What Happens to Your Splinterlands Account When You Die
Quick Facts
SPS/DEC
Claim earned tokens
Cards
NFT cards may have value
Staking
SPS may be staked
Step-by-Step Guide
Claim SPS and DEC tokens
Check for staked SPS tokens (unstake first) and DEC tokens earned from gameplay. Transfer to a Hive wallet.
Assess card collection value
Splinterlands cards are NFTs on the Hive blockchain. Check marketplace for collection value and sell or transfer.
Document Now Checklist
- Hive account keys
- SPS balance (staked + liquid)
- DEC balance and notable cards
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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