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Software Developer and Programmer Insurance

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Why do software developers and programmers need insurance?

Even the most skilled software developers aren't immune to risk. Insurance can help pay for client lawsuits, cyberattacks and data breaches, medical expenses from accidents, and other bills that could sink your business.
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6 policies every software developer should consider

Clients, landlords, or state laws may require software developers to get insured. Business insurance could prevent financial losses in the event of an injury, property damage, lawsuit, or data breach.

General liability insurance

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This policy protects your business from the most common liabilities faced by software development firms. It's often required in client contracts and commercial leases.

BEST FOR
  • Client injuries at your office
  • Accidental damage to client property
  • Libel, defamation, and copyright lawsuits

Technology errors and omissions insurance

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Technology E&O insurance can help pay legal bills if a software developer is sued for a mistake. You can often add coverage for intellectual property and media liability.

BEST FOR
  • Software bugs
  • Missed deadlines
  • Programs that don't meet client requirements

Cyber liability insurance

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This policy helps your software development firm recover after a data breach or cyberattack. It can also help pay for lawsuits from affected clients.

BEST FOR
  • Fraud detection and monitoring services
  • Client notification after a breach
  • Lawsuits from clients affected by a breach

Business owner's policy

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A BOP bundles general liability and commercial property insurance. Software developers can usually get insurance coverage at a discount with this policy.

BEST FOR
  • Client injuries at your office
  • Accidental damage to client property
  • Lost or damaged business property

Workers' comp insurance

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If your business has employees, you'll probably need to purchase this policy to comply with state law. It covers medical costs from work injuries and illnesses.

BEST FOR
  • Medical bills from work injuries and illnesses
  • Partial wages while employees recover
  • Lawsuits over work injuries

Fidelity bonds

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If one of your developers steals from a client, this policy reimburses the client for the amount stolen. It's also called an employee dishonesty bond.

BEST FOR
  • Unlawful data access by your employee
  • Illegal money transfer by your employee
  • Other employee theft or fraud

Software developer insurance costs

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Average costs come directly from policies purchased by TechInsurance customers.

General liability: $30 per month
Errors and omissions: $83 per month
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Protect against common risks

A lawsuit or data breach can devastate a small software development company. Prevent financial losses with policies tailored for your needs.

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Protect against common risks
A lawsuit or data breach can devastate a small software development company. Prevent financial losses with policies tailored for your needs.
Gain client confidence
Insurance shows clients your business is reliable, and some contracts even require it. View and print your certificate of insurance anytime with TechInsurance.
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