Coverage Basics

Goodcover is licensed as a property-casualty insurance agency in 40 states and the District of Columbia. Review the current business-entity license list and learn why licensing does not always mean every product is available.

Add your landlord as an interested party so Goodcover can send proof of renters insurance by email or physical mail.

Learn what personal liability coverage can help with, why landlords may require it, and what to do if your landlord requires a higher limit.

A canceled or lapsed Goodcover policy cannot be reinstated, but you can start a quote for a new policy from your Member Dashboard.

Learn how to cancel your Goodcover policy from the Member Dashboard, what happens to unused premium, and how to request a future cancellation date.

Learn how to update your name, phone number, or email address from your Goodcover Member Dashboard and when additional review may be required.

Learn how to add or update a spouse or partner on your Goodcover policy from the Member Dashboard and receive a revised policy by email.

Moving or correcting an address typo? Learn how to update the insured address on your Goodcover renters policy from your Member Dashboard.

Learn how to change your Goodcover coverage levels and add protection for special items such as jewelry or cameras from your Member Dashboard.

A practical checklist for setting a renters insurance requirement, reviewing proof of coverage, and keeping records organized at move-in and renewal.

Estimate personal property coverage from the cost of replacing what you own, then check any liability limit your landlord requires. These bedroom-based starting points can help you choose a number to review and adjust.

A request to cancel a Goodcover policy effective on a past date requires documentation supporting that exact date. Backdating is subject to review and is not effective unless Goodcover approves and confirms it.

You can switch to Goodcover before your current renters insurance term ends. Coordinate the effective and cancellation dates carefully to avoid a coverage gap, and check how your former insurer will calculate any refund.