Digital legacy: How to make sure your family is not locked out
As digital security becomes more robust, individuals risk leaving their families locked out of important data after death. Planning for digital legacy through tools like password managers with emergency access can help ensure loved ones gain access to essential accounts. Simple steps such as securely storing passwords or using emergency contact features can prevent loss of personal, financial, and sentimental information.
- ▪Many password managers offer emergency access features that allow trusted contacts to gain access to accounts after a set period.
- ▪Bitwarden, 1Password, and Dashlane provide different methods for transferring access, including timed approvals, printed emergency kits, and password-protected backup files.
- ▪Apple, Google, and Microsoft account access is critical, and users are advised to securely store device passwords or share them with trusted family members.
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| Publication time | Sun, 17 May 2026 16:30:00 +1000 |
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