What Happens to Your Descript Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Subscription
Cancel to stop charges
Projects
Download all before closing
Overdub
Voice clone — document
Step-by-Step Guide
Cancel Descript subscription
Cancel the subscription to stop recurring charges for editing and AI features.
Download ALL projects
Export and download every project from Descript before closing the account. Content may have significant value.
Document Overdub voice clone
If you created an Overdub voice clone, document its existence and decide whether to preserve or delete.
Document Now Checklist
- Account email
- Overdub voice clone (yes/no)
- Project count
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Descript. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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