Google account Q's

[Figaro]

I'd been giving some thought to how my daughter would sort things out in the event of the worst happening (hopefully not for a long time)
With multiple accounts, login, password, verification etc for just about everything these days and very little actual paperwork to look at.
I thought of giving her my Google account login credentials to access everything.
But having thought about it overnight, I believe if an unrecognized device tries to access my Google account, it will send a message to my phone for verification ?
This may make this idea a non starter ?

Does anyone have any useful advice on how they've arranged things as I'd rather everything was clear for her and not a complete nightmare not knowing what was where.

 

[Gromett]

Submit a request regarding a deceased user's account - Google Account Help

 

[Gromett]

But you may want to look at this?

Sign in - Google Accounts

 

[Gromett]

And a quick google found this article which seems to cover most of what you need to know I think?

How to prepare your Google account for when you pass away

You have precious memories that need to be protected.

www.androidcentral.com

 

[DBK]

Forgetting the Google aspect for the moment this would happen with other types of account especially now two step verification is becoming quite widespread, for example banks etc.

If this is a concern and your phone uses fingerprint ID then just teach it to recognise your daughter - assuming your phone survives you.

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[Figaro]

Thanks, that's given me something to think about

 

[Langtoftlad]

Create a "Death Box" ... with all the relevant accounts, numbers, addresses and if online, passwords.
It can also contain a copy of your latest will, your funeral wishes, and/or sentimental items.

It's your choice as to where to store this, and importantly kept updated .
Simply, a secure location, and an "in event of my death" letter, either with relative, solicitor or trusted friend

 

[Dave Scadding]

I have a ”in case of death “ folder which contains passwords, pension details etc. my wife knows where it is and what it contains. She also has a finger print on my iPhone to access it all anyway inc gmail, Google drive and photos.