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What does software developer insurance cover?
Software developer insurance helps protect front-end software engineers, QA engineers, data engineers, and other software developers from the cost of everyday risks related to designing software and apps. Risks may include:
- Errors, mistakes, or omissions in your code
- Failure to deliver services or missed deadlines
- Third-party property damage
- Damage to your laptops, hard drives, and other computing equipment
- Workplace injuries or serious illnesses
Software developers can get instant coverage in minutes with BizInsure. We offer a range of insurance options to suit different sized businesses, from independent videogame designers to growing software development companies.

Why do software developers and programmers need insurance?
Software developers may need insurance to work with specific clients, as well as protect their finances, business assets, and staff.
The technology industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace. This makes the probability of mistakes, or perceived mistakes, regarding the work you do more possible than ever. Insurance helps software developers cover the cost of claims, lawsuits, and compensation related to their work and the services they provide.
What types of insurance do software developers need?
BizInsure delivers tailored insurance coverage for software developers and programmers, that can cover negligence and third-party claims arising from software failures, security vulnerabilities, or scope disputes.
Professional Liability insurance
Professional Liability insurance, also known as Errors & Omissions insurance protects you against claims of negligence, misrepresentation or mistake, resulting in financial loss to a third party. We offer coverage up to $1 million per occurrence and $3 million in the aggregate.

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How much does insurance for programmers and software developers cost?
General Liability insurance for software developers starts at $28.86 per month and Professional Liability coverage costs from $33.21 per month.

Factors influencing cost
- Risks of the industry
- Coverage level amount
- Annual turnover
- Number of employees
- Claims history
The pricing information on this page is general in nature and provided for illustrative purposes only. It does not take into account your specific circumstances, business operations, or risk profile. Actual premiums vary based on your profession, location, claims history, and other factors.
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Factors influencing cost
- Risks of the industry
- Coverage level amount
- Annual turnover
- Number of employees
- Claims history
The pricing information on this page is general in nature and provided for illustrative purposes only. It does not take into account your specific circumstances, business operations, or risk profile. Actual premiums vary based on your profession, location, claims history, and other factors.
Get flexible coverage to match your needs
Customizable coverage levels to suit your unique business risks.
Unsure how much to choose? Think about:
- Statutory professional requirements
- Coverage required by contracts
- Number of employees being covered
- Your contract value
- Worst case scenario claim size
Frequently asked questions
Per-occurrence and aggregate limits both refer to the maximum payout of an insurance policy, but in different settings.
Per-occurrence limits are the maximum amount a policy will pay for any one incident or claim. Aggregate limits are the maximum amount that will be paid over the duration of the policy.
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