Digital assets now form a significant part of many estates. These can include:

• Online bank accounts
• Social-media accounts
• Photos and videos stored in the cloud
• Email accounts
• Digital wallets and online subscriptions
• Online business accounts (Amazon, Shopify, etc.)

Without clear instruction, digital information can become inaccessible or permanently lost.

Including digital assets in your Will and legacy plan ensures — access can be granted, — important data is not lost, and — accounts can be closed or memorialised appropriately.

This article is for general information only and not personal advice. Consult a professional for your situation.