What Happens to Your PMI / PMP Certification Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Priority
Medium
Certification
Non-transferable
Dues
Cancel auto-renewal
Step-by-Step Guide
Notify PMI
Contact PMI Customer Care to report the death and cancel the membership and any active certifications (PMP, CAPM, PgMP, etc.).
Cancel recurring payments
Cancel any recurring membership dues or certification renewal payments.
Notify employer if relevant
If the PMP certification was tied to an employer requirement or contract, notify the employer of the status change.
Document Now Checklist
- PMI ID number
- Active certifications held
- Certification expiration dates
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Domain Names (GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare)
Domains expire on a specific date. If not renewed, they become publicly available and can be registered by anyone.
Shopify
If you have an active Shopify store, orders may continue coming in. Your executor needs access immediately to fulfill or refund.
GitHub
Transfer important private repositories to a trusted collaborator or organisation. Go to Repo Settings → Transfer.
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