What Happens to Your Internet Service Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Action
Transfer — do NOT cancel
Equipment
Check owned vs rented
Need
Required for estate settlement
Step-by-Step Guide
Transfer service — do NOT cancel
Contact the internet provider to transfer service to a family member. Internet is needed to access all other accounts during estate settlement.
Return equipment when done
When service is eventually cancelled, return any rented modem or router to avoid equipment charges.
Document Now Checklist
- Provider name
- Account number
- Monthly cost
- Equipment (owned or rented)
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Electric / Gas Utility
Note your electric and gas company names, account numbers, and monthly billing amounts.
Internet / Cable / TV
Return rented equipment (modem, router, cable boxes) promptly to avoid equipment charges that can be $100-300+.
Cell Phone
Do NOT cancel the phone line immediately — the number may be needed to receive 2FA codes for other accounts. Keep it active for 30-60 days.
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