Digital Life
- Getting Access to Everything
- Email & Phone
- Self-Hosted Services
- Server & Network Infrastructure
- This Bookstack Instance
- Other Self-Hosted Services
- Domain Names & DNS
- How to Keep Running or Shut Down
- Cloud Services & Storage
- Subscriptions & Memberships
- Social Media & Digital Legacy
Getting Access to Everything
Password Manager
This is the single most important page in this entire documentation. The password manager holds the keys to nearly every online account, service, and subscription. Getting into it unlocks everything else.
Password Manager Details
| Password Manager | 1Password |
| Account Email | sblizzard@gmail.com |
| Master Password | @M************j |
Where to Find the Master Password
IMPORTANT: The master password is not stored digitally for security reasons. It can be found:
- [e.g., "Written on a card in the fireproof safe in the office closet"]
- [e.g., "Sealed envelope with attorney [Name] at [Firm]"]
- [e.g., "[Person's name] also knows it"]
How to Log In
- Go to [URL — e.g., vault.bitwarden.com] or download the app
- Enter the account email listed above
- Enter the master password from the physical location described above
- You may need a two-factor code — see the "Two-Factor Authentication Devices" page
What's Inside
Once you're in, you can search for any account by name. Each entry has the username, password, and usually the website URL. Important categories to look for:
- Banking & Financial — bank logins, investment accounts, credit cards
- Insurance — home, auto, life, health
- Utilities — electric, gas, water, internet
- Email — email account passwords
- Government — IRS, Social Security, DMV
- Subscriptions — streaming, software, memberships
Emergency Access Feature
[Does your password manager have an Emergency Access or Trusted Contact feature? If so, who is set up as the trusted contact and how does it work?]
Two-Factor Authentication Devices
Many accounts require a second factor (2FA) beyond the password — usually a code from a phone app or a physical key. Here's how to handle that.
Authenticator App
| App Used | [e.g., Google Authenticator, Authy, Microsoft Authenticator] |
| On Which Device | [e.g., Steve's iPhone, also on iPad] |
| Backup Method | [Does the app sync to cloud? Is there a backup device?] |
Physical Security Keys
| Key Type | Location | Accounts It's Used For |
|---|---|---|
| [e.g., YubiKey] | [e.g., On keychain, in safe] | [e.g., Google, GitHub, Bitwarden] |
| [Backup key] | [Location] | [Same accounts] |
SMS / Phone-Based 2FA
[Which accounts use text message codes? These will go to Steve's phone — you'll need access to that phone number. See "Phone & Cell Plan" for how to transfer or access the number.]
How to Access Steve's Phone
| Phone Model | [Model] |
| PIN / Passcode | [Where to find it — e.g., password manager, written in safe] |
| Biometric | [Face ID / fingerprint — won't work for others, use PIN] |
If You Can't Get 2FA Codes
Most services have a recovery process. Look for "Recovery Codes" on the next page, or contact the service's support with a death certificate — most major services (Google, Apple, Microsoft, etc.) have a deceased user process.
Recovery Codes & Backup Keys
When setting up two-factor authentication, most services provide one-time recovery codes. These are the "break glass" option if the authenticator app and security keys are both unavailable.
Where Recovery Codes Are Stored
[e.g., "Printed and stored in the fireproof safe," "Saved as a secure note in the password manager," "In a text file on the encrypted USB drive in the safe"]
Recovery Codes by Service
| Service | Recovery Codes Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| [Location] | ||
| Apple ID | [Location] | [Recovery key? Trusted phone number?] |
| Microsoft | [Location] | |
| Password Manager | [Location] | [Most critical one] |
| [Other critical service] | [Location] |
Encrypted USB / Backup Drive
[If you keep recovery codes or sensitive files on an encrypted USB drive, where is it and what's the decryption password?]
| Location | [Where the USB drive is] |
| Encryption Method | [e.g., BitLocker, VeraCrypt] |
| Password | [Where to find it] |
Email & Phone
Email Accounts
Primary Email
| Email Address | [Primary email] |
| Provider | [Gmail, Outlook, self-hosted, etc.] |
| Password | See password manager |
| 2FA Required? | [Yes/No — see 2FA page] |
| Used For | [e.g., Personal, bills, most account signups] |
Other Email Accounts
| Email Address | Provider | Purpose | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Email 2] | [Provider] | [Work, spam filter, etc.] | |
| [Email 3] | [Provider] | [Purpose] |
Email Forwarding / Aliases
[Are any emails forwarded to each other? Do you use aliases or catch-all addresses? This matters for receiving password reset emails.]
