Back to school: Should digital legacy be on your parental checklist?

Back to school day

The start of the school year is a time of change and reflection, and it often involves new circumstances such as moving to a new city, starting a new job, or beginning a new academic program.

Considering your digital legacy at the start of the school year, especially for parents, students, or faculty members, can be prudent.

Where are you keeping online information for your offspring if, heaven forbid, something bad happens? Do they know about? Will they have access, when needed?

Many keep documents with lists of passwords in various online storage solutions like Google Docs or DropBox. If you're one of those, you might want to consider a smarter, dedicated solution.

Digital vaults protect your online assets, ensure your wishes, and provide legal clarity. It can prevent assets of immense sentimental value from being lost – pictures, videos, messages, and more. It can also avoid potential disputes among family members and ensure that your assets are distributed according to your preferences.

WiziWill was created to provide peace of mind to parents looking to sort their digital assets for their beneficiaries. Our application collects information on accounts, devices, important documents, personal notes and memories, and puts them one place, protected by bank-grade digital security, Unlike traditional methods, we ensure that your designated beneficiaries can only access this information in the unfortunate event of your passing. This safeguards your privacy and prevents unauthorized access during your lifetime.

Knowing your affairs are in order allows you to focus on the new academic year with less stress. This peace of mind can be beneficial for both students and parents as they navigate the demands of school life.

While it may seem unusual to think about creating a will at the start of the school year, it can be a strategic opportunity to ensure that your legal and financial matters are in order, providing stability and security for you and your family.

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