Important: A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required to utilize the Save Data Cloud service.
Note: When you become a Nintendo Switch Online member, automatic backup will be enabled for all compatible software. This setting can be adjusted for each game and user.
- Save data files can also be manually backed up from the game's software menu or from System Settings.
- Save data is unique to each user and is not transferable between users.
Complete These Steps:
To back up save data from the software menu:
- Open the game's software menu and select Save Data Cloud Backup.
- Select the desired user, then select Back Up Save Data.
To back up save data from within System Settings:
- From the HOME Menu, select System Settings, then Data Management, and finally Save Data Cloud Backup.
- Select the desired user. Tap the software to back up, then select Back Up Save Data.