What to Do With Email
Keep the primary email account active for as long as possible — many account recovery and notification emails go there. Don't delete it or let it lapse. If it's a Gmail/Outlook account, it will stay active indefinitely as long as you log in occasionally. If it's tied to a custom domain, see "Domain Names & DNS" in the Self-Hosted Services chapter.
Phone & Cell Plan
Steve's Phone
| Phone Number | [Phone number] |
| Carrier | [e.g., Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T] |
| Account Holder | [Name on the account] |
| Account Number / PIN | [Account number and transfer PIN — or "see password manager"] |
| Plan Type | [Individual / Family plan] |
| Monthly Cost | [Amount] |
| How It's Paid | [Auto-pay from which card/account] |
| Device Payment? | [Still paying off the phone? How much remains?] |
Family Plan Members
[If it's a family plan, list who else is on it and their numbers. They'll need to know if the account holder changes.]
| Name | Phone Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| [Name] | [Number] | |
| [Name] | [Number] |
Why the Phone Number Matters
Steve's phone number is likely the recovery number for many accounts and receives 2FA text codes. Do not cancel this line immediately. Keep it active for at least several months while you transition accounts. Contact the carrier to transfer ownership of the account if needed.
Porting / Transferring the Number
[Steps to transfer the phone number to another person or device. You'll typically need: death certificate, account PIN, and to visit a store or call customer service.]
Self-Hosted Services
Server & Network Infrastructure
For deep technical details, see "2 - Network Info" and "3 - Computers / Servers" on the Current Info shelf. This page is the executive summary.
What's Running and Why
The home runs two Unraid servers (plus supporting network infrastructure) that host media streaming, home automation, document management, DNS/ad-blocking, backups, and this documentation wiki. Everything runs on the 10.100.100.0/24 network. The primary server ("BlizzRAID") does the heavy lifting; the backup server provides redundancy and additional services.
Server Hardware
| Name / Role | Type | IP Address | OS | Storage | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BlizzRAID (Main Server) | Unraid Tower | 10.100.100.4 | Unraid 7.3.2 (Lifetime license) | 4x 18 TB array (54 TB total, ~39 TB used), 2 TB NVMe cache, 1 TB passthrough | Runs most Docker containers and VMs. Hosts Plex, *arr stack, Home Assistant, Bookstack, and more. Login: 1Pass - Blizzraid |
| Unraid Backup | Unraid Tower | 10.100.100.5 | Unraid | 7x 1 TB array (7 TB total, ~3.4 TB used) + 1 TB parity | Backup server with NFS mounts from BlizzRAID. Runs AdGuard, Cloudflared tunnel, DHCP VM. Login: 1Pass - Unraid Backup |
| Blizzard-AD (File Server) | Windows Server | 10.100.100.15 | Windows (Active Directory) | Active Directory domain controller and file shares. Also runs DHCP. | |
| Ubuntu Server | VM on BlizzRAID | 10.100.100.6 | Ubuntu 24.04 | 500 GB vdisk | General purpose Linux server |
Virtual Machines (on BlizzRAID - 10.100.100.4)
| VM Name | Status | CPUs | RAM | IP Address | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HomeAssistant | Running | 4 | 8 GB | 10.100.100.20 | Smart home automation (port 8023) |
