What Happens to Your Twitch Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Subscriptions
Cancel all channel subs
Bits
Claim or spend balance
Turbo
Cancel Twitch Turbo if active
Step-by-Step Guide
Cancel channel subscriptions
Cancel all active Twitch channel subscriptions and Twitch Turbo to stop recurring charges.
Check Bits balance
Check for remaining Bits purchased with real money. These cannot be refunded but can be used to cheer.
Claim affiliate/partner earnings
If the account is an affiliate or partner with unpaid earnings, contact Twitch to claim the payout.
Document Now Checklist
- Twitch account email
- Active channel subscriptions
- Bits balance
- Affiliate/partner payout status
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Related Guides
Steam
Steam's Terms of Service state that accounts and game libraries are non-transferable. Wallet balance may be claimable as estate asset.
Xbox / PlayStation / Nintendo
Document all gaming accounts: Xbox Gamertag, PSN ID, Nintendo Account, along with email addresses.
Epic Games / Fortnite
Cancel at epicgames.com/account. V-Bucks and purchased skins cannot be refunded or transferred.
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