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Platform Overview
Primary Use
Application hosting, database management, continuous deployment, add-on marketplace
Account Types
Free, Hobby, Professional, Performance, Enterprise (Teams)
Data Types
Deployed applications, Heroku Postgres databases, Redis instances, config vars, build history
Access Challenges
- App ownership transfer requires active account access and team membership
- Config vars and environment secrets cannot be exported or viewed by collaborators
- Heroku API tokens cannot be recovered after creation
- Add-on billing and management requires account owner privileges
- Team and Enterprise accounts require admin role for succession
- Database credentials reset when ownership changes
- Private Spaces require Enterprise team admin access
- OAuth authorizations break without credential renewal
- Running dynos continue incurring costs without management
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can someone transfer my Heroku apps after I die?
App transfer requires active account access. Without credentials, apps cannot be transferred or managed. Add collaborators with appropriate permissions to critical apps. For business applications, upgrade to Team or Enterprise plans with multiple owners. Document all apps, add-ons, and transfer procedures.
What happens to Heroku databases and config vars?
Heroku Postgres and Redis databases remain running and accessible to the app but cannot be managed without account access. Config vars cannot be viewed or exported by collaborators. Document database credentials, backup procedures, and config var values separately. Consider migrating critical data to organization-controlled infrastructure.
How do I transfer Heroku team or enterprise account ownership?
Team and Enterprise accounts require admin role for management. Add multiple admins to prevent single points of failure. Document organization structure, billing details, Private Spaces configurations, and compliance requirements (Shield). Prepare team member lists and access procedures for continuity.
What happens to running Heroku apps and billing?
Running apps continue operating and incurring charges until payment fails. Bills accumulate, then Heroku suspends apps and may delete data. Document monthly costs, dyno usage, and add-on subscriptions. Provide billing access or configure organizational payment methods to prevent service disruption.