| DHCP - 2 | Running | 2 | 4 GB | 10.100.100.61 | DHCP server |
| Homepage | Running | 2 | 4 GB | Homepage dashboard server | |
| Ubuntu | Running | 2 | 8 GB | 10.100.100.6 | General Linux server |
| Web | Running | 2 | 8 GB | Web server (has 1 snapshot) | |
| web-fin | Running | 4 | 8 GB | Web/finance server | |
| LanTools | Running | 1 | 4 GB | Network tools | |
| ControlR | Stopped | 2 | 8 GB | Remote control |
Virtual Machines (on Backup Server - 10.100.100.5)
| VM Name | Status | CPUs | RAM | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DHCP | Running | 2 | 4 GB | DHCP server (redundant) |
Network Equipment
| Device | Brand / Model | IP Address | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Router / Firewall | Gloud Gateway Ultra | 10.100.100.1 | Runs Unifi Network Controller. Login: admin / in password manager |
| Managed Switch | Netgear | 10.100.100.2 | |
| POE Switch | Cisco 24-port | 10.100.100.3 | In office closet, powers APs and cameras |
| 8-Port Switch | Ubiquiti US-8-60W | 10.100.100.210 | |
| WiFi AP - House | Ubiquiti UniFi | 10.100.100.211 | |
| WiFi AP - Mike | Ubiquiti UniFi | 10.100.100.212 | |
| WiFi AP - Driveway | Ubiquiti UniFi | 10.100.100.132 | |
| WiFi AP - Deck | Ubiquiti UniFi | 10.100.100.136 | |
| Unifi Controller | Software (Docker) | 10.100.100.72 | Hosted on Backup server (10.100.100.5). Manages all WiFi APs. |
How to Access the Servers
Both Unraid servers have web-based management interfaces:
- BlizzRAID (Main): http://10.100.100.4 - Credentials in 1Password under "Blizzraid"
- Unraid Backup: http://10.100.100.5 - Credentials in 1Password under "Unraid Backup"
- File Server (AD): 10.100.100.15 - Windows login: administrator / in password manager
- Router: http://10.100.100.1 - admin / in password manager
UPS / Power Protection
Steve: Fill in UPS details - what model, what it protects, battery runtime, and whether it triggers auto-shutdown.
This Bookstack Instance
About This Wiki
You're reading it right now. This Bookstack documentation wiki runs on the home server and is the central place for all household documentation.
| URL | http://10.100.100.82/ (also https://docs.blizzhome.com) |
| Runs On | [Which server — e.g., "Main server in Docker"] |
| Admin Login | See password manager under "Bookstack" |
| Database | [e.g., MySQL/MariaDB running alongside in Docker] |
Backups
[How is Bookstack backed up? Automated? Where do backups go? How to restore?]
If It Goes Down
[Quick steps to restart — e.g., "SSH into the server and run 'docker compose up -d' in /home/steve/bookstack" or "Restart the VM called 'bookstack' in Proxmox"]
If the Server Dies
If the server hardware fails entirely, this wiki goes with it unless backups are available. Consider keeping a printed or PDF copy of the "Read This First" book and the "Getting Access to Everything" chapter somewhere safe (like with the important documents in the safe).
Other Self-Hosted Services
All services below run on the home servers (BlizzRAID at 10.100.100.4 and Unraid Backup at 10.100.100.5). Web interfaces are accessible from inside the home network. Credentials are in 1Password unless noted otherwise.
