Digital Memories

"What happens to my digital assets on death?"

Some are referring to cryptocurrencies, online accounts, business or personal websites.  But most are asking about the memories they’ve captured in photos and videos, then shared on Facebook and Instagram, and stored on their phones or in the cloud.

Planning for your sentimental digital assets is an integral part of estate planning and certainly something to discuss with your lawyer as you prepare your Will. 

But in the meantime, you may like to check out this website produced by the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), a global body of professionals that help families with estate planning and administration. There you will find:

1. links to instructions on how to adjust your “legacy settings” on popular social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) and cloud storage platforms such as Apple and Google; and
   
   
2. suggestions on what needs your consideration as you plan and how to discuss your wishes for your digital assets with loved ones.

Take a look at this video produced by STEP to help you think about the value of your digital memories.