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Nintendo Switch App
The Nintendo Switch App is a convenient smart device app that helps you get even more out of your Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.
You can check which of your friends are online, and add new friends straight from your smart device using QR Codes. You can also check screenshots and videos captured on your Nintendo Switch 2 in the app, and share them on social media.
In addition, you can use game-specific services for supported titles to enhance your gameplay.
Important information
The name of the app will be changed from Nintendo Switch Online to Nintendo Switch App in late May 2025. If you already have the Nintendo Switch Online app on your smart device, it may be automatically updated or you may update it manually.
Some features, such as managing your friend list and sharing screenshots and videos on social media, will now be available regardless of whether you have a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership or not.
Check friends' status
Check your Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch friend list and see who's online from your smart device.
You can see which game they're playing, and get notifications when they come online.
In addition to exchanging friend codes, you can also register friends from a smart device using a dedicated QR Code.
Compatible consoles: Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch
Also available to those who are not members of the paid Nintendo Switch Online service.
Check and share screenshots and videos
You can send screenshots and videos from your Nintendo Switch 2 album over to the Nintendo Switch App.
Save your favourite screenshots or videos on your smart device. You can also share them on social media.
Compatible consoles: Nintendo Switch 2
Also available to those who are not members of the paid Nintendo Switch Online service.
Only the latest 100 screenshots or videos from the last 30 days can be viewed in the Nintendo Switch App.
Game-specific services
ZELDA NOTES
A game-specific service for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
Get even more out of your adventures in Hyrule with all sorts of features, such as voice navigation that helps you find Koroks and shrines. When you visit certain locations in the game, you can listen to commentary about your surroundings from Princess Zelda and other characters.
Compatible consoles: Nintendo Switch 2
Compatible games: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition,
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Also available to those who are not members of the paid Nintendo Switch Online service.
SplatNet 3
A game-specific service for Splatoon 3. You can check your battle history, the rules and stages currently in rotation in online multiplayer, and obtain more in-game gear.
Compatible consoles: Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch
Compatible games: Splatoon 3
A paid Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to use this feature.
NookLink
A game-specific service for Animal Crossing: New Horizons that lets you check your friends, design patterns, and more!
Compatible consoles: Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch
Compatible games: Animal Crossing: New Horizons
A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to use this feature.
Smash World
A game-specific service for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate that lets you check your spirits, watch videos, and more!
Compatible consoles: Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch
Compatible games: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to use this feature.
SplatNet 2
A game-specific service for Splatoon 2. You can check your battle history, the rules and stages currently in rotation in online multiplayer, and obtain more in-game gear.
Compatible consoles: Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch
Compatible games: Splatoon 2
A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to use this feature.
Voice chat in select Nintendo Switch games
When you start playing online with supported Nintendo Switch games using a Nintendo Switch console, a menu will be displayed within the Nintendo Switch App that lets you start voice chat with friends.
Please note that this feature is only compatible with Nintendo Switch. On Nintendo Switch 2, you can enjoy chatting with friends with GameChat, while playing either Nintendo Switch 2 games or Nintendo Switch games.
Further information
To use the Nintendo Switch App, a Nintendo Account linked with Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch is required. Users must be aged 13 or above and have a Nintendo Account in order to use the voice chat features of the Nintendo Switch App.
You can restrict features of the Nintendo Switch App, such as managing friends, using your smart device settings. It is not possible to restrict the features of this app using Nintendo Switch Parental Controls.
To use online services, you must create a Nintendo Account and accept the related agreement. The Nintendo Account Privacy Policy applies. Internet connection and paid Nintendo Switch Online membership required. Mobile phone number registration required to use GameChat. Children must get approval from a parent or guardian via the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app to use GameChat. Some online services may not be available in all countries.
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