Yes, you can deactivate your PS4 as your primary system through the Sony Entertainment Network on a web browser. Here are the steps to do so:
1. Open an internet browser and go to Sony Entertainment Network.
2. Sign in with your PSN ID and password.
3. Once logged in, select ‘Account Settings’ from the navigation menu.
4. In the Account Settings page, select ‘System Activation’.
5. Select the ‘PlayStation 4’ option.
6. Select ‘Deactivate’ from next to your Primary PS4.
7. Confirm you want to deactivate the system by selecting ‘OK’.
Your PS4 will now be deactivated as your Primary system. If you ever wish to use it as your primary console again, you must sign in on it with your PSN details and re-activate it.
How do I deactivate primary PS4 without waiting 6 months?
If you want to deactivate your primary PS4 without waiting 6 months, you will need to use the account management website. Log into your PlayStation Network account on the website. You will see an option to ‘Deactivate All Devices’ on the left side of the page.
Select this option and confirm your deactivation. This will deactivate all devices that are associated with your account. Keep in mind that this will log you out of your account on all devices, including your primary PS4.
If you want to re-activate your PS4 as your primary system later, you will need to wait 6 months from the date of your initial deactivations.
Can I switch primary PS4 back and forth?
Yes, you can switch primary PS4 back and forth between different systems as long as you are still logged in on the account that you set up as primary. When logging in on a new console, all you need to do is enter your username and password and the PS4 will now become primary for your account.
However, you can only have one primary PS4 for your account at any given time. If you want to switch back to the other console, you just need to log in on the other console with your username and password and now that console will become your primary PS4.
It is important to note that any content you have downloaded will only be available on whichever PS4 is your primary system at that time.
How do I remove my account from someone else’s PS4?
If you need to remove your account from someone else’s PS4 console, the first step is to open the Settings menu. Once you have found the Settings menu, go to the “PlayStation Network/Account Management” option.
Select this option, then choose the “Activate as Your Primary PS4” option. From here, select “Deactivate” and then select “Yes” when asked to confirm. You will then be able to log out of the console and your account will be removed.
Additionally, you may want to delete any saved files or data associated with your account on the PS4 as a precaution. This can be done by simply turning your PS4 off and then locating the folder for your account.
Once you have found the correct folder, delete it and then restart the console. After doing this, any links to your account will have been disconnected from the console.
Does changing my PSN password log me out?
Yes, changing your PSN password will log you out of all connected consoles and devices. This includes any devices on which you have logged into your PlayStation Network (PSN) account, as well as any websites or apps that you may have used to manage your account.
It is important to note that all devices, including those which may have auto-signed in due to device settings, will require a new password in order to access the PSN service or manage your account on those devices.
Therefore, if you plan on changing your PSN password, it is advised that you log out of all devices before making the switch.
What does deactivating a PS4 console do?
Deactivating a PS4 console allows you to unlink its digital games, services and content from your account, so you can switch to a different PS4 console. When you deactivate a PS4 console, you will no longer be able to access any content that is linked to that console.
This includes any downloadable content, such as games, add-ons, or themes, as well as offline content like saved games and your PlayStation Plus subscription. You may need to reactivate the console when you switch to a new PS4.
To do this, you will need to log in with the same account that you used to deactivate the old PS4.
What happens if I deactivate all devices on PlayStation?
If you deactivate all devices on PlayStation, any account activity will be locked to the primary device, unless it is reactivated. This means that you will no longer be able to access any purchased or downloaded content from the PlayStation Store on any device other than your primary device.
This includes games, digital add-ons, DLC, movie rentals, and other content purchased from the PlayStation Store. Also, any saved data and progress connected to non-primary devices will be lost, since it can’t be backed up since it is connected to a non-primary device.
Additionally, all non-primary devices will be unable to access online multiplayer services or interact with other PlayStation Network accounts.
How long can a PlayStation account be suspended?
A PlayStation account can be suspended for a period of time ranging from 14 days to Multiple Months depending on the severity of the issues occurring on the account. Suspensions from 14 days to 6 months can be issued where a user has committed a serious violation, such as fraud or inappropriate activity.
Additionally, for cases where Sony Entertainment Network (SEN) determines a user has committed multiple and/or severe violations, a PlayStation account can be suspended for more than 6 months, or even permanently.
In cases where violations have been severe and Sony determines that the PlayStation account is a risk to the service, a ban may be issued. This will prevent any online connection to the PlayStation Network and all games, back-up data and content or services associated with the account will become disabled indefinitely.
You may be able to appeal a suspension or ban, depending on the reason the account was suspended or banned. However, this is at the discretion of Sony.