Critical Services
| Service | What It Does | URL | Server | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vaultwarden | Self-hosted password manager (Bitwarden compatible) | 10.100.200.10 | BlizzRAID | Contains all passwords. See Password Manager page. |
| AdGuard Home (x3) | Network DNS ad-blocking | 10.100.100.16, 10.100.100.17, 10.100.100.18 | Both servers | Three instances for redundancy. If all go down, change DNS on DHCP server. Ask Adam A. for help. |
| Nginx Proxy Manager | Reverse proxy for all services | http://10.100.100.98 | BlizzRAID | Routes external traffic to internal services via Cloudflare tunnel |
| Cloudflared Tunnel (x2) | Secure external access without port forwarding | Both servers | Connects services to Cloudflare for external access | |
| MariaDB | Database server | 10.100.100.81 | BlizzRAID | Used by Bookstack and other services |
| Redis | In-memory database/cache | 10.100.100.91 | BlizzRAID | Used by Paperless-NGX and other services |
| Duplicati | Backup software | http://10.100.100.4:8200 | BlizzRAID | Backs up server data to local and remote locations |
Media & Entertainment
| Service | What It Does | URL | Server | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plex | Primary media server (movies, TV, music) | http://10.100.100.11:32400 | BlizzRAID | Media libraries: Movies, TV, 4K Movies, 4K TV, Classic TV, Music, and more |
| Jellyfin | Alternative media server | 10.100.200.30 | BlizzRAID | Open-source Plex alternative |
| Sonarr | TV show management & downloading | http://10.100.100.85 | BlizzRAID | Automatically downloads TV episodes |
| Radarr | Movie management & downloading | http://10.100.100.87 | BlizzRAID | Automatically downloads movies |
| Lidarr | Music management & downloading | 10.100.200.16 | BlizzRAID | Automatically downloads music |
| Readarr | Book/audiobook management | http://10.100.100.92 | BlizzRAID | Automatically downloads ebooks |
| Prowlarr | Indexer manager for *arr apps | http://10.100.100.86 | BlizzRAID | Manages download sources for Sonarr/Radarr/etc. |
| SABnzbd | Usenet download client | http://10.100.100.89 | BlizzRAID | Downloads from Usenet (requires active Usenet subscription) |
| Bazarr | Subtitle management | 10.100.200.6 | BlizzRAID | Automatically downloads subtitles for movies & TV |
| Seerr | Media request manager | http://10.100.100.84 | BlizzRAID | Lets family members request movies/TV shows (replaced Overseerr) |
| Censorarr | Content filtering for media | 10.100.200.70 | BlizzRAID | Filters content in media playback |
| Threadfin | IPTV/DVR proxy | http://10.100.100.83 | BlizzRAID | Provides TV tuner emulation for Plex DVR |
| Plex-Auto-Languages | Plex helper | BlizzRAID | Automatically sets language preferences in Plex | |
| Plex-Poster-Helper-2 | Plex poster management | 10.100.200.19 | BlizzRAID | Manages custom poster artwork |
| Pinchflat (x2) | YouTube archiver | http://10.100.100.4:8945 | Both servers | Archives YouTube content |
| Calibre | Ebook management | http://10.100.100.75 | BlizzRAID | Ebook library manager |
Home Automation & Smart Home
| Service | What It Does | URL | Server | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Assistant | Smart home automation hub | http://10.100.100.20:8023 | BlizzRAID (VM) | Controls lights, sensors, automations. See Smart Home book on Current Info shelf. |
| Homey | Smart home hub (Athom) | 10.100.100.93 | BlizzRAID | Additional smart home platform |
| Homebridge | HomeKit bridge | http://10.100.100.4:8581 | BlizzRAID | Exposes non-HomeKit devices to Apple Home |
| Hubitat (x2) | Smart home controllers | 10.100.100.21 (Home), 10.100.100.22 (Mike) | Hardware devices | Zigbee/Z-Wave controllers |
Productivity & Documents
| Service | What It Does | URL | Server | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bookstack | Documentation wiki (this site) | http://10.100.100.82 / https://docs.blizzhome.com | BlizzRAID | See "This Bookstack Instance" page |
| Paperless-NGX | Document management system | http://10.100.100.90 | BlizzRAID | Scans, OCRs, and organizes documents. Check for important docs! |
| Mealie | Recipe manager | http://10.100.100.39 | BlizzRAID | Family recipe collection |
| n8n | Workflow automation | 10.100.200.8 | BlizzRAID | Automates tasks between services |
| Open WebUI | AI chat interface | 10.100.200.50 | BlizzRAID | Self-hosted AI chatbot interface |
Photos & Security
