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If you want to cancel your Allstate car insurance policy, you can do so at any time — no matter your reason. Perhaps you’re unhappy with Allstate’s service, or maybe you find that a policy from a different insurer better fits your budget or offers discounts that Allstate doesn’t.
But you can’t cancel your Allstate auto policy online — you’ll have to contact customer service or an agent directly to cancel your coverage.
Before canceling your Allstate car insurance, it’s important to compare quotes and find a new policy so that you don’t have a coverage lapse. [1]
Allstate doesn’t give customers the option to cancel their policies online. If you want to cancel your coverage, you’ll need to contact the company directly. On its FAQ page (under “How can I cancel my policy?”), Allstate directs you to a support/contact web page with the various ways you can contact the company for assistance, including by phone, email, or chat.
Allstate doesn’t specify on its website whether it charges a fee for canceling before your policy renewal date. For more detailed information about canceling your policy, you can call your Allstate insurance agent.
If you’ve decided to move forward with canceling your Allstate coverage, follow the five steps below.
Before you cancel your Allstate car insurance, check your policy renewal date. While you can cancel your Allstate car insurance anytime, the best time to cancel and switch is typically when it’s time to renew. Switching insurers just before your current policy ends is a good way to avoid any potential cancellation fees.
You can view your Allstate account information, including your policy renewal date, by logging into your account online, contacting customer service, or asking your agent. [2] You can also find your policy details by accessing your account through the Allstate mobile app.
Once you know your Allstate renewal date, you can avoid a lapse in coverage, which can cause issues if you get pulled over or get into an accident. It’s illegal to drive while uninsured in every state except New Hampshire. If you’re caught driving with expired insurance, or no insurance coverage, you can face penalties such as fines and license suspension.
If you plan to cancel your Allstate insurance, you should compare quotes from other insurers first. Many different factors affect the car insurance rates you receive, including your age, your ZIP code, the type of car you drive, and the coverage levels you choose.
When shopping around for new coverage, remember that the more companies you compare quotes from, the better chance you’ll have to find the best plan that fits both your budget and coverage needs.
Using an online quote-comparison tool is the best way to shop around for a new car insurance policy. You only need to enter your information once, and then you can compare multiple quotes side by side.
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