How can my family access my QuickBooks Commerce account after I die?

The process typically involves contacting QuickBooks Commerce with a death certificate and proof of relationship. Our step-by-step guide walks you through the exact procedure.

💼 Work & Business

What Happens to Your QuickBooks Commerce Account When You Die

CriticalInventory Asset

QuickBooks Commerce manages inventory across multiple sales channels. Disruption could cause overselling, stockouts, or lost inventory data. Get admin access before making changes.

Quick Facts

Priority

Critical — inventory management

Difficulty

Hard

Key Info

Physical inventory is a business asset

Step-by-Step Guide

Assess inventory value and status

Log in and review current inventory levels, pending orders, and warehouse locations. Physical inventory is a business asset that must be accounted for in the estate.

Estimated time: 20 min

Check connected sales channels

QuickBooks Commerce syncs inventory across Shopify, Amazon, eBay, and other channels. Document all connected platforms and their order status.

Estimated time: 15 min

Add admin for continuity

Add a trusted person as admin who can manage inventory, fulfill orders, and handle supplier relationships.

Estimated time: 10 min

Get professional valuation

Have the inventory professionally valued for estate purposes. Consult with the business accountant on proper handling.

Official docs

Document Now Checklist

QuickBooks Commerce account email
Business name
Approximate inventory value
Connected sales channels (Shopify, Amazon, etc.)
Warehouse or storage locations
Key supplier contacts
Executor note: physical inventory is a business asset — get valuation

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

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