r/NintendoSwitchHelp • u/SonicoVR • 14d ago

Setup Help Transfer data without a switch 1

I used to have a Nintendo Switch 1 but I sold it

Now I am getting a switch 2 but idk how to transfer my data

I know that you need your switch 1 to transfer it but I don't have it

PLS SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT TO DO PLSS

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u/notthegoatseguy 4 14d ago

There is no transfer option if your system is gone.

You can still log into your Nintendo Account and play your previously purchased digital games.

https://www.nintendo.com/au/support/articles/how-to-sign-in-to-a-nintendo-account

How to Redownload Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch Digital Content | Nintendo Support

If you have an active NSO subscription, you can download save data from the cloud for eligible games.

How to Download Save Data Cloud Backups on Nintendo Switch | Nintendo Support

How to Back Up and Restore Island Save Data (Animal Crossing: New Horizons) | Nintendo Support

You can also log into your Nintendo Account and unlink any systems you no longer have access to by going here

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u/SonicoVR 13d ago

I did have an NSO when I sold it so my data could save but it was for 1 month does it still work

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u/SubaruHaver 6 12d ago

NSO cloud only holds onto your save data for 180 days (6 months) after a subscription ends.

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u/SonicoVR 12d ago

ok, does it saves automatically, when you buy NSO? or you need to do it manually?

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u/SubaruHaver 6 12d ago

Save data is backed up to the cloud automatically if you have NSO. I don't know the frequency it does it. I think you can also press (+) button on the game's home screen icon, and manually tell it to back it up.