Most people have no plan for digital assets upon death, Which? warns

Some online firms require a court order to access personal files, while others require proof of death and that someone else is the deceased’s lawful representative

Which? is urging people to leave a plan for their digital assets in their will (PA)

Most people have no plan for what happens to their digital accounts and other online assets when they die, leaving photos and social media accounts at risk of being inaccessible to loved ones, consumer group Which? has warned.

Which? is urging people to prepare a digital plan so that it is clearer what should happen to their online footprint.