What Happens to Your Hugging Face Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Models
Published models are IP
Spaces
Cancel billing immediately
Pro
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Step-by-Step Guide
Cancel Hugging Face Pro and Spaces billing
Cancel the Pro subscription and stop all Spaces and Inference API billing to prevent ongoing charges.
Document published models and datasets
List all published models and datasets — these are intellectual property with potential commercial value.
Document Now Checklist
- Username
- Models published (count)
- Datasets published (count)
- Spaces running (count)
- Monthly spend
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Hugging Face. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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