What happens to my will after I download it?

After you download your will from WillsConnect, you need to complete a few important steps to make it legally valid.

Step 1: Print your will

• Print on good quality paper
• Print all pages
• Don't bind or staple pages together (can look suspicious)

Step 2: Sign with witnesses

This is crucial for validity:

1. Gather two witnesses (both 18+, not beneficiaries, present together)
2. You sign the will while both witnesses watch
3. Both witnesses then sign while you and each other are present
4. Everyone must be in the same room at the same time

Step 3: Store safely

• Keep original in safe place (fireproof safe, with solicitor, etc.)
• Tell your executors where it's stored
• Consider registering with National Will Register

Step 4: Copies

• You can download and print multiple copies
• Give copies to executors if you want (mark them clearly as copies)
• Original is what matters legally

We also provide:

• Secure digital storage of your will in your WillsConnect account
• Ability to download again anytime
• Access if you need to update later

Your WillsConnect account remains active, so you always have access to your will documents.