What Happens to Your Public.com Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Investment
Estate claim for portfolio
Crypto
Check for crypto holdings
Treasury
Check Treasury Bills balance
Step-by-Step Guide
Contact Public.com for estate claim
Contact Public.com support to initiate the estate claim. Provide a death certificate and letters testamentary.
Identify all asset types
Public.com may hold stocks, crypto, and Treasury Bills. Ensure all asset types are identified and claimed.
Document Now Checklist
- Public.com account email
- Stock portfolio value
- Crypto holdings if any
- Treasury Bills balance if any
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Start your vault — free for 30 daysLast verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Public.com. 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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