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If you’ve ever wondered what happens to your digital footprint after you die, the answer depends on which social media accounts you use.
For Facebook, there are two options in your security settings you’ll want to consider.
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Your first option is to have your account memorialized, and you can designate a legacy contact to manage your page right now in your Facebook settings.
To do so, go to Account Settings >> Security >> Legacy Contact.
When your account is memorialized, it gives your friends and family a place to share memories long after you have died. But a legacy contact doesn’t get full control of your account.
You can also tell Facebook to permanently delete your account after your death.
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If you don’t make this selection beforehand, an immediate family member of executor can request the account be removed after supplying a death certificate.
You may also want to leave instructions about your online accounts in your will, especially if you have a personal website, blog or other digital assets.
Read more: Living will and durable power of attorney FAQs
This post was last modified on March 22, 2017 4:16 pm
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