Originally published: 15 April 2019 | Last updated: 18 December 2025
TL;DR: You can make a legally valid Will online in four simple steps: (1) choose a reputable online service, (2) work through the guided questions, (3) print your completed Will, and (4) sign it in front of two witnesses. At LegalWills.co.uk, the entire process takes about 20 minutes and costs £49.95, with unlimited updates included. There are no solicitor appointments, no home visits, and no hidden fees.
Can You Make a Will Online?
Yes. People can now create valid Wills through online platforms which have become more common than traditional solicitor services. Most UK adults do not have a Will, largely because the traditional process was expensive and inconvenient. The process requires me to schedule appointments with solicitors while I match their availability with my partner's schedule and I must pay hundreds of pounds for each change.
The online Will service providers have removed all obstacles which used to block people from accessing their services. People now have the ability to create a complete Will which matches solicitor standards through an online service that operates 24/7 at a lower price. Here are the four steps to making your Will online.
Step 1: How Do You Choose the Right Online Will Service?
The quality of online Will services varies between different providers. When selecting a service, look for:
What to Look For
Why It Matters
Transparent, one-time pricing
No hidden subscriptions or surprise fees
Legal professional involvement
Templates reviewed by solicitors ensure legal validity
Unlimited updates
Life changes. Your Will should change with it at no extra cost
No self-appointment as Executor
Services that appoint themselves charge 2: 5% of your estate
The system contains full trust management capabilities which include pet care provisions and charitable giving options and Mirror Will creation.
Avoid “free” Will services. The definition of a truly free service exists in three ways: legal professionals did not create these documents which might fail to work properly or the service forces you into a secret paid plan or third-party funeral homes and insurance agents receive your personal data. Read our detailed guide to choosing a Will writing service and our review of UK online Will services.
Step 2: How Do You Work Through the Online Will Service?
LegalWills.co.uk directs users through ten different sections which address every part of Will creation:
Personal details: name, address, date of birth
Family status: marital situation that determines your distribution options
Children: identifying dependants and potential beneficiaries
Guardianship: naming a guardian for minor children
Executor: appointing your personal representative
Pet care: provisions for your animals
Estate distribution: who gets what, including trusts for blended families
Specific bequests: particular items or amounts to named individuals
Additional instructions: funeral wishes, digital assets, special conditions
Review and print: your completed Will ready for signing
Do not rush this step. A full Will requires proper attention even though some services state they can finish the process in 8 to 10 minutes. The work requires about 20 minutes of complete attention. You can save your progress and return at any time.
Step 3: How Do You Print Your Will?
The service creates a printable Will document after you finish all required sections. Print all pages of the document because every page contains essential information. Do not handwrite any additions or modifications to the printed Will, as this can create legal complications. If you need to change anything, go back to the online service, make the change, and print a fresh copy.
If you and your partner are creating Mirror Wills, each Will is a separate document that must be printed individually.
Step 4: How Do You Sign Your Will to Make It Legal?
The Wills Act 1837 requires English and Welsh residents to follow its execution rules for their Wills to become legally binding documents. The requirements are:
You must sign the Will (or direct someone to sign on your behalf) in the presence of two witnesses
Both witnesses must be present at the same time
Both witnesses must sign the Will in your presence
Witnesses must be over 18 and of sound mind
Witnesses (and their spouses/civil partners) must not be beneficiaries of the Will
After signing, store the original Will in a safe, accessible location. Tell your Executor where it is kept.
What Happens After You Make Your Will?
Your Will is not a one-time document. You should update your Will whenever your circumstances change:
Marriage or divorce (marriage automatically revokes an existing Will in England and Wales)
Birth or adoption of a child
Death of a beneficiary or Executor
Significant change in assets (property purchase, inheritance, business)
Change in relationship with a beneficiary
LegalWills.co.uk users receive free updates through their current account period. You can make changes to your Will through the online platform which produces a new document for you to print.
How Much Does It Cost to Make a Will Online?
Service
Price
Single Will
£49.95
Mirror Wills (couple)
£79.95
Lasting Power of Attorney
£29.95
The solicitor fees range from £150 to £1,000+ for their services while they charge extra fees for each modification you request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an online Will legally valid in England and Wales?
Yes. A Will created online becomes legally binding when you follow the proper signing and witnessing procedures established by the Wills Act 1837. There is no legal requirement to use a solicitor.
Can I make a Will online if I have a complex estate?
Yes. LegalWills.co.uk offers services which include trust management and blended family support and expat assistance and pet care instructions and charitable donation handling and complex backup scheduling. For exceptionally complex legal questions, consult a solicitor for advice, then use the online service to create the document.
How secure is my information?
LegalWills.co.uk protects user data through encryption while following all GDPR rules and it does not distribute personal information to any outside organizations. Your Will content is private and confidential.
Can my partner and I make Wills at the same time?
Yes. The Mirror Will feature allows one partner to complete their Will first, then mirror it for the second partner with a single click. Each partner can then personalise their individual Will.
He has over 20 years of experience helping people to write their Will and other estate planning documents. He has been interviewed by many of the major news media outlets and has contributed to articles in most leading publications. He has also contributed to a number of financial planning books.
Throughout his career, Tim has written extensively on the subject of Will writing and estate planning.
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