The digital sphere is now a permanent part of an estate. Accounts, archives, domains, works, credentials and monetised content require informed decisions before succession begins.
Identifying what has value
The first step is to distinguish personal memories from assets that generate income or affect professional activity. The review should cover access rights, licences, copyright and contractual relationships with platforms.
An up-to-date inventory helps prevent loss, operational disruption and disputes among heirs, particularly when personal identity and economic activity share the same digital tools.
Coordinating wishes, contracts and platform rules
Succession arrangements must work alongside the rules of each service and the legal nature of the rights involved. Not everything that can be accessed can be freely transferred.
Planning creates clear instructions that respect privacy and support the wider strategy for protecting family or business assets.
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