Light a virtual candle for someone you have lost
A virtual candle is a small light left online in memory of someone who has died. It does not replace visiting a grave — it lets you say "I remember you" from anywhere in the world, on any day, in a few seconds.
Creating a memorial page and lighting a candle are free.
What is a virtual candle?
A virtual candle (or online memorial candle) is a symbolic flame placed on a person's memorial page. It is a gesture of remembrance that other family members can see, count and answer with their own.
On In Memorio every candle is lit on the memorial page of one specific person, alongside flowers, photographs and written tributes.
How to light a virtual candle online
- Search for the person's name on the In Memorio home page.
- Open their memorial page.
- Click the candle button — that is all it takes.
- If there is no page yet, create one for free and light the first candle yourself.
When do people light virtual candles?
- On the anniversary of a death or a birthday.
- During remembrance days, when travelling to the grave is not possible.
- When the grave is in another country — common for families living abroad.
- On an ordinary day, simply to say: I am thinking of you.
Frequently asked questions
Is lighting a virtual candle free?
Yes. Lighting a virtual candle on In Memorio is completely free, and so is creating the memorial page itself.
What does a virtual candle mean?
It is a digital equivalent of a candle left at a grave — a visible sign that someone is being remembered.
Can I see who lit a candle?
The memorial page shows how many candles have been lit and the tributes left by family and friends.
Can I light a candle from another country?
Yes. That is the main reason families use virtual candles — distance stops mattering.
Create a free memorial page so family and friends anywhere can light a candle and add their own memories.