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A free tool that helps you draft a simple will in about ten minutes. No account. Your answers never leave the browser.

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Drafts prepared for all fifty states & the District of Columbia.

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This tool is not legal advice. idonthaveawill.com helps you prepare a draft will — it is not a law firm and is not a substitute for an attorney. We strongly recommend that everyone have their will reviewed by their own legal counsel before signing.

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Chapter One

Why you need one.

It's not about dying. It's about making sure the people you love are taken care of.

  1. Without a will, the state decides everything.

    If you die without a will, a judge you've never met decides who gets your house, your savings, and who raises your kids. Every state has a default formula — and it probably doesn't match what you'd want.

  2. Sixty-seven percent of Americans don't have a will.

    Most people put it off because they think it's complicated or expensive. It doesn't have to be.

  3. Your family deserves clarity, not a courtroom.

    Dying without a will can mean months of probate court, legal fees, and family arguments. A simple will prevents all of that.

  4. It's not just for rich people.

    You don't need a mansion or a stock portfolio. If you have a bank account, a car, a phone, or a child — you need a will.

A brief test

You probably need one more than you think.

Chapter Two

It's easier than you think.

Three steps to get your draft started.

  1. I

    Answer a few simple questions

    We ask plain-English questions about your family, your stuff, and your wishes. No legal jargon. Takes about ten minutes.

  2. II

    We draft a will for you to review

    Based on your answers, we generate a draft will formatted for your state. You review every word before anything is finalized.

  3. III

    Print, sign, and follow your state's steps

    We provide a checklist of what your state requires — witnesses, notarization, and more. Have an attorney review your draft, then complete the steps to make it official.

Ready? It takes ten minutes.

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A sample page

What you'll
actually receive.

A plainly formatted draft, prepared for your state, printed on letter-sized paper. No watermarks. No branding. Just a document you can take to an attorney, a notary, or a pair of witnesses.

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LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT

of [Your Full Legal Name]

I, [Your Full Legal Name], a resident of [City], in the State of [Your State], being of sound mind and memory, do hereby make, publish, and declare this to be my Last Will and Testament, revoking all prior wills and codicils previously made by me.

ARTICLE I — APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR

I hereby nominate and appoint [Executor's Name] to serve as the Executor of this, my Last Will and Testament. Should they be unable or unwilling to serve, I appoint [Alternate Executor] as successor Executor. I direct that no bond shall be required of either appointee.

ARTICLE II — PAYMENT OF DEBTS

I direct my Executor to pay from my estate all of my legally enforceable debts, funeral expenses, and the costs of administration of my estate, as soon after my death as is practicable.

ARTICLE III — SPECIFIC BEQUESTS

I give and bequeath the following items of personal property:

  • To [Beneficiary Name], my [Item Description], if they survive me.
  • …

— continues through Article VII —

On the imprint

How this tool helps.

i.

All 50 states + DC

Formatted based on each state's requirements.

ii.

Your will is always free

No hidden fees. Optional add-ons for related documents.

iii.

No account needed

We don't store your data. Period.

iv.

Your data stays on your device

Nothing is sent to a server.

v.

Plain English

Every question is written so anyone can understand it.

vi.

State-specific guidance

Shows your state's witness, notarization, and signing requirements.

Annual correspondence

A yearly reminder to review your will.

Life changes. We'll email you once a year to check if your will needs updating. That's it.

No spam, ever. Unsubscribe anytime.

A note on the document

Important — please read.

This is not legal advice. idonthaveawill.com is a self-help document preparation tool, not a law firm and not a substitute for an attorney. We do not provide legal advice, legal opinions, or legal representation of any kind.

This tool generates a draft will based on information you provide. It is your starting point, not your finish line. We strongly recommend that you have your draft reviewed by a licensed attorney in your state before signing it. An attorney can ensure the document meets your specific needs, accounts for your full financial picture, and complies with your state's current laws.

Every state has its own requirements for making a will legally valid — including specific rules about witnesses, notarization, and execution. Some states require notarization. Some require witnesses to be present at the same time. These steps vary and matter. A will that is not properly executed under your state's law may be invalid.

This tool is not appropriate for complex situations including estates with business interests, significant assets, tax planning needs, special needs beneficiaries, assets in multiple states or countries, or ongoing litigation. If any of these apply to you, please consult an estate planning attorney directly.

By using this tool, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this disclaimer. See our full Terms of Service for more information.