What Happens to Your Upstash Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Billing
Pay-per-request pricing
Data
Redis/Kafka data at risk
Transfer
Team member access
Step-by-Step Guide
Export Redis data
Use redis-cli with the Upstash connection string to export all keys and values. BGSAVE or RDB export may be available depending on the plan.
Document all databases and credentials
List all Redis databases, Kafka topics, and QStash configurations. Note REST API URLs and tokens for each.
Add team members
Settings → Team → Invite. Add a trusted person to manage databases and billing.
Delete databases or downgrade
Delete unused databases to stop charges or downgrade to the free tier. Contact Upstash support for account closure.
Document Now Checklist
- Upstash account email
- List all Redis databases and Kafka topics
- Connection string and token locations
- Monthly bill amount
- List applications using Upstash
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Upstash. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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GitHub
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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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