What Happens to Your Ko-fi Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Priority
High — may have active memberships
Difficulty
Easy
Key Info
Creator support platform with tips and memberships
Step-by-Step Guide
Check for active memberships
Log in and check if there are Ko-fi Gold memberships where supporters are being billed monthly. Pause if so.
Estimated time: 10 min
Check for pending commissions
Review any open commission requests. Supporters may have paid for custom work that has not been delivered yet — arrange refunds if needed.
Estimated time: 10 min
Withdraw balance
Check for any available balance from tips, donations, or shop sales. Withdraw to PayPal or bank before closing.
Estimated time: 5 min
Close when ready
Once all memberships are paused, commissions handled, and balance withdrawn, contact Ko-fi support about account closure.
Document Now Checklist
- Ko-fi account email
- Creator page URL
- Monthly membership revenue (if any)
- Pending commissions
- Available balance
- PayPal or bank for payouts
- Executor note: check for active memberships and open commissions
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Ko-fi. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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