What Happens to Your WillMaker Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Documents
Wills and estate docs
Format
Desktop or online
Urgency
Locate all versions
Step-by-Step Guide
Access WillMaker
Go to willmaker.com or check the decedent\'s computer for the desktop version of WillMaker software.
Download or export all documents
Export the will and all associated estate planning documents as PDFs.
Check for the most recent version
WillMaker allows frequent updates. Identify the most recently saved version of each document.
Document Now Checklist
- Download or export all estate planning documents
- Note the date of the most recent version
- Check if desktop version is installed on a computer
- Share all documents with the estate attorney
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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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