| Service | What It Does | URL | Server | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immich | Photo & video management | 10.100.200.15 | BlizzRAID | Google Photos alternative. Has its own PostgreSQL database (10.100.200.14). |
| Reolink Camera Server | Security cameras | http://10.100.100.80 | Dedicated device | NVR for security cameras |
Gaming & Other
| Service | What It Does | URL | Server | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMP | Game server manager | 10.100.200.25 | BlizzRAID | Manages game servers (Minecraft, etc.) |
| Speedtest Tracker | Internet speed monitoring | http://10.100.100.7 | BlizzRAID | Runs speed tests every 30 minutes |
| Tracearr | Media tracking | 10.100.200.88 | BlizzRAID | Tracks media activity |
| Octoprint | 3D printer control | http://10.100.100.30:5000 | Dedicated device | Controls 3D printer remotely |
| Caddy Proxy | Web server / reverse proxy | 10.100.100.10 | Additional reverse proxy | |
| Networking Toolbox | Network diagnostics | http://10.100.100.4:3500 | BlizzRAID | Network troubleshooting tools |
Stopped / Inactive Services
These containers exist but are currently stopped. They can be started from the Unraid Docker page if needed:
| Service | What It Does | Server |
|---|---|---|
| FlareSolverr | Captcha solving proxy for *arr apps | BlizzRAID |
| AdGuardBuddy | AdGuard sync tool | BlizzRAID |
| Wizarr | Plex invitation manager | BlizzRAID |
| Prismarr | Media management tool | BlizzRAID |
| TandoorRecipes | Alternative recipe manager | BlizzRAID |
| GoAccess-NPMLogs | Nginx Proxy Manager log viewer | BlizzRAID |
| Homepage | Dashboard/homepage app | BlizzRAID |
| BentoPDF | PDF generator | BlizzRAID |
| ConvertX | File converter | Backup |
| Morphos | File converter | Backup |
Priority Guide
Critical - Needs to keep running: Vaultwarden, AdGuard Home, MariaDB, Redis, Duplicati, Nginx Proxy Manager
Important - Useful to keep but not urgent: Home Assistant, Plex, Paperless-NGX, Immich, Bookstack, SABnzbd
Nice to have - Can be shut down whenever: *arr stack, Jellyfin, Mealie, AMP, Speedtest, Pinchflat, Open WebUI, and everything else
Domain Names & DNS
Domains Owned
| Domain | Registrar | Expiration | Auto-Renew? | What It's Used For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| blizzhome.com | [Registrar — e.g., Cloudflare, Namecheap, Google] | [Date] | [Yes/No] | Home documentation (docs.blizzhome.com) |
| [Other domain] | [Registrar] | [Date] | [Yes/No] | [Purpose] |
Registrar Login
See password manager — search for the registrar name (e.g., "Cloudflare," "Namecheap").
DNS Provider
| DNS Managed By | [Same as registrar? Cloudflare? Self-hosted?] |
| How to Access | [URL and login info] |
What to Do With Domains
Keep auto-renew on for any domain that matters (especially blizzhome.com if this wiki uses it). Domains that aren't needed can be allowed to expire. The registrar account credentials are in the password manager.
Dynamic DNS / Reverse Proxy
[If you use a dynamic DNS service or reverse proxy (e.g., Nginx Proxy Manager, Caddy, Traefik) to make services accessible, describe the setup here.]
How to Keep Running or Shut Down
Option 1: Keep Everything Running (Easiest Short-Term)
The servers and services will keep running on their own for weeks or months with no intervention. As long as the power stays on and the internet bill is paid, everything will just work. This buys you time to figure out what you want to do long-term.
Option 2: Keep Only the Essentials
If you want to simplify but keep some things:
- Keep running: The password manager (if self-hosted), this Bookstack wiki, home automation, and DNS/ad-blocking
- Can shut down: Media server, any hobby/project services
- To stop a service: [e.g., "SSH into the server and run 'docker stop [container-name]'"]
Option 3: Shut Everything Down
If you want to turn it all off:
- First: Export/backup anything you want to keep:
- This Bookstack wiki — [how to export, e.g., "Settings > Maintenance > Export" or backup files]
- Any files on the NAS/server — [copy to an external drive or cloud]
- Photos/media — [where they are and how to copy them]
- Then: You can simply power off the server. Nothing bad will happen. The smart home devices will still work locally (lights, locks) but automations will stop.
- WiFi and internet will keep working — those run on separate equipment (router/access points), not the server.
