What Happens to Your Notion Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Content
Export all pages and databases
IP
May contain valuable business IP
Subscription
Cancel to stop charges
Step-by-Step Guide
Export all Notion content
Export the entire workspace as Markdown or HTML from Settings > Workspace. This includes pages, databases, and embedded files.
Review for valuable IP
Review exported content for valuable intellectual property, SOPs, or business documentation that should be preserved.
Cancel Notion subscription
Cancel the Notion Plus or Business subscription through billing settings.
Document Now Checklist
- Notion account email
- Subscription plan and cost
- Key pages and databases
- Any valuable IP or SOPs stored
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Notion. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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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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