Social Media and Email
What happens to a Twitter/X account when someone dies?
Short answer
Twitter/X allows deactivation of an account belonging to a deceased person at the request of an immediate family member or authorized representative. They require proof of death and your identity. They do not currently offer memorialization. Submit a request through Twitter's help…
What this usually means
Twitter/X allows deactivation of an account belonging to a deceased person at the request of an immediate family member or authorized representative. They require proof of death and your identity. They do not currently offer memorialization. Submit a request through Twitter's help center.
What to do next
- Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
- Find California county phone numbers for coroner, vital records, and local offices.
- Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
- Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.