Here’s a guide on what to do in case of the death of a loved one regarding their social media accounts:

1. Notify Family and Friends: Inform close family members, friends, and connections about the passing. They may need to take action regarding the deceased's social media profiles.

2. Review Account Settings:

• On Facebook, you can request to have the account memorialized, which allows the profile to remain active while disabling login options. You can also assign a legacy contact to manage the account.

• On Instagram, you can request the account to be memorialized or deleted. A memorialized account will remain online, but access is limited.

• On Twitter, you can request the deactivation of the account. There is no memorialization option, but the account can be deleted.

3. Respect the Deceased’s Wishes: If possible, refer to any instructions the deceased may have left regarding their social media presence. Some individuals may have shared their preferences for account management in their will or a digital legacy plan.

4. Delete or Deactivate Accounts: If the family decides to delete the accounts, contact the platforms' support teams with necessary documents, like a death certificate, to close the accounts.

5. Preserve Memories: Some families choose to leave social media accounts online to preserve memories. Memorialized accounts allow friends and family to share memories and tribute posts.

6. Access Accounts: If you need to access the accounts, you may need to provide proof of death, such as an official death certificate, and documentation that verifies your relationship with the deceased.

Each social media platform has its own policies for handling accounts after death, so it’s important to follow their procedures for a smooth transition.