Getting Help
If you need someone technical to help with the servers, reach out to:
- [Trusted tech-savvy friend/family member name and contact]
- [Local IT professional or MSP if applicable]
The detailed technical docs are in the "2 - Network Info" and "3 - Computers / Servers" books — a knowledgeable person can follow those.
Cloud Services & Storage
Cloud Storage Accounts
Cloud Storage
| Service | Account / Email | Storage Used | What's Stored There | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Drive | [Email] | [e.g., 50 GB of 100 GB] | [Documents, scans, shared files] | [Free / $X] |
| iCloud | [Apple ID email] | [Usage] | [iPhone backups, photos, docs] | [Amount] |
| OneDrive | [Email] | [Usage] | [What's there] | [Amount] |
| Dropbox | [Email] | [Usage] | [What's there] | [Amount] |
| [Other] | [Account] | [Usage] | [Contents] | [Cost] |
Delete rows for services you don't use. All login credentials are in the password manager.
Important Files to Know About
[Call out specific folders or files that someone might need — e.g., "The 'Important Documents' folder in Google Drive has scans of all our insurance policies, the will, and tax returns going back 5 years."]
Shared Drives / Folders
What to Do
Don't delete any cloud storage accounts right away. Review the contents first — there may be important documents, shared family photos, or files other people depend on. Most services will keep the account active indefinitely as long as the subscription is paid (or it's free tier).
Photos & Media Libraries
Where Photos Are Stored
| Service / Location | Account | Approx. Size | Backed Up Elsewhere? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Photos | [Email] | [Size] | [Yes/No — where?] |
| Apple Photos / iCloud | [Apple ID] | [Size] | [Yes/No] |
| Local NAS / Server | [Path or share name] | [Size] | [Backup details] |
| External Hard Drive | [Label / location] | [Size] | |
| [Other] |
Photo Organization
[How are photos organized — by year, by event? Is there a primary library that's the "master" copy? Any shared family albums?]
Video / Media
[Home videos — where are they stored? Any special format considerations? Media server library (Plex/Jellyfin) — where are those files?]
What to Do
Photos are irreplaceable. Before canceling any cloud storage service, make sure all photos are downloaded or backed up elsewhere. Google Takeout (takeout.google.com) can export all Google Photos. Apple has a similar process through privacy.apple.com.
Subscriptions & Memberships
Streaming Services
All login credentials are in the password manager.
Video Streaming
| Service | Account Email | Monthly Cost | Payment Method | Shared With |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Netflix] | [Email] | [$X] | [Card ending XXXX] | [Family members] |
| [Hulu] | [Email] | [$X] | [Card] | |
| [Disney+] | [Email] | [$X] | [Card] | |
| [YouTube Premium] | [Email] | [$X] | [Card] | [Family plan?] |
| [Amazon Prime Video] | [Email] | [Part of Prime] | [Card] | |
| [Add/remove as needed] |
Music Streaming
| Service | Account Email | Monthly Cost | Payment Method | Family Plan? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Spotify / Apple Music / etc.] | [Email] | [$X] | [Card] | [Yes/No — who's on it] |
What to Do
Review which services other family members use. Keep shared/family plan subscriptions active as long as others need them. Cancel anything that only Steve used when ready. Most services won't charge after cancellation — they just stop at the end of the billing period.
Software Subscriptions
Software & App Subscriptions
| Service | What It's For | Cost | Billing Cycle | Keep? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [e.g., Microsoft 365] | Office apps, OneDrive | [$X] | [Monthly/Annual] | [Yes — family uses it] |
| [e.g., Adobe CC] | Photoshop, etc. | [$X] | [Monthly/Annual] | [Cancel if not needed] |
| [e.g., Password manager] | Password storage | [$X] | [Annual] | [KEEP — critical] |
| [e.g., VPN service] | Privacy/security | [$X] | [Annual] | [Optional] |
| [e.g., Cloud backup] | Online backup | [$X] | [Monthly] | [Keep until data retrieved] |
| [Add more rows] |
App Store Subscriptions
[Check for subscriptions through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. These are managed through the respective accounts, not individual websites. In iOS: Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. In Android: Play Store > Payments & subscriptions.]
