It can be annoying to not be able to play your own PS5 games because you’re not connected to the internet. This is usually because you are not set as the primary account holder on your console. Thankfully in this guide we provide how to set primary account on PS5.
Most of the time, if you’ve only owned one PS5, your account is set as the primary one. But if problems do come up, it’s important to know what will happen if you make changes. For example, if you have more than one console in your home, only one can be the main PS5.
If you share games with a friend on another PS5, they might not be able to get to them after these changes. Still, you can change the main account as much as you want if you have access to both PS5s. There are rumours going around that a PS5 Pro might be coming out soon, so people who are planning to buy a new PS5 should stay up to date.
How to Set Primary Account on PS5
- Start up your PS5.
- Click on the “Settings” option in the upper right corner of the main screen.
- Navigate to “Users and Accounts.”
- Select “Console Sharing & Offline Play” for offline play and sharing.
- Enable Console Sharing and Playing Offline to activate the desired settings.
How to Enable Console Sharing and Offline Play
- Access Settings Menu: Navigate to the home screen on your PS5 and locate the gear icon to access the Settings menu.
- Users and Accounts: Within the Settings menu, locate and select the Users and Accounts option.
- Other Settings: From the Users and Accounts section, choose the “Other” option.
- Console Sharing and Offline Play: Scroll down in the “Other” settings until you find the option labeled “Console Sharing and Offline Play.”
- Enable Feature: Within Console Sharing and Offline Play, select the option to Enable the feature.
Benefits of Having a Primary Account on PS5
Share games
- No internet connection required: Any PS5 user can play your downloaded games if you set it as your primary account. For road trips, camping, or offline times, this is ideal.
- Share PS Plus benefits: You can share PlayStation Plus benefits like online multiplayer and monthly downloadable games with other console users. You can give family and friends the benefits of your subscription without buying them one.
- Access downloaded DLC: Other console users can access DLC purchased with your account. This lets everyone play your games without buying extras.
Account Management
- Trophy syncing: Other console users’ trophies will automatically sync to your primary account, letting you track your progress and achievements.
- Wallet and purchase access: Other console users can use your wallet funds to buy PlayStation Store games and content. This is convenient for resource-sharing families and roommates.
- Parental controls: Limit age-inappropriate content and features for console users with parental controls.
Best Practices for Managing Primary Accounts on PS5
Account Types
- Primary Account: The PS5 owner has full access to all features and functions. Primary accounts are limited to one per console.
- Other Accounts: PS5 accounts with limited access to the primary account. PS5 supports 16 accounts.
Main Account Management
- Set a strong password and enable two-factor authentication: This makes account access harder for unauthorised parties.
- Games and apps: The primary account can download and play PlayStation Store games and apps. These are playable by other console accounts.
- Limit content sharing: You can restrict games, apps, and media access to other accounts. This helps if you have kids or want to restrict content.
- Set spending limits: Set PS5 spending limits for other accounts to prevent unauthorised purchases.
Limitations and Sharing
- Family Management: Create a family on your account and manage member settings. This lets you limit age, spending, and playtime.
- Game Sharing: PS5 accounts can share downloaded games. To play shared games on their PS5, the other account must be designated as your primary account.
- Online Play: Some online games restrict who can play with whom. Be aware of these restrictions before creating other accounts.
FAQs
PS5 supports multiple Playstation accounts. Sony allows seven accounts per console. Families with PS5 consoles benefit from this feature.
Click on (Settings) > Taking care of accounts > > [Activate as Your Main PS4] > If your PS4TM is already turned on, press [Deactivate].
If you have multiple consoles at home, only one can be your primary PS5. If you share games with a PS5 friend, they’ll lose access. With both PS5s, you can change the primary account as often as you want.
