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My friend died suddenly. His digital life became a nightmare – PCWorld.com

Summary:
To prevent family and friends from being locked out of essential accounts, photos, and personal records, the article outlines four core steps for digital estate planning.

  1. Add an emergency contact to your password manager
    Use password managers that support emergency access features (such as LastPass, Bitwarden, NordPass, RoboForm, or ProtonPass) so trusted contacts can request vault access after a designated waiting period. Services without built-in emergency access (like 1Password, Apple, or Google) require directly sharing or storing backup master credentials.

  2. Set up an email legacy contact
    Email is the central hub for account recovery, bills, and communications. Set up Google’s Inactive Account Manager or Apple’s legacy contact feature to grant access to designated contacts after death. For Microsoft accounts, password and passkey access must be saved directly, as Microsoft only grants legacy access to OneDrive files.
    Note: The Google Inactive Account Manager feature is one reason I recommend Gmail.

  3. Provide access to your phone and mobile carrier account
    Leave behind both your phone’s lock screen passcode and your mobile account credentials (e.g., Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile). Phone access lets loved ones retrieve contacts and 2FA codes, while account control lets them manage billing and keep the phone number active during estate settlement.

  4. Ensure access to primary computers
    Share device passwords and BitLocker or encryption recovery keys so trusted individuals can access stored files, photos, active subscriptions, and local accounts.

Bonus Advice:
Create a legally binding will and a set of final directions covering personal matters (e.g., pets, plants, distributions). Save copies both digitally in a shared cloud folder and as printed physical copies in an obvious location.

This Week’s Tip or Trick

How do I use the Windows multiple-copy clipboard

To use the multiple-copy clipboard in Windows 10 or 11, press the Windows key + V to open the clipboard history, click Turn on if prompted, and then copy multiple items using Ctrl + C as normal. Press Windows key + V anytime to view and select which item to paste. How to use clipboard history in Windows 11
How to Enable Clipboard History
  • Open Settings by pressing the Windows key + I.
  • Go to System and select Clipboard.
  • Toggle on Clipboard history.
  • Alternatively, press the Windows key + V, then click Turn on when the prompt appears.
    Using the clipboard
How to Copy and Paste Multiple Items
  • Copy your items one by one using Ctrl + C (or right-click and choose Copy) for text, links, or images up to 4 MB.
  • Click inside the document, email, or text box where you want to paste.
  • Press the Windows key + V to open your saved list.
  • Click on any previous item in the menu to paste it.
How to Manage Your Clipboard
  • Pin items: Click the three dots next to an item and select the pin icon so it stays saved even if you restart your PC.
  • Delete items: Click the three dots next to a specific entry and select the trash can icon to remove it.
  • Clear all: Click Clear all inside the Windows + V menu to wipe unpinned history.
  • Sync across devices: Turn on Sync across your devices in Settings > System > Clipboard to access copied text across signed-in computers.

Chromebook multiple-copy clipboard

To use the built-in clipboard history on a Chromebook to view and paste recent items:
How to Access the Clipboard

Bitwarden Tip

Are online bank apps safe? 7 features before moving money – CyberGuy  -cyberguy.com

Features for secure banking apps

  1. Verified App Listing and Website: Download the app from an official app store or the bank’s verified website, and check the exact developer name and spelling to avoid lookalike scams.

  2. Strong Sign-in Options: Look for robust authentication controls beyond a password, such as passkeys, authenticator apps, multi-factor authentication (MFA), or biometrics (Face ID or fingerprint recognition).

  3. Phone Security and Privacy Controls: Make sure the app and OS are updated, enable auto-lock, hide sensitive lock-screen notifications, and block remote access requests from unknown parties.

  4. Customizable Transaction Alerts: Enable push or text notifications for key triggers, including new device sign-ins, password changes, newly linked accounts, withdrawals, and deposits.

  5. Clear Controls for Linked Accounts: Look for transparent consent screens and granular settings to manage third-party app connections, set transfer limits, and revoke access when no longer needed.

  6. Reliable Account Recovery and Customer Support: Ensure multiple account recovery paths (e.g., website sign-in, phone verification) and accessible, real-person customer support if your phone is lost or damaged.

  7. Protections and Guidance Against Suspicious Messages: Look for clear guidance on how the bank communicates, along with features that help verify alerts, so you can avoid social engineering and impersonation scams.

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