Digital Assets

Navigating digital assets at the end of life is an important part of modern planning. From social media profiles to online banking, our digital footprints live on. In this section, you’ll learn what counts as a digital asset, what “digital death” means, and how digital estate planning can help ensure that your online life is handled with care and clarity when the time comes. We also answer common questions about what happens to social media and online accounts after death, including the policies of major platforms. You’ll gain clarity on whether an executor can access your digital accounts and what steps you can take now to make your wishes clear.