How can my family access my Microsoft Copilot account after I die?

The process typically involves contacting Microsoft Copilot with a death certificate and proof of relationship. Our step-by-step guide walks you through the exact procedure.

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What Happens to Your Microsoft Copilot Account When You Die

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Quick Facts

Copilot Pro

$20/mo subscription

365 Copilot

Notify IT department

Copilot Studio

Document custom agents

Step-by-Step Guide

Cancel Copilot Pro subscription

Cancel the personal Copilot Pro subscription through Microsoft account billing.

Notify IT for Microsoft 365 Copilot

If using Microsoft 365 Copilot at work, notify the IT department so they can reassign the license.

Document Copilot Studio agents

List all custom agents built in Copilot Studio and their business purpose.

Document Now Checklist

Account email
Subscription type (Pro/365)
Copilot Studio agents built

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Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Microsoft Copilot. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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