What Happens to Your OpenSea (NFTs) Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Access via
Connected wallet
NFTs
Check value
Process
Wallet recovery
Step-by-Step Guide
Access is through the connected crypto wallet
OpenSea has no separate login. Access requires the crypto wallet (MetaMask, Phantom, etc.) that was connected to the account.
Check NFT collection value
Some NFT collections have significant value. Check floor prices on opensea.io before transferring.
Transfer valuable NFTs to estate wallet
Using the connected wallet, transfer NFTs to a new wallet the estate controls.
Document Now Checklist
- Which wallet is connected to OpenSea
- Known valuable NFT collections
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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