What Happens to Your Auth0 Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Auth
All apps lose login capability
Users
User database inaccessible
Transfer
Tenant admin access
Step-by-Step Guide
Export user database
User Management → Users → Export Users. Download all user data including profiles and metadata. This is critical for any future migration.
Document all applications and APIs
List all registered applications, their Client IDs, and API configurations. Every app using Auth0 depends on these settings.
Add tenant administrators
Settings → Tenant Members → Add Member. Add a trusted person as Admin to maintain authentication services.
Export Rules, Actions, and Connections
Export all custom Rules, Actions, and Social Connection configurations. These contain business logic and cannot be easily recreated.
Contact Auth0 support
Contact Auth0/Okta support for estate account transfer. Auth0 accounts are part of Okta.
Document Now Checklist
- Auth0 account email and tenant name
- List all registered applications
- Client ID and Secret locations
- Monthly bill amount
- Number of active users in the tenant
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Auth0. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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GitHub
GitHub has no formal memorialization process. Private repos become permanently inaccessible without account credentials. Add a trusted contact as org owner for any organizations you manage.
Vercel
Add a trusted person to your Vercel team with Admin role. This ensures deployments continue.
Netlify
Add a trusted person to your Netlify team. Team → Members → Invite.
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