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Digital legacy planning: Protecting your online life
Plan digital accounts before you're gone to keep your online story safe for loved ones
In brief
Plan digital accounts before you're gone to keep your online story safe for loved ones Designate digital contacts ahead of time to ensure your online life passes smoothly Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
Why digital legacy matters now
Most people have online accounts but no plan for what happens after they're gone.
“We live in a digital world. We're no longer paper and pencil anymore”
Who takes over your accounts
Choose trusted people to manage your online life when you're unable to do so.
“Who do you pick? Be really thoughtful about that”
Password access for families
Store passwords securely so family members can access your digital life without delays.
“How many people can get into your phone? Do they know the passcode to get in?”
Your digital story matters
Photos and videos become part of your legacy when you're gone.
“People don't just inherit your belongings, they inherit your story”
Check social media settings
Some platforms let you set up digital contacts ahead of time for easier access later.
“Check your social media accounts because a lot of them have ways to register your legacy contact”
Digital inheritance planning
Planning ahead makes it easier for loved ones to handle your online life after you're gone.
“If you want to take care of me, you've got to be able to get on my online”
What to remember
Designate digital contacts ahead of time to ensure your online life passes smoothly
