Insurance for software and IT services
Software and app development insurance from specialists in digital businesses.
Fast, effective and commitment free
Software and app development are among the most innovative and fast-growing industries out there. Combining creativity and technical skills, your services are highly valued, and clients put their trust in you to deliver high quality work, on time.
But running a software development business also comes with risks. What if a project doesn't go as planned, you suffer a data breach, or your equipment gets stolen? Without insurance, you're likely to face some hefty bills, not to mention damage to your reputation.
From £5.13 per month
Pay by the month
Change your cover anytime
Make changes without fees
Instant documents
Award-winning insurance
We're the British Insurance Awards 2018 Insurance Start-up Winner - recognised for our innovative range of covers, online customer experience and flexible subscription model, which make buying and managing insurance easy and accessible for businesses in the digital industries.
Why do I need insurance?
Cyber and data threats
Protecting customer and user data is non-negotiable, with cyber-attacks on the rise and the GDPR now in force. Even with the latest security solutions in place, sometimes a breach is unavoidable, which is why cyber liability cover is so important. Covering any legal fees, fines and financial losses, our cover also includes a first response package, minimising reputational damage and business downtime.
Contract disputes
Software development can be an unpredictable business. Mistakes can happen, projects can go awry and you can face client and contract disagreements, often through no fault of your own. Professional indemnity insurance is designed for just those eventualities, covering any legal costs, fines and compensation payments.
IP infringement
A great idea is worth protecting, whether it's your own copyright and trademarks, or somebody else's. Our professional indemnity cover will protect you if you accidentally infringe on the IP of another business, covering legal and compensation costs. Plus, we'll pay up to £25,000 to defend your own IP from infringement by others.
Tools of the trade
A theft, fire or flood, could mean losing some or all of your valuable equipment and belongings, with disastrous repercussions for your business. With our contents and equipment cover, we'll make sure your gear is replaced and you're back up and running in no time. And unlike with many providers, being based in a co-working space is no problem.
Read the 5 biggest risks facing app and software developers.
Software developers insurance FAQs
- How much cover do I need?
- Can I change my cover or add policies?
- What to do if I have multiple business activities?
- How do I know what my policy covers?
- How do I cancel my policy?
- How long is a quote valid for?
- Is business insurance tax deductible?
- What do I do if my business type isn't on the list?
- Will I be covered straight away?
Further reading
Top 5 benefits of data privacy for startups
Startups are not immune to the threat of data breaches and have a responsibility to protect their customers’ data. That’s why startups need to intensify their efforts to gain their trust.
The biggest cybersecurity threats of 2019
As cyber-crime becomes more common-place, all businesses – even small ones – need to be prepared.
Pros and cons of the agile approach
Agile tends to suit smaller, more adaptive businesses with strong core teams and a fluid communication style.
We insure thousands of innovative businesses
We're rated excellent by our customers
You're in safe hands
Authorised by the FCA
The FCA supervises UK financial services firms to protect consumers. We are directly authorised and regulated by the FCA and our Firm Reference Number is 656459. These details can be confirmed on the Financial Services Register at www.fca.org.uk or by calling the FCA on 0845 606 1234.
A-rated financial strength
Our insurance products are underwritten by Standard & Poor’s A-rated financial strength or higher. This means the underwriter has been independently assessed by the world’s leading credit rating provider and found to have a strong capacity to meet financial commitments (pay claims).
Protected by the FSCS
If you are a business with an annual turnover under £1m, charity with an annual income under £1m, or trust with net assets under £1m, then you will be entitled to compensation from the FSCS in the unlikely event we cannot meet our obligations. Full details and further information on the scheme are available at www.fscs.org.uk