What Happens to Your Kickstarter (Backer) Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Pledges
May not be refundable
Rewards
May still be fulfilled
Account
Close after review
Step-by-Step Guide
Review active pledges
Check for any active pledges that have not yet been charged. Cancel pledges before the campaign ends if possible.
Document pending rewards
Note any backed projects that may still deliver rewards — these belong to the estate.
Document Now Checklist
- Active pledge amounts and projects
- Pending reward deliveries
- Kickstarter account email
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Kickstarter (Backer). This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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PayPal
PayPal balances are estate assets. Recurring payments continue until cancelled by executor.
Venmo
Venmo balance is an estate asset. Family cannot access the social feed or transaction history directly.
Cash App
If you hold Bitcoin in Cash App, document this separately — crypto recovery requires additional steps.
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