Let a relative know your domain passwords !

[gazzip]

A friend of mine in his mid 40's died suddenly and unfortunately nobody knew how to manage his domains, needless to say a few have expired and one of his developed property ones that his wife wanted to keep was "kept" by TUCOWS < no surprise there !

Make a plan if you can, there's no saying when you're going to pop off !


Don't put it off until its too late.



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[Jasonn]

Everyone should at least have them written down and in a place someone you can trust knows.

 

[Kate]

Sorry for your friend

This is a healthy reminder that you should have a list of assets and passwords somewhere available to someone you trust, at least if you are not structured as a corporation.

 

[jkennedy]

True.
You never know when you will have a sudden illness or even death. I'm sure many do not even think to keep our passwords, etc where a trusted relative can get them. Also, be sure to explain to this person how the domain business works. It would be a wise idea for them to get an account here at namepros, so that they can get advise if needed and learn a bit more if something did occur.

 

[Malaysia]

i already have a book in my parents safekeeping of all the passwords to my emails, domain names, paypal, bank, ppc, adsense, etc etc

Of course it is encrypted wif codes as well coz i wont blindly write the exact password down.my parents or sister would know how read the codes so if it ever falls into somebody else's hands it will still be safe.Did that years ago when i started buying insurance .

 

[lzy]

Of course it is encrypted wif codes as well coz i wont blindly write the exact password down.my parents or sister would know how read the codes so if it ever falls into somebody else's hands it will still be safe.Did that years ago when i started buying insurance .

Something like symbols that hint at your passwords?

I should start doing something like that too.

 

[domaino]

A friend of mine in his mid 40's died suddenly and unfortunately nobody knew how to manage his domains, needless to say a few have expired and one of his developed property ones that his wife wanted to keep was "kept" by TUCOWS < no surprise there !

Make a plan if you can, there's no saying when you're going to pop off !


Don't put it off until its too late.
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My condolences, Gazzip.

Do you have a blog by any chance? I remember reading an article on this very topic only a week or so ago.

Ah, I remember what happened. A girl's boyfriend passed away and a few days after his death she received an inquiry about one of his domains. Unbeknown to her, the domain was quite valuable, and if it weren't for the actions of a good samaritan, she would have sold the name for well below market value. Or something like that, anyway!

We all tend to think we're invincible and that the worst will never happen to us, but unfortunately we are all heading in the same direction, only some of us will get there quicker than others.

 

[1901gt]

Any such thing as domain insurance? Lol.

 

[Albert]

i already have a book in my parents safekeeping of all the passwords to my emails, domain names, paypal, bank, ppc, adsense, etc etc

Of course it is encrypted wif codes as well coz i wont blindly write the exact password down.my parents or sister would know how read the codes so if it ever falls into somebody else's hands it will still be safe.Did that years ago when i started buying insurance .

So you haven't change your password since years ago?

I am thinking something bad....hahahaha... just kidding.

Any such thing as domain insurance? Lol.

yes domain insurance but only for stolen domains. offer from jay of domaintools.com but I dont think there is one for somebody's dead.

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I always read on blogs about what will they do of their blog if they die (blog for business i mean)
http://www.problogger.net/archives/...ills-what-happens-to-your-blogs-when-you-die/
http://www.adesblog.com/2008/08/13/wordpress-plugin-when-you-die/
You can search some more on google but I don't read much about domainers only once at whizzbangsblog.com. Can't find the link now.

 

[Easydoms]

I have a plan of action JUST IN CASE!! But will say to all and its just common sence, but please ensure you know who your trusting your private things with.

 

[gazzip]

Thanks for the kind words :tu:

It would be a wise idea for them to get an account here at namepros, so that they can get advise if needed and learn a bit more if something did occur.

Nice idea, at least leave them the namepros user passwords or a link to Namepros where they could ask advice.

My condolences, Gazzip.

Do you have a blog by any chance? I remember reading an article on this very topic only a week or so ago.

Thanks, No I don't have a blog, I'm not very good at writing

We all tend to think we're invincible and that the worst will never happen to us, but unfortunately we are all heading in the same direction, only some of us will get there quicker than others.

So True, domaining is pure speculation, popping off is a cert !


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[Spade]

I remember reading a story about this a couple years ago. I made a file for my Family about these things. Its the smart thing to do, even if it makes you uncomfortable to think about.

 

[Hurley4540]

Yes this is a very good idea and I should do this also...

 

[cogger]

I have thought of this recently, my advice here is be the master of your domain control. Keep important docs in a bank vault and let a family member know how to administer domain names even if you can't share the password, lock it up and teach them the biz. Always 2, a master and a apprentice. Like StarWars. lol

 

[npcomplete]

Sorry to hear about that gazzip, and good advice. I made sure that my wife and other family members know where and what to do. Another tip: I gave them the name(s) of a few close friends in various areas, including domaining, that can be trusted for sales advice.

 

[BigSotong.com]

good advise...But I have a problem...no one in my family known about domain names. What should I do then? So, even they have the password, do they know what to do? Maybe that rise the opportunity for domain trustee service...haha just like a will-writing....

 

[npcomplete]

Sorry to hear about that gazzip, and good advice. I made sure that my wife and other family members know where and what to do. Another tip: I gave them the name(s) of a few close friends in various areas, including domaining, that can be trusted for sales advice.

good advise...But I have a problem...no one in my family known about domain names. What should I do then? So, even they have the password, do they know what to do? Maybe that rise the opportunity for domain trustee service...haha just like a will-writing....

In the above post I mentioned that I have a few trusted friends in each investment category that would take care of the estate. Even if the relatives have the password, they don't have the knowledge to do anything other than sell cheap. That is where the friends come in.

 

[GF]

Put all of your passwords on a spreadsheet and keep a copy of your domain portfolio updated at all times.

If you're concerned about security, put the spreadsheet in a safety deposit box at your local bank, and make sure you give permission to your next of kin to have access to it.

 

[weblord]

i have it in my excel file, backedup on a memo stick, and printed as well and it's with my wife.