Uncle Harold passes away and among his belongings are many of his old records, cassettes, 8-track tapes and even some CDs and an iPod. All of these he has bequeathed to his favorite nephew who truly appreciated music as he did. There is no question that all of the physical property has changed owners.

However, what happens to the digital music on that iPod? In theory, it is purchased property that is merely passing hands. Does iTunes feel the same way? What if there is no way of finding out his account information since he never kept a record of it? You suddenly are owner of an iPod without the ability to transfer the legal license to that digital property.

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The phrase “Tickler List” is something I picked up from the Getting Things Done book. In this case, the list will consist of many types of online activities that you may be required to login under an account. Each of these need to be recorded in some fashion in order to assist others in recovering your information. Thus, the list is supposed to “tickle” that gray matter and help you remember online/offline accounts you may not recall using any time recently. So here is the tickler list for BeforeYouAreGone (broken down into a few categories):

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First of all, we’ll cover, through a series of postings/articles, all that must be considered when setting out to make the plans necessary for your loved ones to handle your entire online life after your real life has ended. We must consider what information will be gathered, in what form it will be recorded and how the documentation will be stored for future use.

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So you have made all the proper plans in preparation for your departure from this life in the flesh. You made out your will, set aside all the proper funds, maintained life insurance policies and even decided where you will be buried.

However… what happens to the online accounts, personas, activities and assets after you are gone?

This is why you are here and why we are here to help you. This site will become your resource in getting EVERYTHING in order so that there are no surprises to your family and loved ones. We hope you find your stay here enjoyable and profitable for you.