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Map Your Digital Legacy<\/p><\/div>\n

The more that technology is folded into our lives, the more difficult it becomes to deal with the digital aftermath of death. In the past, it was only necessary to close bank accounts, stop magazine subscriptions, and contact service providers in order to finalize a loved one’s affairs. In recent years, due to the rise of technology, our digital footprint has expanded exponentially. From well-known online providers (Facebook, Twitter) to small accounts at almost every online retail store, you likely have dozens—if not hundreds—of accounts open on the web.<\/span><\/p>\n

As part of your funeral planning and estate planning process, consider mapping your digital legacy. By providing a list of all the places you have accounts (along with password access to each one), you can save your loved ones a considerable amount of time and heartbreak when you are gone. <\/span><\/p>\n

Since it is unlikely that you use every account you have, every single day, it is best to create a month-long plan (or even a quarterly plan). Each time you access an online account that requires you to sign in, simply jot it down on a spreadsheet or list (including the URL, your account ID, and your password). This master list may need to be periodically updated as your passwords change and you add or remove accounts, but once it is done, it should require minimal upkeep.<\/span><\/p>\n

Accounts you should keep an eye on include, but are not limited to, the following:<\/span><\/p>\n