How Do I Cancel My Nintendo Family Online Plan?
Canceling your Nintendo Switch Online family plan is a straightforward process. There are a few different scenarios to consider based on how you initially set up and paid for your subscription. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps needed to cancel your family plan, based on your specific situation.
Cancel Nintendo Switch Online Family Plan
To get started, you’ll need to log into your Nintendo Account on the Nintendo website. Access your account settings by clicking on Nintendo Switch Online in the upper-left corner of your Nintendo Account dashboard.
Option 1: Manually Cancel Subscription
If someone else in your family group purchased your family membership, you can manually cancel your subscription by following these steps:
- Head over to your Nintendo Account settings
- Click on Family Group
- Select Leave Family Group in the lower-right corner
- Enter your password to confirm the change
Remember to note that canceling your family group will not automatically prevent the other members from accessing benefits. Each member will need to access their own account settings to manage their subscription individual.
Option 2: Cancel within the Nintendo Switch Online Hub
If you’re unable to access Nintendo Account settings or have trouble making changes, you can also cancel subscription directly within the Nintendo Switch Online service. Here’s how:
- Open up the Nintendo Switch Online app, either on your console or mobile phone
- Tap on the three Horizontal Lines icon on the top row
- Select Settings
- Access the Subscription section
- Tap Enable Automatic Renewal toggle to slide it to the "Off" or "Disable" position
- Proceed to confirm your decision
Now, let’s address some common roadblocks and frequently asked question:
Q: What happens to subscription benefits after cancelation?
Subscriptions benefits, such as subscription-based games, online multiplayer connections, and cloud saves, would be lost once your subscription is revoked. You’ll no longer have an active subscription, and any expired benefits will be removed.
Q: Refund Policy?
Typically, Nintendo offers a month-to-month subscription model when you cancel your family plan. Within the first 30 days, you’ve got a 14-day money guarantee. If you request a revocation within the 14-day stipulation, you can expect a full-month refund.
Q: Can Another Family Member Take Over the Subscription Services?
Yes, in the events of a family member wanting to take an active role in managing the subscription itself, they can do so by accessing there own account settings and selecting the "Create a Family Group" option during the subscription process.
Q. Can I Re-subscribe Immediately?
Yes, if you decide want to re-subscribe to the 30-day family plan, select the "Enable Automatic Renewal" toggle to re-enable features and benefits. Please note before re-subscribing, this will trigger the full 30-daily subscription payment.
Closing Thoughts
Canceling your Nintendo Switch online family plan is a straightforward process. By keeping track of your account settings and subscription-based services, you’ll have a easy time managing your online experience even after canceling.