There are not fees associated with registering a will. The U.S. Will Registry provides free will registration for the public and attorneys. Our goal is to ensure that every will can be located when needed, reducing legal costs and preventing family conflict caused by unclear final wishes.
Registration, will creation, and document storage are all offered at no cost, so everyone has access—regardless of financial circumstances. This eliminates barriers and excuses, making it easy to protect your legacy.
Registering your will with The U.S. Will Registry ensures easy access for loved ones, prevents loss, and validates its legal status. It simplifies the process, offers peace of mind, protects your legacy, and supports your family during a challenging time.
Yes. The U.S. Will Registry uses robust security measures to protect your information. We employ encryption, firewalls, and multi-factor authentication to ensure that all will registrations remain secure and confidential within our database.
The process of registering a will with The U.S. Will Registry typically involves filling out an online form, documenting the location of your will and estate documents, and providing a list of those you give permission to access after your passing.
Yes, it's still wise to register your will—even if your children know where it is. A recent survey found that 67% of people couldn’t remember where to find their parents’ will when the time came. Over the years, wills can be forgotten, moved, or misplaced.
By registering your will, you document the location of the original and any duplicates, as well as the name of the attorney who prepared it. Since registration is free, it’s a simple and secure way to make sure your loved ones can find your will when it truly matters.
Yes, it's still wise to register your will—even if your children know where it is. A recent survey found that 67% of people couldn’t remember where to find their parents’ will when the time came. Over the years, wills can be forgotten, moved, or misplaced.
By registering your will, you document the location of the original and any duplicates, as well as the name of the attorney who prepared it. Since registration is free, it’s a simple and secure way to make sure your loved ones can find your will when it truly matters.
Then you will have died "intestate".
Your beneficiaries may not receive inheritance in accordance with your intended instructions.
Your Will may be found long after your estate has already been distributed.
The Courts distribute your assets under the rules of Intestacy, and not to your preferences.
An old Will may be discovered and deemed to be your final wishes.
Family disputes can occur.
Your children and dependents may not be looked after in the way you have stated in your Will.
It may be assumed that you never wrote a Will.
When a will is registered, the will holder is required to list anyone authorized to access the registration. This could include the executor, the person holding a copy, the attorney, or a beneficiary.
After the will holder’s passing, a loved one or designated individual may perform a search through our database. If a match is found, the searcher must provide a death certificate and valid photo ID. Once verified, The U.S. Will Registry will release the documented information to the searcher’s family attorney for proper handling.
Yes, you can update your will registration at any time. It’s important to keep your registration current—especially if you move your will to a new location or change attorneys. Keeping your information up to date ensures your loved ones can find your will when they need it most.