Electronic Wills UK 2025: Simplify Your Legacy Planning with Easy, Secure Digital Wills
May 12, 2025
Creating a will and planning your legacy used to be a complex, time consuming and, at times, bureaucratic process. Not any more.
At adeus, we make it easy and convenient to create an electronic will that you can update whenever you want.
Your words, your way, your will
You can keep track of all your assets and valued possessions, and leave memories, messages and instructions for your loved ones: all stored electronically and accessible at the click of a button.
Backed by experts, built for real life.
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What is an electronic will?
An electronic will (also known as an e-will or digital will) is a document that lays out what you want to do with your possessions or assets after you pass away.
It can also include specific instructions or requests, such as making sure any pets are taken care of.
Making a will isn’t about forms and jargon: it’s about your words, your way.
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Why choose an electronic will?
Some people avoid making wills for three reasons: they don’t own anything valuable enough to need a will, they don’t feel the time is right for will making, and it’s too long-winded a process to fit into their busy lives.
That’s why taking out an electronic will has so many benefits:
A simpler process
Creating an electronic will is simpler than the paper process. You can do it in less than 10 minutes and in the comfort of your own home.
Securely stored
Your electronic will is protected by compliant and robust digital security and cloud storage, 24/7.
Easy to update
Want to make any changes to your electronic document? No problem, simply log in and do what you need to do.
No jargon, no stress
Will making can involve lots of jargon but wherever possible, we avoid it and use plain English. We also understand people make wills for different reasons: we’re here to guide and advise you at every stage.
Built with care for real families
An electronic will protects your wishes, helps avoid family stress, and saves your loved ones time and money. It can prevent your estate from being divvied up by the courts, reduce any probate issues and ensure there’s someone to look after your children, should anything happen to you.
A small act of love: a lasting legacy.
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How it works
In a world where almost everything – from banking to healthcare – is now digital, making and updating a will up to now has remained firmly anchored in the past.
Will making is now stress-free and can be done at a time and location to suit you. It takes just four steps to create your will with adeus:
- Answer a few questions
- Choose your preferences
- Review and sign securely
- Store and update when you need
Is an electronic will legal in the UK?
In May 2025, the Law Commission will review current legislation and introduce a Bill enabling electronic wills in England and Wales.
If passed, this new Wills Act removes the need for physical signatures and in-person witnesses, meaning that you are able to create or update your will digitally from the comfort of your own home.
This legislation will enable people to create electronic wills, making legacy planning simpler, more convenient, and ultimately more secure. You can do it now, when the law changes or afterward – whenever you feel the time is right.
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Who needs an electronic Will?
Everyone! If you have a home, a car, any savings or life insurance; if you have children or pets: everything that is important in your life can be protected with an electronic will.
For families who want peace of mind
Modern technology has made it easier than ever to ensure your families get peace of mind at what can be a difficult and emotional time.
You can leave them clear, unambiguous instructions and a valid will that prevents any arguments or mistakes in the future. It’s a final act of love for the people you care about the most.
For your partner
The legal system has not kept up with our changing family structures and the complexity of modern life.
Fortunately, with prior planning you are in control and protecting your legacy — and the person you share your life with — doesn’t need to rely on outdated rules.
An electronic will allows you to decide exactly how your assets are divided, ensuring your loved ones are cared for according to your wishes.
For anyone who wants to simplify life admin
Many of us lead busy lives and even the thought of adding to the paperwork or admin burden can leave us wanting to run for the hills.
An electronic will is hassle-free, can be updated whenever you want and, like other legal documents, can be securely stored via cloud storage until it’s needed. Tick that off the to-do list.
For anyone who’s ever thought, “I really should write a will…”
Over fifty percent of the UK’s adult population doesn’t have a will, and this is one of the reasons adeus came to exist.
If you’ve ever thought: “I’m not that old!”, “I don’t have anything of value to pass on”, “I’m busy today, I’ll do it tomorrow…”, now’s the perfect time to create an electronic will.
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Real people, real lives
Hundreds of people have created an electronic will with adeus:
“The adeus digital vault is such a brilliant feature. It gives you peace of mind knowing that all your important information is securely stored in one place, ready to help loved ones when they need it most – Steve.”
“adeus has helped me to finally get a will and take away years of it being on my to do list. It was easy and quick to do and I am reassured I can go back and update it at any time – Caroline.”
“Creating a will with adeus was refreshingly simple, and the added feature to store my account details securely makes it feel like will-making has finally arrived in the 21st century – Simon.”
FAQs
Can I change my will later?
Yes. You can login and update your electronic will at any time via our secure site.
Is this legally valid in the UK?
Yes. An adeus will is legally valid according to current laws in England and Wales, and is future proofed should the law change for electronic wills.
What happens after I sign it?
Nothing, unless you choose to make any changes. Your electronic will stays secure and safe.
Adeus will store your will securely in your private digital vault, along with other important documents and information.
They’re private and secure, until they need to be shared with your loved ones, based on your preferences and guidance.
What if I need help?
We’re right here, and we’re actual humans, so there’s no chasing mindless chatbots.
Ready to take that first step?
If you’ve ever said to yourself: “I’ll sort it one day” – this is your sign that maybe one day is today.
Creating an electronic will is easier than you think – and will mean so much to those who matter to you.
