What Happens to Your Garmin Connect Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Fitness data
Download activity history
Garmin Pay
Claim any stored balance
Devices
Watches have resale value
Step-by-Step Guide
Claim Garmin Pay balance
If Garmin Pay was set up on a watch, claim any stored balance or linked payment cards before closing.
Download fitness data
Export all activity data, health metrics, and training history from Garmin Connect before closing.
Transfer or sell Garmin devices
Garmin watches and bike computers have good resale value. Factory reset before selling or transferring.
Document Now Checklist
- Garmin Connect account email
- Garmin Pay balance and linked cards
- Devices owned and estimated value
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Related Guides
MyChart / Patient Portals
Document all doctors, hospitals, and patient portal accounts.
Health Insurance
Dependents on your health plan lose coverage when the primary holder dies. They have a 60-day special enrollment period to find new coverage.
Medicare
Note your Medicare number, Part A/B/C/D enrollment status, and any Medigap/supplement plan.
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