Digital Ghosts: What Really Happens to Your Data After You’re Gone

07/01/2025 13 min
Digital Ghosts: What Really Happens to Your Data After You’re Gone

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You may die—but your data won’t. In this thought-provoking episode of Need to Know, we explore what happens to your digital life after you’re gone. From locked accounts and legal gray zones to AI avatars and the rise of grief tech, we unpack the emotional, ethical, and legal questions surrounding your digital afterlife. Learn how to protect your online legacy before it’s too late.#DigitalAfterlife #TechAndDeath #OnlineLegacy #AIAvatars #DigitalGhosts #DataOwnership #DigitalWill #GriefTech #PrivacyRights #NeedToKnow #SocialMediaDeath #DigitalFootprint #LegacyPlanning #EndOfLifeTech #TechEthicshey guys, I need a quick favor that’ll really help keep this show going strong.I’ve partnered with my podcast host to collect some listener feedback, and it only takes about 15 minutes. Just click the survey link http://bit.ly/needtoknow-survey.Your answers will help me better understand who’s tuning in, what you love, and what you'd like more of — and it also helps me attract sponsors to keep bringing you great content.So if you’ve got a few minutes, I’d be super grateful. Again, here is the link http://bit.ly/needtoknow-survey. Thanks so much for being part of this journey!” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.