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Learn how to protect your digital assets and online accounts after death. Discover essential steps for digital inheritance planning and secure access transfer.
Create a digital asset inventory listing all your online accounts, passwords, and important digital files. Store this information securely and include instructions in your estate planning documents about who should have access. Many platforms like Google and Facebook offer legacy contact features that let you designate someone to manage your account posthumously. Without proper planning, your family may face lengthy legal processes to access your digital assets, and some accounts could be permanently lost.