Problems that can take place when suitable plans are not made in advance for one’s digital lives and their digital legacy. Hayley Smith talks about the difficulties she experienced following the death of her husband Matt. This includes his Facebook and other online accounts. James

X (Twitter) requires your Date of Birth. What will this mean for X accounts of the deceased? Over the last few weeks X has been prompting users to add their date of birth in order to continue to ‘access X’. Our ConcernsWe are concerned about

The Digital Legacy Conference 2024 announcement   The Digital Legacy Conference is an annual, international conference that explores and celebrates the positive impact technology can have within the end of life and bereavement. It is organised by the Digital Legacy Association.  Digital Legacy Conference 2024

Have you planned for your digital legacy? To read 'Have you planned your digital legacy?' pickup a copy of Good Housekeeping magazine from your local newsagents or online. It is available to purchase in UK Newsagents or online...Thank you for featuring some of our work

European Law Institute  The Digital Legacy Association have been appointed as an 'observer' for the European Law Institute's 'Model Rules on Succession of Digital Assets, Data and other Digital Remains' programme.  Other observers for this program are from The European Commission, STEP, Uniform Law Commission,

The Jeremy Vine show highlighted the importance of making plans for our digital assets and the problems that can occur when plans are not made for our online life in advance.The feature included an interview with Sarah Smith who lost her husband Matt Smith to

In 2024 we will continue to raise awareness about the importance of planning for our digital lives both in the UK and globally. We do this by training and supporting both the general public and professionals, by engaging with the media, developing policy and campaigning.  Photo

Our flagship ‘Sorting Out Your Digital Assets and Digital Legacy’ leaflet is now available to download in Punjabi for free