Common questions about Switch Account usually focus on local files, membership changes, and safe use on shared devices; this section includes 3 frequent questions and a glossary.
FAQ
Will I lose local files after switching accounts?
- No. Switching accounts mainly changes access to cloud documents for the current account.
- Files already saved on your local disk are not deleted when you switch accounts.
- To avoid losing unsaved edits, save your current work before switching.
Do membership benefits change after I switch accounts?
- Yes. The available benefits follow the account you switch to.
- If the target account does not include the same benefits, some advanced features may not be available.
- After the switch, continue using features according to the current account status.
Does switching accounts often affect normal use?
- In most cases, no.
- During the switch, the cloud document list and cloud storage status may refresh again.
- If you work across several accounts in a row, confirm the current account each time after switching.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Profile menu | The account entry at the top right of the WPS home page, used to view the current account and switch accounts. |
| Cloud storage | The online storage space linked to the current account. After switching accounts, it shows data for that account. |
| Sign in with another account | An option that adds another account while keeping the current one available for switching. |