound.

You'll also need to agree to some terms and conditions. It's the boring-but-necessary part of being a responsible adult.

Once you've completed the setup, your child will have their very own Nintendo Account, ready to join the family fun!

Step 6: Confirm and Celebrate!

Double-check that everyone is in your family group. Make sure no one got accidentally left out! Think of it like a headcount on a rollercoaster – you want everyone to have a seat.

Now that everyone's accounted for, pat yourself on the back! You've successfully added members to your Nintendo Switch Online family plan!

Time to celebrate with some virtual high-fives and maybe a real-life pizza party. You deserve it!

Troubleshooting: When Things Go a Little Wonky

Sometimes, things don't go exactly as planned. Maybe the invitation email got lost in the digital ether. Maybe someone's having trouble logging in.

Don't fret! Nintendo's support website is your friend. Head over there for helpful articles and troubleshooting tips. They're like the tech support superheroes of the Nintendo world.

And remember, patience is a virtue. Even adding someone to a Nintendo Switch Online family plan can have its hiccups, but you'll get there!