What Happens to Your DreamHost Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Billing
Hosting plan charges
Sites
Go offline on non-payment
Transfer
Panel backup and migration
Step-by-Step Guide
Download site backups
DreamHost Panel → Manage Websites → Backups. Download full backups of all hosted sites. Also connect via SFTP to download all files directly.
Export databases
Panel → MySQL Databases → phpMyAdmin. Export each database as SQL. DreamHost also offers one-click backups for WordPress sites.
Transfer domains if registered with DreamHost
If domains are registered through DreamHost, unlock them and get auth codes. Domains → Registrations → Transfer Away.
Cancel hosting or contact support
Cancel hosting plans to stop charges. Contact DreamHost support for estate account closure procedures.
Document Now Checklist
- DreamHost account email and Panel login
- List all hosted websites
- Hosting plan details and renewal date
- List domains registered with DreamHost
- Note any email accounts hosted on DreamHost
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Related Guides
WordPress.com
Document every WordPress.com site URL, admin login email, and whether each has a premium plan. Add a separate vault entry for each site if you manage multiple.
WordPress.org (Self-Hosted)
Document every self-hosted WordPress site URL, hosting provider, wp-admin login, and database credentials. Add a separate vault entry for each site.
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.
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