💻 Including Digital Assets in Your Will
In today’s digital world, we all have assets that exist online — from social media accounts and cloud storage to cryptocurrency and digital photos. These are known as digital assets, and it’s important to include them in your Will so your loved ones know how to manage or access them after you pass.
This guide explains what digital assets are, why they matter, and how to include them in your Will to protect your legacy and help your family avoid complications.
📱 What Counts as a Digital Asset?
- 🪙 Cryptocurrency (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum)
- 📸 Digital photos and videos (on phones or in cloud storage)
- 📧 Email and cloud accounts (e.g., Gmail, iCloud)
- 💻 Social media profiles (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
- 🎮 Online gaming profiles or in-game purchases
- 💰 PayPal, eBay, or online store balances
- 📝 Blogs, websites, or domain names you own
🧠 Why It Matters
Without clear instructions, your family may struggle to access or manage your digital assets. Some accounts may be lost forever — or create security risks if left unmanaged.
By listing your assets and leaving access information securely, you help your executors close accounts, recover funds, and preserve memories or intellectual property.
✍️ How to Include Digital Assets in Your Will
- 🔐 Make a list of your digital assets (don’t include passwords in the Will)
- 📁 Store login info separately in a password manager or letter of wishes
- 🧑⚖️ Appoint a digital executor or authorise your main executor to handle digital accounts
- 📄 Be specific in your Will about who should receive access or ownership of each item
You can also state your wishes for what should happen to your social media profiles — e.g., memorialised, deleted, or transferred.
💬 Frequently Asked Questions – Digital Assets
Can I include passwords in my Will?
No — Wills become public documents after probate. Store passwords separately in a secure password manager or sealed letter.
What if I own cryptocurrency?
Include details of the wallets and backup keys in a separate secure note — and make sure your executor knows how to access it.
Can my executor close my social media accounts?
Yes — if they have legal authority and access. Naming them in your Will helps streamline this process.
Should I name a digital executor?
It’s a good idea — especially if your estate includes valuable or complex digital assets. You can also give this role to your main executor.
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