Practical and immediate
How do I close their email account?
Short answer
Gmail: Google has an inactive account policy but family members can request content through the Inactive Account Manager process or a legal request. Apple: requires a court order. Most email providers require legal documentation for family access.
What this usually means
Gmail: Google has an inactive account policy but family members can request content through the Inactive Account Manager process or a legal request. Apple: requires a court order. Most email providers require legal documentation for family access.
What to do next
- Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
- Find California county help for coroner contacts, vital records, cost tools, and paperwork.
- Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
- Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.