Record your funeral wishes — before others have to decide for you
Most people have preferences. Few ever write them down. Meolea gives you a quick, guided way to record what matters to you. So your family can does not have to make decisions under pressure.
Made in Germany. Used throughout the world
- 100%
- private by default
- 5 min
- to record your first wishes
- Any time
- update or change
What you get
Clarity for those you love
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Guided, not overwhelming
Answer simple questions at your own pace — no legal language, no pressure to decide everything at once.
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Private and secure
Your wishes are stored on private servers and shared only with the people you choose. No one else can access them.
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Update anytime
Your preferences can change — and that's fine. Edit or revise your funeral wishes whenever you like, with no final deadline.
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Available when needed
Named trusted contacts can access your wishes when the time comes, so nothing gets lost in a difficult moment.
Step by step
Simple and guided
With Meolea, you don’t need to plan everything at once or know the “right” answers. You’re guided through understandable questions that help you express what feels right to you. You can be as detailed or as brief as you like.
- No legal jargon
- Start with just one preference, like burial or cremation, ceremony preferences, music, atmosphere, religious or non-religious.
- Return and add more whenever you're ready
Access & sharing
The right people find it at the right time
Your wishes stay private until you're ready to share them. You decide who gets access — a partner, a child, a trusted friend — and they'll know exactly where to look when it matters.
- Share with specific people only
- Free to view for trusted contacts
- Revoke or update access anytime
100% secure and private
Your data is stored with maximum security in mind on private servers. No one else but you and those you share it with can access your funeral wishes!
Who it helps
Real situations where it matters
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For families
Elderly parent has never talked about what they want
When the conversation has never happened, loved ones are left to guess — and often disagree. A written record removes the ambiguity without requiring a difficult conversation.
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Emergency scenario
Sudden death with no plans in place
Unexpected loss forces family members to make major decisions within days — while grieving. Funeral wishes give them a clear answer, instantly.
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Personal planning
You want to be prepared — not just for others, but for yourself
Writing down your wishes is a quiet act of care. Many people find the process itself brings peace of mind — knowing it's done and it's clear.
These decisions are hard — especially for others
Funeral arrangements are rarely discussed openly. Most people have preferences, but few ever write them down. When the time comes, loved ones are often left guessing — while grieving — about what you would have wanted.
Meolea’s Funeral Wishes helps you record those decisions in advance, calmly and clearly, so others don’t have to make them under pressure.
Your wishes, written down — in your own words
What funeral wishes can include
Funeral wishes focus on how you want to be remembered and what matters to you after death.
With Meolea, you can record preferences such as:
- burial or cremation
- type of ceremony (or no ceremony at all)
- music, readings, or atmosphere
- religious, spiritual, or non-religious wishes
- how formal or simple things should be
You can be as detailed or as minimal as you like. Some people write a lot. Others just note a few essentials.
Start small. Keep it simple.
You don’t need to plan an entire ceremony today.
Many people start by answering just a few questions:
- burial or cremation
- religious or non-religious
- something they definitely want — or don’t want
That alone can make a meaningful difference later.
❤️ If you want a calm, thoughtful way to record your funeral wishes, you can start with Meolea today.
Start small. Take your time.
You don't need to plan an entire ceremony today. Even recording burial vs. cremation and one personal wish is enough to spare your family the hardest guesswork.
How it works
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Create your free account
Sign up in under a minute — no credit card required. Your data is private from the start.
approx. 1 min -
Answer guided questions
Work through simple prompts about your preferences — ceremony, burial, music, atmosphere, and more. Do as little or as much as you like.
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Share with trusted people
Choose who can access your wishes and when. They'll always know where to find them.
approx. 2 min
What users are saying
Meolea vs. the alternatives
| Criterion | Meolea | Paper document | Lawyer | Nothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Always findable by trusted people | Yes | No | No | No |
| Update anytime without cost | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Guided questions - no blank page | Yes | No | No | No |
| Private and secure by default | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Available instantly in an emergency | Yes | No | No | No |
| Free to get started | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
Frequently asked questions about funeral wishes
Everything you need to know before you start.
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That depends on the country and situation. In most cases, they serve as guidance rather than a legal obligation — but they are still extremely helpful.
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No. You can start with one or two basic preferences — like burial vs. cremation — and add more over time. There is no pressure to complete everything in one session.
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Yes. You can update or revise your wishes at any time through your Meolea account. Nothing is final.
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Yes. Your wishes are private by default. They are only visible to people you have explicitly chosen to share them with.
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No. Unexpected loss can happen at any age, and the burden on families is the same regardless. Many Meolea users are in their 40s and 50s — and some are much younger.
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Your wishes remain safely stored but inaccessible to others unless you grant access. We recommend sharing with at least one trusted person so your wishes can actually be found when needed.
Still have questions?
Can't find the answer you're looking for? Our team is happy to help.
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