How to Link Pokémon Champions to Pokémon HOME

Updated 5 November 2026 · Standard formula, shown below

Linking Pokémon Champions with Pokémon HOME lets you move eligible Pokémon between the two services, subject to each game’s transfer rules. You’ll need the same Nintendo Account for both, access to the internet, and Pokémon HOME set up before you start.

What You’ll Need

A Nintendo Account that you can use in both Pokémon Champions and Pokémon HOME. Check the account carefully before linking; a different account can mean a different collection of Pokémon.
Pokémon HOME installed and opened at least once, with its initial setup completed.
Pokémon Champions installed and updated on a supported device, plus an internet connection.
Pokémon you want to transfer in HOME, if you are moving Pokémon into Champions. Not every Pokémon or move is necessarily supported in every game.

Step-by-Step

Confirm your Nintendo Account. On the device where you use Pokémon HOME, check which Nintendo Account is connected. On a Nintendo Switch, you can check the account associated with your user from the console’s user settings. On a mobile device, check the account used when signing in to HOME. Use that same Nintendo Account when you launch Champions. If you have multiple accounts or console users, do not assume they share a HOME account.
Finish Pokémon HOME setup. Open HOME and complete its prompts. Make sure you can see your Pokémon storage and that the app is connected to the Nintendo Account you intend to use. If HOME is not set up yet, complete that before trying to link the games.
Update and open Pokémon Champions. Install any available update, then launch the game using the correct user or account. Connect to the internet if prompted and complete the game’s introductory setup until you can access its menus.
Find the HOME connection option. In Champions, open the in-game menu and look for the Pokémon HOME or linked-services option. Menu wording and placement can change with updates, so follow any on-screen prompts if the option is presented during setup rather than in a permanent menu. Select the option to begin linking.
Approve the account connection. Read the account information shown on screen and confirm that it is the Nintendo Account you use with HOME. Accept the connection prompt. If a sign-in or authorization screen appears, complete it with that same account; do not switch accounts partway through.
Open HOME and check the connection. Return to Pokémon HOME and look for the Champions connection or game data in the relevant game or transfer area. Follow the prompts to refresh or access the linked service. If the connection does not appear immediately, close and reopen both apps, then check again while online.
Choose what to move, if transfers are available. Select a Pokémon in HOME and use the transfer flow for Champions, following the prompts to choose a destination or confirm the move. Review the confirmation screen before proceeding. A Pokémon can be transferred only if it is eligible for the destination game; HOME may prevent an unsupported transfer or explain the restriction.
Verify the result in Champions. After the transfer finishes, open Champions and check the appropriate roster, storage, or team area. Allow time for the game to refresh its data. Do not repeat a transfer simply because the Pokémon is not visible instantly; first check HOME’s status and the destination screens.

Common Mistakes

Using different Nintendo Accounts: Linking Champions to one account does not give it access to HOME data on another. Confirm the account on both services before troubleshooting anything else.
Expecting a cable-style connection: The link is handled through the games and account services, not by plugging a phone or console into another device.
Assuming every Pokémon can move both ways: Transfers depend on game compatibility and the available HOME features. A Pokémon may be viewable in HOME but not usable or transferable in Champions.
Mixing up linking and transferring: Linking connects the services; it does not necessarily move your entire collection automatically. You may need to select Pokémon and confirm individual transfer actions.
Closing an app during a transfer: Wait for the on-screen completion message before exiting, changing accounts, or turning off the device.

Tips

Keep Champions, HOME, and the device operating system up to date. Updates can add or change connection and transfer options.
Use a stable internet connection and keep the device powered while authorizing or transferring.
Read compatibility and destination warnings before confirming. If a Pokémon cannot be used in Champions, keep it in HOME rather than repeatedly retrying.
If you use several console users, write down which Nintendo Account owns the HOME collection and launch Champions under the matching account.
Check HOME after a transfer and Champions before trying again. This helps avoid confusing a delay or refresh issue with a failed transfer.

Troubleshooting

The HOME option is missing. Update Champions and HOME, finish the game’s introductory setup, and confirm the feature is available in your current version and region. Restart the game after updating. If it remains absent, consult the games’ in-app notices or official support information for current availability.

The account shown is wrong. Stop before approving the connection. Close the game and check which Nintendo Account is assigned to the device user or HOME sign-in. Switch to the intended account using the platform’s normal account settings, then launch Champions again. Do not try to combine separate HOME accounts; Pokémon stored under one account are not automatically shared with another.

HOME does not recognize the link. Check that both apps are online, close and reopen them, and look again in HOME’s game or transfer area. Sign out only if the app provides a normal sign-out option and you know the correct account credentials. Avoid deleting saved data as a first fix.

A Pokémon cannot be transferred. Read the message shown by HOME. It may be unsupported in Champions, already assigned or restricted by a game-specific rule, or otherwise ineligible. Follow the stated requirement; changing accounts or repeatedly restarting will not make an incompatible Pokémon transferable.

The transfer seems stuck or the Pokémon is not visible. Keep the connection stable and wait for a completion notice. Then refresh or reopen the relevant screens in HOME and Champions. Check the source and destination before starting another attempt. If the status remains unclear, use the official support channels for the service and provide the message displayed, without sharing your password.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Pokémon Champions and Pokémon HOME need the same Nintendo Account?
Yes. Use the same Nintendo Account for the HOME collection you want to connect and the Champions game session.

Does linking transfer all my Pokémon automatically?
No. Linking establishes the connection. Transfers, where supported, require you to follow HOME’s prompts and confirm which eligible Pokémon to move.

Can I move every Pokémon from HOME into Champions?
No. Transfer availability depends on compatibility and the rules shown by HOME and Champions. Check the eligibility message for each Pokémon.

Can I link HOME to more than one Champions account?
Account access follows the Nintendo Account used by each service. Do not expect Pokémon stored under one Nintendo Account to appear under another; check the account shown before linking.

What should I do if I linked the wrong account?
Stop before transferring anything. Check the account association in both services and follow their normal account or support guidance. Do not delete data or create another account as a quick fix.

Do I need a paid HOME plan?
Plan features and transfer availability can change. Check the current Pokémon HOME plan details and the in-app prompts for the specific action you want to use.

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