Retail Store Insurance

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Retail store insurance can help protect you from:

Theft

Your business is burglarized overnight and inventory was stolen. You need to replace it — fast.

Product liability

A customer claims a sweater you sold was treated with a chemical that caused an allergic reaction.

Advertising injury

A competitor sues you claiming that you copied the "look and feel" of their product listing.

Cyber

Criminals hack your store's site, and now your customers' payment information is compromised.

Retail store insurance designed to protect your business

NEXT Insurance is a one-stop shop to help you get the retail store insurance coverage you need to protect your business from accidents, injuries, legal fees and damaged vehicles. Our insurance packages typically include:

General liability
Commercial auto
Workers’ compensation
Commercial property

We’ll help you get the business insurance coverage you need

It’s all about managing your risk. See the different policies available for retail stores and save up to 10% when you bundle two or more of our policies.

General Liability

Our general liability coverage meets Amazon’s insurance requirements

General liability insurance covers a wide range of retail store accidents and basic risks. You’ll have financial protection if someone other than an employee gets hurt or you are held responsible for damaging property that doesn’t belong to you. It’s often required by retail platforms like Amazon before you can begin selling online.

general liability can help you pay for:

Medical payments

Property damage

Legal fees and judgments

Professional Liability (E&O)

Coverage against business mistakes and claims of negligence

Professional liability insurance (also known as errors and omissions) helps you defend yourself if you’re accused of making a mistake that causes someone to lose money. For example, if you are accused of not honoring a refund on an expensive necklace, it could help cover related expenses to defend yourself even if you did nothing wrong.

professional liability can help you pay for:

Professional negligence (actual or alleged)

Legal defense costs

Legal judgments

Commercial Auto

For business owners who own or drive vehicles

Most states require commercial auto insurance for business-owned vehicles to help pay for medical expenses and property damage. Personal auto insurance usually won’t provide coverage if you scratch another vehicle in the parking lot when arriving at your store.

commercial auto can help you pay for:

Medical expenses

Collision repairs

Rental reimbursement

Workers' Compensation

For business owners who hire employees

Workers’ compensation insurance can help pay for medical care and lost wages after a workplace injury. It’s almost always required if you have employees. Choose business owner’s coverage with your policy to protect yourself.

workers compensation can help you pay for:

Medical expenses

Lost wages

Employer liability

Commercial Property

For business owners who own or rent physical spaces

Commercial property insurance can help protect your business equipment, inventory and even the building itself if you own it. If your business property is damaged due to a covered event, such as a burst water pipe or fire, property insurance can help with replacement costs or repairs as well as the loss of business income while you get back up and running.

commercial property can help you pay for:

Damaged equipment and inventory

Lost income

Operating expenses

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You can save up to 25% in discounts on retail store insurance

If you’re a third-party seller on Amazon, our most popular package, “Pro,” meets Amazon seller insurance requirements

Basic

Lowest Price

Commercial Auto

Combined single limit

$85,000

General Liability

Per occurrence

$500,000

Professional Liability (E&O)

Per occurrence

$250,000

Workers’ Comp

Per accident

$100,000

Commercial Property

Per occurrence

$25,000

Pro

How much does retail store insurance cost?

Retail shop insurance quotes vary based on the risks that your business faces, such as:

The kinds of products you sell
Where your inventory or supplies are located
If you have any employees
The types of vehicles you use for work

Learn more about retail store insurance costs and coverage.

Retail store insurance requirements

Retail stores are almost always required to have insurance due to the risk of injury to customers and damage to commercial and private property. You might need insurance to:

Start selling and shipping merchandise. Online platforms like Amazon might ask you to have active insurance — usually general liability or workers’ compensation.
Hire employees. Most states require workers’ compensation.
Drive for business purposes. Business-owned vehicles typically need commercial auto insurance.
Repair or replace property you own or rent. Protect your inventory, equipment and even the building that you lease or own.

Frequently asked questions about business insurance

Here are some of the most common questions we get about business insurance for retail stores. If you don’t find the answers you need here, our licensed, U.S.-based insurance advisors are standing by to help via online chat or phone.

What are some examples of business insurance protection for retail stores?

NEXT’s retail shop policies can help protect your business from a variety of risks and financial losses related to:

Damage to someone else’s property

The paint you sell on Amazon explodes in a customer’s bedroom, ruining the carpet and drapes. Your policy could help pay for the damages.

Accidents that hurt someone

A customer falls and breaks their arm inside your retail store. Your coverage could help pay for medical costs and legal fees.

Damage to your own property and inventory

Vandals tag your storefront, break a window and steal some business laptops and products. Insurance can help with replacement or repair.

Accidents involving your business vehicles

You have a fender bender on the way to a client’s office. Commercial auto insurance could help pay for the damages.

Workplace illness or injuries

Your employee falls off a step stool and twists an ankle — and now you’re down a worker for several weeks. Workers’ compensation insurance can help cover medical bills and lost wages.

Do I need insurance to sell on Amazon?

Yes, Amazon requires some third-party sellers to provide proof that you have general liability insurance with at least $1 million in coverage. You may also be asked to provide a certificate of insurance with Amazon listed as an additional insured. Our general liability coverage meets Amazon’s insurance requirements. We make it easy to get a quote, purchase coverage and access your certificate with our simple online process. Just be sure to select the “Pro” package when you’re on the quote page so you receive the $1 million per occurrence and $1 million aggregate (per year) limits, as well as the injuries and damages coverage, that Amazon requires. This helps protect your business and Amazon from financial losses if you are accused of causing an injury or property damage related to whatever you are selling. Amazon asks that you put “Amazon.com, Inc., and its affiliates and assignees” as additional insureds on your policy. If you purchase through Amazon, you will automatically have a certificate of insurance created at time of purchase.

What do I need to get an insurance quote online?

It takes about 10 minutes to get a consultant business insurance quote online with NEXT. We’ll ask a few questions about your business — like what you do, your location, how many people you employ and the vehicles you use for work. You’ll choose your options and see prices. If you like what you see, you can buy online and get a certificate of insurance (proof of insurance) on the spot.

How can I get a certificate of insurance (COI)?

Once you have a NEXT policy, you’ll have 24/7 access to proof of your insurance (also called a certificate of insurance, or COI) via web or app. Log in to your account, download your COI instantly or deliver it via email or text at no additional cost. Get unlimited certificates and add an additional insured as you need them.

How do you file an insurance claim with NEXT?

If you’re a policyholder, simply log in to your account and file a claim. We’ll contact you shortly to go over the details. Our support team is standing by to help.

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More professions that are covered by NEXT

Amazon Seller, Arts and Crafts Store, Bike Shop, Bookstore, Candle Store, Candy Store, Clothing Store, Convenience Store, E-commerce, Electronics Store, Fabric Store, Florist, Furniture Store, Hardware Store, Hobby Shop, Jewelry Store, Laundromat, Luggage Store, Medical Supplies Store, Pawn Shop, Retail Store, Toy Store

* To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten, not all applicants may qualify. Individual rates and savings vary and are subject to change. Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only.