Nintendo Switch Parental Controls DON’T WORK! It took them to a website that literally generates the Master Key for the switch by typing the inquiry number into the site. The exact steps. This tool generates the 'master key' (unlock code) for 3DS, Wii U and Switch parental controls. Usually, one would have to contact Nintendo for this and explain the case, or have it emailed to the account holder on file. The main advantage of this tool is that it supports the current algorithm (10 character inquiry number). UPDATE Fixed it! You need an American serial number starting with XAW (mine started with XAJ which is invalid on Nintendo's 'Forgot PIN' page) to generate a master key and reset your PIN, it costs $0.50, however you must use the Inquiry number from the locked Switch console.
Nintendo Switch Parental Controls Master Key

The Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app lets users control settings for their Nintendo Switch systems. However, it does not include settings for this app or the Nintendo Switch Online app.
It’s only natural for parents to have questions about their kids and gaming.
That’s why Nintendo Switch has parental controls that let you set rules for using the system—so you can spend less time worrying and more time having fun. While some parental controls are available on the system itself, the free app gives you even more options.
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Nintendo Switch Parental Controls Master Key App
You can set limits on how long or how late the Nintendo Switch console can be used each day. When the time limit has been reached, an alarm notification will pop up on-screen.
The app will also tell you if the Nintendo Switch console stays on past this time limit. If needed, you can always set the system to automatically interrupt the game when the time’s up.
Parents can disable play time alarms and game suspension features temporarily or for a full day using their PIN.
When setting up your parental controls, you can choose from pre-set age categories for faster setup. Or, you can set custom options based on the age of your child. This way, only games that are appropriate for the age you select can be played on your system. (Parents may override this using their PIN).
You may also choose to “whitelist” specific games, excluding them from the Parental Controls Restricted Software setting. (Be sure your Nintendo Switch is updated to version 5.0.0 or latest, and your Nintendo Switch Parental Controls App is updated to version 1.5.0 or latest for this feature.)
If you’re wondering which games your family plays the most, you can see daily play times for each person, and even get a monthly report of most-played games.
You can also get push notifications when new games are downloaded.
Different games have different social and online features that you may want to consider.
With the parental controls app, you can:
- Limit sharing of in-game text or images per game
- Restrict the ability to post screenshots to social media
You may also set restrictions on who can make Nintendo eShop purchases via your Nintendo Account settings.* To get started, visit accounts.nintendo.com.
*Parents or guardians will need a Nintendo Account to access these settings. Visit the support page for details.
Internet connection required to use this app. Data charges may apply.
The Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app lets users control settings for their Nintendo Switch systems. However, it does not include settings for this app or the Nintendo Switch Online app, because apps run on smart devices rather than a Nintendo system. To set restrictions for your apps, please refer to your smart device settings.
*Parents or guardians will need a Nintendo Account to access these settings. Visit the support page for details.
Internet connection required to use this app. Imazing activation number list. Data charges may apply.
The Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app lets users control settings for their Nintendo Switch systems. However, it does not include settings for this app or the Nintendo Switch Online app, because apps run on smart devices rather than a Nintendo system. To set restrictions for your apps, please refer to your smart device settings.
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The Nintendo Switch is known as a kids console but it has a lot of games rated mature, but can someone under age buy mature Switch games? I decided to research the internet to find out.
- Make an account on Nintendo.com that more than 22 years old
- Create a new user and link the account with your Nintendo Switch
- Select the game you want to play or buy
- You should be able to play m rated games across all users, not just the adult account!
Hopefully, this will work for you! I saw on this reddit thread that another way is buying the cartridge version in-store on buying the game digitally on your computer on Nintendo.com and then downloading it on your Switch.
If your confused don’t worry, I will walk you through the process of getting m rated games on your Switch, and if you can turn off Switch parental controls. Read on to find out!
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How You Can Get M Rated Switch Games
1.Create An Adult Nintendo Switch Account
Follow the steps in my video above to create a Nintendo account on your PC, this will NOT work if you do it via your Switch it has to be on a computer or a phone.
Most importantly create a 16+ account and have your birth year be 1998 just in case!
2.Create A New User and Link The Account With Your Switch
- On the switch, home menu click onto users on the top left of the screen
- Create a new user and once created go to ‘user settings’
- Sign in with the exact details you used in steps 1
- Click ‘link Nintendo Account’
You should be all set to play m rated games on your Nintendo Switch! In case you get stuck refer back to the videos above.
How To Remove Nintendo Switch Parental Controls
- Select System Settings on the HOME Menu.
- Scroll down to highlight Parental Controls, then select Change Settings.
- Enter the Parental Control PIN number for the system. …
- Press the X Button (Reset) to remove the Parental Controls settings and PIN number.
- Select OK to return to the system settings.
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How To Get Rid Of Parental Controls Without The Pin
Nintendo Parental Control Password Reset
- Click on the parental controls icon on the home menu and click the + button
- Take note of your inquiry number
- Open a web browser and go to https://mkey.salthax.org/
- Change the device type to ‘Switch’ and put the inquiry number you got early you will get a ‘master key’
- Go back to your Switch and enter your master key at the parental controls menu
- Choose a new pin for parental controls
- To disable parental controls go to ‘settings and ‘change settings’ re-enter the pin and change settings and delete parental controls!
Now you know how to play m rated games and disable parental controls with or without the pin! Happy gaming.