What Happens to Your 17hats Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Contracts
May have active agreements
Invoices
Outstanding payments
Templates
Business workflows stored
Step-by-Step Guide
Review active projects and contracts
Log in and check all active projects for signed contracts, pending invoices, and scheduled communications. Note any legal obligations.
Estimated time: Day 1-3
Pause automated communications
Check for any active workflows or scheduled emails. Pause them to prevent automated messages from being sent.
Estimated time: Day 1-3
Collect outstanding invoices
Review all unpaid invoices and follow up on collections where appropriate. This is money owed to the estate.
Estimated time: Week 1
Export all business data
Download client lists, contract copies, invoice records, and any templates or workflows. Export everything before considering account closure.
Estimated time: Week 1
Document Now Checklist
- 17hats login email and password
- Business name on account
- Active project count
- Outstanding invoice amounts
- Connected payment processor
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Start your vault — free for 30 daysLast verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with 17hats. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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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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