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Can You Create a Will Online Free?

Date Updated: July 28, 2025

Written by:

Rachel Lustbader

Rachel Lustbader is a writer and editor with a background in healthcare and technology. Her work has been published on websites including HealthCare.com, BiteSizeBio.com, BetterHelp.com, Caring.com, and PayingforSeniorCare.com. She studied health science and public health at Boston University.

Both of Rachel’s grandmothers had very positive experiences in senior living communities, and Rachel saw firsthand the impact that kind, committed caregivers and community managers can have on seniors’ and their family members’ lives. With her work at Caring, Rachel hopes to help other families find communities, caregivers, and at-home products that benefit elderly loved ones and make life less stressful for family caregivers

Creating a will to protect the future of an estate doesn’t have to be stressful or expensive. In fact, it’s possible to complete a legal will online for free.

What to Consider Before Creating a Will Online

Outlining final wishes on paper can be difficult. Creating a will online simplifies the process by providing required form fields and questions to consider so the person making the will, or testator, doesn’t leave anything out. The minimum requirements for a legal will vary by state but typically include:

  • Minimum age requirement to sign (usually 18 years old)
  • Completion by a competent individual
  • Written and signed by the testator
  • Witnessed by at least two adults and/or notarized

It’s important for seniors to know that wills can also be contested or amended. Furthermore, a judge may not be able to enforce certain portions of a will.

The Benefits of Creating a Will Online

Creating a will online yields a few important benefits for seniors:

  • Save time by creating a basic will ready for witnessing or a notary in minutes
  • Stay home and create your will in a familiar and comfortable environment
  • Save money on initial legal fees for last will and testament documents
  • Follow pre-made, easy to understand forms designed to guide you through the process

How to Create a Will Online for Free

Everyone thinks they have more time to begin estate planning. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. Creating a will online is free, easy and quick. Below are some popular websites seniors can use to create a last will and testament for free:

  • FreeWill.com: Seniors can create a will online for free in 20 minutes or less. They can simply enter basic information and follow the prompts to make a will that is simple and ready for print or email.
  • DoYourOwnWillOnline.com: Another straightforward source for free wills online, Do Your Own Will Online, makes it easy to establish a will.
  • eForms.com: A virtual clearinghouse for forms of all types, eForms.com offers last will and testament documents online.

Creating an online will for free is a no-fuss way to protect an estate without spending too much time or (any) money and will give seniors peace of mind knowing this important first step of estate planning is complete.

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