What Happens to Your Battle.net Account When You Die
Quick Facts
WoW subscription
Cancel immediately
Battle.net Balance
Claim remaining funds
Game library
Blizzard games tied to account
Step-by-Step Guide
Cancel WoW and other subscriptions
Cancel any active World of Warcraft subscription and other recurring Blizzard subscriptions immediately.
Claim Battle.net Balance
Check for any remaining Battle.net Balance funds. These cannot be refunded but can be spent before closing.
Document Now Checklist
- Battle.net account email
- Active subscriptions (WoW, etc.)
- Battle.net Balance amount
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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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