Digital estate planning is the process of organizing and managing your online accounts, assets, and digital presence to ensure they are handled according to your wishes after your death.

With so much of our lives now lived online, it’s important to plan for the management of your digital assets and accounts in the event of your passing. Without a plan in place, your loved ones may struggle to access or manage your online accounts.

A digital estate plan should include a list of all your online accounts, usernames, passwords, and instructions for how you want each account to be managed or closed after your death. It should also include any digital assets such as photos, videos, or documents that you want to be passed on to your loved ones.

To create a digital estate plan, start by making a list of all your online accounts and digital assets. Store this information in a secure location such as a password manager or a physical document. You may also want to designate a digital executor in your will to manage your online accounts and assets after your passing.

Some common mistakes to avoid in digital estate planning include not updating your plan regularly, not providing clear instructions for each online account, and not informing your loved ones about the existence of your digital estate plan. It’s important to review and update your plan regularly to ensure it remains current and reflects your wishes.