What Happens to Your Udemy (Instructor) Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Income
Ongoing course sales
Hosting
No monthly fee
Revenue
Udemy takes commission
Step-by-Step Guide
Courses continue earning
Udemy courses continue generating revenue indefinitely with no hosting fee. Udemy takes a commission on each sale.
Update payment info
Contact Udemy instructor support to update payment info for the estate so royalties continue flowing.
Document Now Checklist
- Udemy instructor profile URL
- Monthly course revenue
- Number of courses and students
- Payout method (PayPal/Payoneer)
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Udemy (Instructor). This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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Transfer important private repositories to a trusted collaborator or organisation. Go to Repo Settings → Transfer.
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