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This article highlights the process of ''' | This article highlights the process of '''linking''' an existing platform account to a regular VRChat account. | ||
Platform accounts include pre-existing VRChat on the following devices: | Platform accounts include pre-existing VRChat on the following devices: | ||
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** Third-party vendors that utilize VRChat SSO | ** Third-party vendors that utilize VRChat SSO | ||
== Pre- | == Pre-link considerations == | ||
=== Favorites limit === | === Favorites limit === | ||
Upon merging, if the total number of favorites from both accounts exceeds the platform's maximum limit, users may retain more favorites than typically allowed. However, to add new favorites, users must remove existing ones to fit within the limit. It is generally advised to | Upon merging, if the total number of favorites from both accounts exceeds the platform's maximum limit, users may retain more favorites than typically allowed. However, to add new favorites, users must remove existing ones to fit within the limit. It is generally advised to link into a fresh account. | ||
=== Purchase restrictions === | === Purchase restrictions === | ||
Users who have made purchases through the [[Special:MyLanguage/Creator Economy|Creator Economy]] on any platform (Steam, Meta, Pico, Viveport) cannot | Users who have made purchases through the [[Special:MyLanguage/Creator Economy|Creator Economy]] on any platform (Steam, Meta, Pico, Viveport) cannot link their accounts into a full VRChat account. This restriction is temporary and expected to be lifted. | ||
== | == Linking process == | ||
[[File: | [[File:MainMenuLinkAccountButton.png|alt=A screenshot of the VRChat menu with a visible "Link Account" button.|thumb|Menu with "Link Account" button.]] | ||
To merge a platform account into a full VRChat account, follow these steps: | To merge a platform account into a full VRChat account, follow these steps: | ||
# Log into the Steam, Meta, Pico, or Viveport account you wish to | # Log into the Steam, Meta, Pico, or Viveport account you wish to link. | ||
# Open the Main Menu in VRChat. | # Open the Main Menu in VRChat. | ||
# Navigate to '''Settings'''. | # Navigate to '''Settings'''. | ||
# Locate and click the ''' | # Locate and click the '''Link Account''' button below the Exit option. | ||
#* If the ''' | #* If the '''Link Account''' button is not visible, you are already logged into a full VRChat account. | ||
# Follow the on-screen instructions to link your account. | # Follow the on-screen instructions to link your account. | ||
== Post- | == Post-link == | ||
Linking is permanent and irreversible. It can take up to one day for account data to fully merge. For any issues during or after the process, contact VRChat support at {{VRC link|https://vrch.at/support|VRChat Support}}. | Linking is permanent and irreversible. It can take up to one day for account data to fully merge. For any issues during or after the process, contact VRChat support at {{VRC link|https://vrch.at/support|VRChat Support}}. | ||
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This article highlights the process of linking an existing platform account to a regular VRChat account.
Platform accounts include pre-existing VRChat on the following devices:
- Steam
- Meta
- PICO
- Viveport
Benefits of a full VRChat account
A full VRChat account enables users to:
- Earn Trust Ranks
- Retain the simplicity of one-click logins
- Apply to enroll in the Creator Economy Program
- Gain access to Login
- Gain authorization access on platforms with VRChat SSO
- VRChat Wiki
- VRChat Feedback Board
- Ask Forums
- Third-party vendors that utilize VRChat SSO
Pre-link considerations
Favorites limit
Upon merging, if the total number of favorites from both accounts exceeds the platform's maximum limit, users may retain more favorites than typically allowed. However, to add new favorites, users must remove existing ones to fit within the limit. It is generally advised to link into a fresh account.
Purchase restrictions
Users who have made purchases through the Creator Economy on any platform (Steam, Meta, Pico, Viveport) cannot link their accounts into a full VRChat account. This restriction is temporary and expected to be lifted.
Linking process
To merge a platform account into a full VRChat account, follow these steps:
- Log into the Steam, Meta, Pico, or Viveport account you wish to link.
- Open the Main Menu in VRChat.
- Navigate to Settings.
- Locate and click the Link Account button below the Exit option.
- If the Link Account button is not visible, you are already logged into a full VRChat account.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to link your account.
Post-link
Linking is permanent and irreversible. It can take up to one day for account data to fully merge. For any issues during or after the process, contact VRChat support at VRChat Support.
Limitations
Each full VRChat account can be linked to one account from each supported platform simultaneously.
