Digital Legacy Checklist for High-Risk Professionals

Plan your digital legacy to protect sensitive data and assets, especially for high-risk professionals. Learn essential steps for safeguarding your online presence.

Digital Legacy Checklist for High-Risk Professionals

Your digital legacy is more than just online accounts - it’s everything from sensitive data to cryptocurrencies that need proper planning to avoid chaos after your death. For professionals in high-risk roles, like executives, healthcare workers, and journalists, this planning is even more critical due to the nature of their work and data.

Here’s how to secure and manage your digital legacy effectively:

  • Create a digital asset inventory: List all devices, accounts, software, and data storage locations, along with access details like usernames, passwords, and encryption keys.
  • Use password managers and encryption: Protect accounts with strong, unique passwords and encrypt sensitive data to prevent breaches.
  • Set up a dead man's switch: Automate th...