What Happens to Your ACM / IEEE Membership Account When You Die
Quick Facts
ACM
Cancel membership and dues
IEEE
Cancel membership and dues
Digital library
Access ends with membership
Step-by-Step Guide
Cancel ACM and/or IEEE membership
Contact ACM and/or IEEE to cancel memberships and stop annual dues. Digital library access will end with the membership.
Download publications
Download any authored publications or saved articles from the digital libraries before the memberships lapse.
Document Now Checklist
- ACM member number
- IEEE member number
- Active SIG or society memberships
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with ACM / IEEE Membership. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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