Estate planning often focuses mostly on physical property, but now we all have digital footprints—and they raise new questions during probate.
Digital assets are thing like:
– Email accounts
– Social media profiles (Facebook, Instagram, X)
– Cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox)
– Online bank or investment accounts
– Websites or online businesses
– Cryptocurrency wallets
What happens to these accounts?
That depends on the platform’s terms of service, whether you’ve listed a legacy contact or digital heir (some services, like Facebook, allow this), and If you’ve left clear instructions and login access for someone you trust.
Why does it matter?
Without a plan, digital assets may be inaccessible—or worse, vulnerable. Loved ones may not be able to close accounts, recover sentimental data, or even know what exists. Creating an inventory of your digital accounts and deciding how they should be handled is an increasingly important step in modern estate planning.
Ready to Take Control of Your Digital Legacy?
If you’ve never considered what happens to your online accounts after you’re gone, now’s a great time to start. Organizing your digital assets is one more way to make life easier for your loved ones—and to ensure your wishes are honored.
At The Lawrence Firm, we help individuals and families explore practical options for building thoughtful, future-focused estate plans. If you have questions or want to learn more about how digital assets fit into your broader estate planning picture, we invite you to schedule a consultation.
Let’s start the conversation—contact us today.