How can my family access my Coinbase account after I die?

The process typically involves contacting Coinbase with a death certificate and proof of relationship. Our step-by-step guide walks you through the exact procedure.

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What Happens to Your Coinbase Account When You Die

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Quick Facts

Deadline

None

Difficulty

Moderate

Documents

Death cert + probate + ID

Step-by-Step Guide

Document your Coinbase email

Record the email address linked to your Coinbase account. Do NOT record your password here.

Estimated time: 2 min

List your holdings

Note which cryptocurrencies you hold and approximate values. Include any staking positions.

Estimated time: 10 min

Store recovery info securely

Ensure your executor knows your Coinbase email. They will use legal documents, not your password, to access the account.

Estimated time: 5 min

Executor contacts Coinbase

Executor submits a deceased account claim at help.coinbase.com with Death Certificate, probate docs, and photo ID.

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Document Now Checklist

Coinbase email
List of crypto holdings
Approximate total value
Any staking positions

Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Coinbase. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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