Genshin Impactallows players to link their mobile account with their PC account, creating a seamless link between the two platforms. Doing this is required for those players that want to enjoy thecross-save functionalitybuilt into the game, and is actually a simple and painless process.
As a game that has availability across different platforms,Genshin Impactplayers are likely wondering whether or not they can log into the same account across various devices and if progress is shared. For more questions and case-to-case scenarios, players may viewmiHoYo’s official post. However, this article has all the information they need for a quick overview of the steps of how to link their HoYoverse accounts across different devices.
Updated on July 17, 2025, by Rhenn Taguiam:With Natlan having just been released and its slate of regional characters boasting unique mechanics, fans of Genshin Impact might be interested in figuring out how exactly to link their accounts years after the RPG’s release on both PC and consoles—especially with the PlayStation 5 Pro having just been announced. Moreover, with Sethos now entering the banner from July 30, 2025, to July 16, 2025, fans of the acclaimed RPG may be eager to experience this new character on both their consoles and PCs. Just how can players make this possible? Find out below.
Link to an Email Address
Basic Account Linking
If you want toplayGenshin Impactfor both the PC and on Mobile interchangeably, you have tolink an existing email addressto your game instance. To do this, you have to follow these steps:
Aside from this, you may choose to link your accounts to your Google Play, Apple Play Center, and even Facebook account.
Linking to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5
PSN And HoYoverse Statuses Affect Instructions
Linkingyour HoYoverse accountto your PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 follows the same process, as it needs your PlayStation Network account and not necessarily a specific console. From here, there are slightly different steps you need to follow depending on what kind of emails or accounts you’re planning to link.
Requirements
Before you try to connect your HoYoverse account to your PlayStation Network account, or your existing PSN Account to HoYoverse, here are more specific requirements to take note of in the process:
Link a HoYoverse Account to PSN
If you already have a HoYoverse account, which will usually happen if you’ve already started playing with an email on PC or Mobile, here are the steps to connect it to your PlayStation Network account:
This process only works ifyou have an existing HoYoverse account but have not linked your PSN to the game.
Warning: Skipping the Linking Process on PlayStation
If you already have existing progress in your HoYoverse account, verify youdon’t skip the linking process. Skipping this will make you register for a new HoYoverse account that is connected to your PSN account.If you do this, you can no longer connect your PSN to your existing HoYoverse account.
Link a PSN Account to a Non-HoYoverse Email
If you haveGenshin Impactprogressin an existing PlayStation Network Account but want to connect it to your other devices, you can link your PSN Account to a non-HoYoverse email. To do this, you need to complete the following steps:
Once you do this, you can now retain your progress on the same server if you log in to your iOS, Android, or PC with that other email.
Linking to Xbox Series X/S
Upcoming Feature
While the game will have a November 2024 launch for the Xbox Series X/S, and therefore there are no concrete details on linking accounts for the console at the moment, it could be inferred that the process may be similar to that of the PlayStation. Players preparing for the much-awaited Xbox launch are advised to ensure they have an Xbox Live account, as this will likely be involved in the process. This information is only based on speculation, however, and it is best to wait for the official instructions.
Cross-Save Functionality
Progress Automatically Carries Over
After players link their HoYoverse account across their platforms, theirGenshin Impactprogress should be shared in all instances on these devices. It should be noted that cross-save only works if you’re playing on the same server and the same account across your devices.
