What Happens to Your Home Security (Ring/SimpliSafe/Vivint) Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Ring
1-800-656-1918
SimpliSafe
Month-to-month
Vivint
Contract — ETF waived
Step-by-Step Guide
Keep security active while property is vacant
Home security should remain active during estate settlement to protect the property.
Cancel when property is sold or transferred
Ring: cancel at ring.com. SimpliSafe: month-to-month, easy cancel. Vivint: contract — request ETF waiver with death cert.
Document Now Checklist
- Security provider and account
- Whether on contract
- Equipment owned or leased
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Note your electric and gas company names, account numbers, and monthly billing amounts.
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Return rented equipment (modem, router, cable boxes) promptly to avoid equipment charges that can be $100-300+.
Cell Phone
Do NOT cancel the phone line immediately — the number may be needed to receive 2FA codes for other accounts. Keep it active for 30-60 days.
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