Domain / Hosting Subscriptions
[Any recurring charges for domain names, web hosting, or cloud services — see also "Domain Names & DNS" page.]
Other Recurring Services
Memberships
| Service | Type | Cost | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Amazon Prime] | Shopping / Shipping | [$X/year] | [Annual] | [Cancel or keep — others may use it] |
| [Costco / Sam's Club] | Warehouse membership | [$X/year] | [Annual] | |
| [Gym membership] | Fitness | [$X/month] | [Monthly] | [May need to cancel in person] |
| [AAA] | Roadside assistance | [$X/year] | [Annual] | [Covers vehicles] |
| [Add more rows] |
Gaming
| Service / Platform | Account | Monthly Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Xbox Game Pass / PS Plus] | [Username] | [$X] | [Digital game library tied to this account] |
| [Steam] | [Username] | [Free / varies] | [Purchased game library] |
| [Nintendo Online] | [Account] | [$X] |
Charitable Giving / Recurring Donations
| Organization | Amount | Frequency | Payment Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Church tithe] | [$X] | [Weekly/Monthly] | [Bank account / card] |
| [Other charity] | [$X] | [Monthly/Annual] | [Payment method] |
Total Monthly Recurring Costs
[Optional: add up all the monthly costs from this chapter so family has a rough number. e.g., "Total recurring digital subscriptions: approximately $XXX/month"]
Social Media & Digital Legacy
Social Media Accounts
All login credentials are in the password manager.
Active Accounts
| Platform | Username / Profile | Email on Account | What to Do |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Username or profile URL] | [Email] | [Memorialize / Delete / Leave] | |
| [@handle] | [Email] | [Memorialize / Delete] | |
| Twitter / X | [@handle] | [Email] | [Delete / Leave] |
| [Profile URL] | [Email] | [Memorialize / Delete] | |
| [Username] | [Email] | [Leave / Delete] | |
| YouTube | [Channel name] | [Google account] | [Leave / Delete] |
| [Other] |
What "Memorialize" Means
Some platforms (Facebook, Instagram) let you turn a profile into a memorial page. This preserves the profile and lets friends post memories. You'll typically need to submit a death certificate through the platform's help center.
Legacy Contact (Facebook)
[Have you set a Legacy Contact on Facebook? If so, who? This person can manage your memorialized profile.]
Google Inactive Account Manager
[Have you set up Google's Inactive Account Manager? If so, who is the trusted contact and what will they receive? Check at myaccount.google.com/inactive]
Digital Legacy & Memorial Settings
My Wishes
[This is the place to express what you'd want done with your digital presence. Write in your own words. For example:]
- "Memorialize my Facebook, delete Twitter and Reddit."
- "Keep my Google account active for at least a year — there are shared files others need."
- "My photo library on Google Photos has all our family photos — please make sure [person] has a copy before closing anything."
- "Don't worry about the servers — just turn them off when you're ready."
Accounts With Legacy / Deceased User Processes
| Service | Process | URL |
|---|---|---|
| Inactive Account Manager or request for deceased user | support.google.com/accounts/troubleshooter/6357590 | |
| Apple | Digital Legacy Contact or deceased account request | support.apple.com/en-us/HT208510 |
| Memorialization or account removal | facebook.com/help/contact/305593649477238 | |
| Memorialization request | help.instagram.com/contact/1474899482730688 | |
| Microsoft | Next of Kin process | support.microsoft.com (search "deceased user") |
Digital Legacy Contacts Already Configured
| Service | Legacy Contact | What They Can Access |
|---|---|---|
| Apple (Digital Legacy) | [Name or "not set up"] | [Details] |
| Google (Inactive Account Manager) | [Name or "not set up"] | [Details] |
| Facebook (Legacy Contact) | [Name or "not set up"] | [Details] |
| Password Manager (Emergency Access) | [Name or "not set up"] | [Details] |
Recommendation
If you haven't already set up legacy/inactive account contacts on Google, Apple, and Facebook, consider doing so. It makes access much easier for your family without having to go through formal requests with death certificates. The password manager's emergency access feature is especially valuable.