What Happens to Your Figma Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Cost
$12-$75/editor/mo
Contact
help.figma.com
Projects
Transfer first
Step-by-Step Guide
Transfer project ownership to team members
If the deceased had Figma projects for clients or a business, transfer ownership before closing.
Cancel Figma subscription
Cancel at figma.com/settings. Contact support with death cert if no access.
Document Now Checklist
- Figma account email
- Whether client projects exist
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Figma. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
Related Guides
Domain Names (GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare)
Domains expire on a specific date. If not renewed, they become publicly available and can be registered by anyone.
Shopify
If you have an active Shopify store, orders may continue coming in. Your executor needs access immediately to fulfill or refund.
GitHub
Transfer important private repositories to a trusted collaborator or organisation. Go to Repo Settings → Transfer.
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