MyLifeLedger vs "I'm Dead, Now What?"
The "I'm Dead, Now What?" book by Peter Pauper Press has helped millions of families start thinking about end-of-life organization. MyLifeLedger takes that same concept and makes it digital, secure, and always up to date.
The Bottom Line
If you've already filled out "I'm Dead, Now What?" — great. You understand why this matters. MyLifeLedger is the digital upgrade that keeps your information current, lets you share it securely with family anywhere in the world, and can't be destroyed in a fire or flood. Upgrading takes about 30 minutes.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | MyLifeLedger | I'm Dead Now What? |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Digital web app | Physical workbook |
| Price | $49/year | $17.99 one-time |
| Update your info | ✓ Instant — edit anytime | ✕ Cross out & rewrite |
| Share with family remotely | ✓ Secure digital sharing | ✕ Must be physically present |
| Fire/flood protection | ✓ Cloud-encrypted backup | ✕ Paper = vulnerable |
| Annual review reminders | ✓ Built-in | ✕ None |
| Guided prompts | ✓ 20+ categories | ✓ Fill-in sections |
| Categories covered | 20+ categories | 15+ sections |
| Stores passwords | ✕ By design (map, not key) | ⚠️ Has sections for this |
| Anyone with physical access can read it | ✕ Password-protected | ✓ No protection |
| Setup time | 60-90 minutes | 2-4 hours |
Why Families Are Upgrading from the Book
🔄 Life changes faster than ink
Changed banks? Got new insurance? Moved? With a physical book, you're crossing things out and squeezing in notes. With MyLifeLedger, updates take seconds and your family always sees the latest version.
🌎 Your family doesn't live in your file cabinet
If your daughter lives in another state, she can't read the physical book in your closet when she needs it most. MyLifeLedger lets you share securely — she always has access.
🔥 Paper can't survive a disaster
House fire? Flood? The physical book is gone. MyLifeLedger is cloud-encrypted with AES-256 security — it's always there when your family needs it.
🔐 Anyone who finds the book can read it
A physical book has zero access protection. A burglar, a nosy guest, or anyone in your home can flip through every page. MyLifeLedger requires password-protected login.
Already filled out the book? Great.
You've already done the hardest part: thinking through what matters. Transferring your information from "I'm Dead, Now What?" to MyLifeLedger takes about 30 minutes. Once it's digital, it's always current, always shareable, and always protected.
Start Your Digital Upgrade →$49/year • 30-day money-back guarantee