Facebook is testing a new feature called “Digital Legacy” for NFTs. This service lets users turn special posts into NFTs. These NFTs can be passed to loved ones after the user dies. The test is happening now. It is only available to some users in the U.S. These users can pick important posts like photos or videos. They turn them into unique digital tokens. Then they choose who inherits them. The chosen person gets access later.
(Facebook Tests “Digital Legacy” Nft Service)
NFTs are stored on a blockchain. This makes them permanent. They exist outside Facebook’s control. Users own them fully. They can move them to other platforms. Facebook says this helps preserve memories. Digital items become like physical ones. Things you can hand down to family.
This test is part of Facebook’s metaverse plans. The metaverse is a virtual world. NFTs show ownership there. Facebook believes they matter for the future. The company already lets users display NFTs on profiles. This feature is different. It deals with life events after death.
Some people worry about NFT energy use. Blockchains need lots of power. Facebook says it is working on solutions. It wants to reduce environmental impact. The test will run for several months. Facebook will gather feedback. Then it might expand the service. It might make changes based on user input.
(Facebook Tests “Digital Legacy” Nft Service)
The setup requires a digital legacy contact. This person manages your account after death. Now they can handle NFTs too. Facebook thinks this adds value. People create lots of digital content. This gives it lasting meaning.
