The article discusses the importance of planning for digital legacy by using password managers with inheritance features, such as Keeper, LogMeOnce, and NordPass, to ensure loved ones can access online accounts after death. It emphasizes the need for pre-arranged access, secure account management, and proper account shutdown procedures to protect privacy and simplify estate handling.
The article discusses the importance of planning for digital legacy and how password managers with emergency access features, like Proton Pass, can help securely transfer online account access to trusted contacts after death or incapacitation, highlighting legal considerations and best practices.
BBC Verify investigates social media accounts linked to Tyler Robinson and his roommate, revealing online activity related to gaming, politics, and personal experiences with gender transition, but cannot confirm ownership of the accounts.
CU Boulder's student-run Digital Legacy Clinic offers free support to help individuals plan for managing their online assets after death, including creating digital estate plans, securing accounts, and guiding families through digital asset recovery, addressing a growing need as online footprints expand.
The Social Security Administration is requiring users who created a my Social Security account before September 18, 2021, to switch to a Login.gov or ID.me account to continue accessing their information. This transition aims to simplify secure sign-ins and reduce wait times for customer service. Approximately 46 million out of 86 million account holders need to make this switch, though no final deadline has been set. Existing Login.gov or ID.me users do not need to take any action.
This article provides a checklist for decluttering your digital life, including your phone, computer, and online accounts. It suggests monthly tasks such as deleting unused apps, clearing notes and reminders, and going through past photos and messages. Weekly tasks include closing all browser tabs, organizing desktop files, and clearing browser cookies and cache. Additionally, it recommends monthly actions like closing unused online accounts, unsubscribing from newsletters, archiving unopened emails, and deleting unnecessary documents and photos from cloud storage.
