Are Asurion Protection plans transferable?

Yes, Asurion protection plans of all devices, except the DVD/CD/video game software are transferable for free. All you need to do is to write to Asurion at their address at PO Box 1818, Sterling, VA 20166, or call their number 866-593-2521. When informing them, you must provide information such as your address, telephone number, date of transfer, and the name of the new owner of your device or plan.

Regardless of the electronic device you will purchase – whether it is a home appliance like a refrigerator, a TV, or whether you are buying a smartphone, it is a guarantee that a Protection plan, also referred to as an extended warranty, is part of the purchase. However, these warranties are limited in their scope because they only apply to you as the owner of the item, and you may find yourself wanting to transfer ownership of the item alongside its extended warranty to another individual.

Protection plans and how they work

Protection plans, also referred to as extended warranties, ESC (extended service contracts), ESPs (extended service plans), or simply service plans, are coverages that give you protection of your products and electronics beyond the usual lifespan of a manufacturer’s warranty. In the case of phones and electronics, manufacturer warranties last up to a year, but a protection plan can extend that to up to 2 years.

Asurion offers protection plans for a variety of devices, and they cover cases such as sudden replacements, expensive repairs, and unexpected malfunctioning products. According to their terms, you can purchase a protection plan within the first 30 days after purchasing the original product.

The protection plan also covers:

  • Environmental factors
  • Cases of normal wear and tear
  • Breakdowns in electrical and mechanical components
  • Defects in materials and workmanship
  • Protection against power surges

Costs involved when signing up for an Asurion protection plan

The Asurion website does not specify pricing plans for any of their warranty plans or protection plans, but Amazon does. The cost can go as low as $29.99 depending on the devices you are covering and the coverage type you choose, and there is also a service fee involved when sending the device for repair or replacing it entirely – this can cost a minimum of $29.99 if you want repairs, or a minimum of $49 if you want to replace the device.

Additionally, the Asurion Home+ plan allows you to cover all devices within your household for as low as $24.99 monthly, and allow you to access a team of experts when you need to.

Services under the Asurion Protection plan

Tech Help Services

This allows you to access the tech support team and inform them about your devices, and receive repairs whether they choose to come to your home or you take your devices to them.

Mobile protection

This allows you to let go of worries regarding your phones and any problems arising in their operation, while allowing you to pay less than the full retailing cost when replacing your phone.

Cracked screen repairs

You can get same-day repairs under the plan, and all you will need to do is submit a claim. When doing so, it will allow you to choose whether you want a technician to come to you or if you want to mail or dropship the device to an authorized store.

Samsung and iPhone protection

It will save you up to $1,000 in iPhone replacement and repair costs, and also cover Samsung Galaxy phones.

Mobile app center

This is a smartphone app that will allow you to access additional protection that supplemtnts what you have from your carrier. These apps include Verizon Tech Coach and AT&T ProTech.

Home theatre and TV

As the Protection Plan covers more than just oyur smartphone, it extends to your other home devices such as the TV and Home Theatre system. There are several brands covered, which are:

  • Sony
  • Samsung
  • Insignia
  • Toshiba
  • Vizio
  • Sharp

Computers, electronics and laptops

These warranties cover the following aspects:

  • Fast repairs
  • Prepaid shipping
  • Claim filing on a 24/7 basis
  • Real-time updates

Home appliances

There are a wide range of appliances under the cover that include washing machines, ovens, dishwashers, and refrigerators.

Other items under the plan include office equipment, Asurion Enterprise, and the Home Plus services.

Differences between Asurion Protection plans and Manufacturer warranties – A summary

Protection Plan
Manufacturer warranty
It is an agreement that you purchase separately, and it gives additional protection outside the manufacturer’s warranty
Is an agreement you get by default when you purchase a product, and is part of the buying price
Usually lasts for up to 2 years
It can vary in length, but the standard is 90 days up to 1 year
Can cover additional aspects beyond product defects, which are typically under a manufacturer’s warranty
Only covers a limited scope of defects and problems

Conclusion

It is possible to transfer Asurion Protection plans to a designated person at any time, except for video game device coverage which is impossible to transfer. You will also need to call Asurion to transfer your plan, as they will not initiate its transfer if you do not authorize it.

FAQs

Is Amazon Asurion coverage transferrable?

Yes, it is, as long as you as the owner authorize the transaction by calling them on 1 (866) 551-5924. You will also need to provide information on the new recipient of the plan, as well as your Amazon order ID.

Does Asurion send new or refurbished phones and devices?

They will send both refurbished and new devices, depending on what is available in their stock when you submit your claim.

What happens if I don’t return my phone to Asurion?

Asurion will charge you a penalty of at least $100, and this does not include the possible fees you owe to your network carrier due to the delays.

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