What Happens to Your Social Media Account Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Difficulty
Varies by platform
Key Info
Use for any social platform not listed individually
Monetization
Check if applicable
Step-by-Step Guide
Cancel any active subscription
Check whether the platform has a premium subscription and cancel it to stop recurring charges. Look in account settings or the linked app store.
Estimated time: 5-10 min
Download data and photos
Most platforms offer a data download option in Settings or Privacy. Download all content, photos, videos, and messages.
Estimated time: 15-60 min
Decide: memorialize or delete
Determine whether the platform offers memorialization. If so, decide between memorializing the account or requesting full deletion.
Estimated time: 5 min
Contact the platform
Reach out to the platform\'s support team to request memorialization or deletion. Most platforms require a Death Certificate and proof of relationship.
Document Now Checklist
- Platform name
- Username or profile URL
- Follower count
- Monetized (yes/no)
- Monthly income if monetized
- Preference: memorialize or delete
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Social Media Account. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
Related Guides
Facebook has the best memorial process of any social platform. Set up a Legacy Contact now — it takes 5 minutes.
Go to Settings → Account → Download Data to save all photos, videos, and profile info.
X (Twitter)
X does NOT memorialise accounts. If not deactivated, X may eventually delete your account due to inactivity.
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