Explained: What is a Legacy Contact for iPhone users, how they can access data after a person has passed away

What happens to a user’s photos, contacts, everything that is connected to his/her Apple ID after they pass away? There’s a feature called Legacy Contact, which ensures that a lot of the data goes to a trusted family member or friend.

What is Legacy Contact?

Apple’s Legacy Contact feature is an offering designed to address the management of digital assets and accounts after an individual’s passing. In an increasingly digital world, this feature acknowledges the need to handle one’s digital presence in a thoughtful and secure manner even after they are no longer around. This service is particularly relevant as it helps users manage their online accounts, subscriptions, and personal data, thereby simplifying the often complex process of dealing with digital assets posthumously.