What Happens to Your WordPress.com Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Cost
$0-$45/mo
Contact
wordpress.com/support
Content
Export before closure
Step-by-Step Guide
Export all content before closure
WordPress.com allows full content export. Go to Tools > Export to download all posts, pages, and media.
Cancel premium plan if applicable
Free sites stay up. Premium plans ($4-$45/mo) auto-renew and should be cancelled.
Document Now Checklist
- WordPress.com account email
- Whether premium plan is active
- Website URL
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with WordPress.com. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
Related Guides
Domain Names (GoDaddy, Namecheap, Cloudflare)
Domains expire on a specific date. If not renewed, they become publicly available and can be registered by anyone.
Shopify
If you have an active Shopify store, orders may continue coming in. Your executor needs access immediately to fulfill or refund.
GitHub
Transfer important private repositories to a trusted collaborator or organisation. Go to Repo Settings → Transfer.
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