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Who Will Check My Email After I Die?

Event SXSW Interactive 2009
Format Panel
Organizer John Romano Capstrat
Description Ever wondered what will happen to your digital existence after you die? E-mail, domain names, social networking content - do you want to leave it behind, "€œbequeath"€ it, or delete it? This in-depth discussion will provide technical, philosophical and legal insights on how to articulate your final online wishes.
Questions
Answered
  1. How can I decide what should be done with my social network profiles and other digital assets?
  2. How can I ensure sensitive information is deleted or transferred to the correct person?
  3. Can I leave my domain name in my will?
  4. Whom should I select to execute my digital estate?
  5. How can I inform my online friends of my death and share with them my final messages?
  6. Can I protect my digital identity from destruction by my descendants or others?
  7. Can I transfer my iTunes purchases to somebody else?
  8. How can I keep my dirty laundry out of my obituary?
  9. Is there a service that can help with this?
  10. How can I be sure that big companies (like Google, Facebook, Yahoo and Microsoft) will respect my wishes?
Level Intermediate
Category Human / Social Issues