How to change PlayStation Network account settings
If you are a PlayStation Network user, it is important that you know how to change your account settings to keep your information and preferences up to date. You may wish to change your email address, password, privacy settings or payment details. In this guide, we explain in detail how you can make these changes easily and quickly. Whether you prefer to do it from your PS4 console or through the website, we will show you the steps to follow so that you can personalize your experience on the PlayStation Network platform to your liking.
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How to change PlayStation Network account settings
- Access your PlayStation Network account through the PS4 console or on the official PlayStation website.
- Navigate to the account settings section located in the options menu.
- Select the “Account Settings” option to access all available options.
- Change your account privacy settings to control who can see your activity, friends, trophies and more.
- Modify notification settings to receive alerts about purchases, game updates, messages and other important notifications.
- Update your account security information with a strong password and check your login settings.
- Review your marketing preferences to choose whether you wish to receive promotional communications and special offers from PlayStation.
- Save the changes made for changes to your PlayStation Network account settings to be effective.
FAQ
How to change PlayStation Network account settings
1. How can I change my PlayStation Network password?
1. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account.
2. Go to “Settings” and select “Account Settings”.
3. Click “Account Security” and select “Change Password.”
4. Enter your current password and then the new password.
5. Confirm the new password and click “Change Password”.
2. How can I activate two-step verification on my PlayStation Network account?
1. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account.
2. Go to “Settings” and select “Account Settings”.
3. Click “Account Security” and select “Two-Step Verification.”
4. Follow the instructions to activate two-step verification.
5. Once activated, you will receive a verification code on your mobile device every time you log in.
3. How can I change my email address linked to my PlayStation Network account?
1. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account.
2. Go to “Settings” and select “Account Settings”.
3. Click “Online Identification” and select “Email Address”.
4. Enter your new email address.
5. Confirm your new email address and click "Save."
4. How can I change the privacy settings for my PlayStation Network account?
1. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account.
2. Go to “Settings” and select “Account Settings”.
3. Click “Privacy” and select the settings you want to change.
4. Make the desired privacy settings.
5. Save the changes made.
5. How can I change the date of birth on my PlayStation Network account?
1. Go to the PlayStation Network website and log in to your account.
2. Go to “Profile” and select “Account Settings”.
3. Click on “Personal details” and select “Date of birth”.
4. Enter your new date of birth.
5. Confirm the new date of birth and click “Save”.
6. How can I add or remove payment information on my PlayStation Network account?
1. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account.
2. Go to “Settings” and select “Account Settings”.
3. Click on “Wallet” and select “Payment Methods”.
4. To add payment information, select “Add payment method” and follow the instructions. To delete payment information, select the payment method you want to delete and follow the instructions.
7. How can I set up login notification for my PlayStation Network account?
1. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account.
2. Go to “Settings” and select “Notifications”.
3. Click “Login” and select “Notification Settings”.
4. Select the notification options you want to receive.
5. Save the changes made.
8. How can I change my username on PlayStation Network?
1. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account.
2. Go to “Profile” and select “Edit Profile”.
3. Click on “Username” and select “Change username”.
4. Follow the instructions to change your username.
5. Once the change is made, your new username will appear on your profile.
9. How can I set up content restriction on my PlayStation Network account?
1. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account.
2. Go to “Settings” and select “Account Settings”.
3. Click “Parental Controls” and select “Content Restrictions.”
4. Set content restrictions according to your preferences.
5. Save the changes made.
10. How can I change notification settings on my PlayStation Network account?
1. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account.
2. Go to “Settings” and select “Notifications”.
3. Click “Notification Settings” and select the notifications you want to configure.
4. Make changes to your notification settings based on your preferences.
5. Save the changes made.