Crypto

What Happens to Your Gemini Account When You Die

Regulated ExchangeEstate Asset

Quick Facts

Deadline

None

Difficulty

Moderate

Documents

Death cert + probate

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Document Gemini account email

Record the email linked to your Gemini account.

Estimated time: 2 min

2

List crypto holdings

Document your holdings including any Gemini Earn or staking positions.

Estimated time: 10 min

3

Executor contacts Gemini

Executor emails support@gemini.com with Death Certificate and estate documents to claim the account.

Document Now Checklist

  • Account email
  • Crypto holdings
  • Earn/staking positions

Tax and access note: Crypto receives a step-up in basis at death — get date-of-death valuations BEFORE selling anything. If the family cannot access the assets, professional supervised recovery is available through our partnership with The Crypto Accountant. Learn more →

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Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Gemini. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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