What Happens to Your Lens Protocol Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Profile
NFT in your wallet
Transfer
Send NFT to family wallet
Content
On-chain — permanent
Step-by-Step Guide
Access the wallet holding Lens NFT
The Lens profile is an NFT held in an Ethereum wallet. Family needs wallet access to control or transfer the profile.
Transfer profile NFT to family
The Lens profile NFT can be transferred to a family member's wallet, giving them full control of the social identity.
Document Now Checklist
- Wallet holding the Lens profile NFT
- Lens handle
- Apps used (Hey, Orb, etc.)
Tax and access note: Crypto receives a step-up in basis at death — get date-of-death valuations BEFORE selling anything. If the family cannot access the assets, professional supervised recovery is available through our partnership with The Crypto Accountant. Learn more →
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