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Identity Protection Plan Upgraded to Pro+ Cyber Coverage

May 18, 2026 by Deidre Mings

Identity Protection Plan Upgraded.

Enhanced Cybersecurity, Scam Protection, and Family Coverage Beginning June 1, 2026.

Employees currently enrolled in Missouri State University’s Identity Protection Plan through Allstate Identity Protection/The Standard will soon receive an automatic upgrade to enhanced coverage at no additional cost.

Beginning June 1, 2026, the plan will transition to the new Pro+ Cyber package, offering expanded protection against identity theft, scams, cyber threats, and digital privacy risks.

Employees who have already activated their identity protection accounts should have received an email from Allstate Identity Protection with details regarding the upgrade.

What’s Included in the Upgraded Pro+ Cyber Plan?

In addition to the existing identity, credit, and dark web monitoring features — plus up to $5 million in identity theft reimbursement — the upgraded plan now includes several new protections and cybersecurity tools.

Advantages of the upgraded Pro+ Cyber plan include:

  • Increased financial protection with identity theft expense reimbursement up to $5 million*
  • Expanded device protection for up to 10 devices per adult**
  • In-portal messaging with access to human support
  • Up to $50,000 in scam and digital crime reimbursement***
  • Up to $100,000 in cyberbullying protection***
  • Family digital safety tools powered by Bark***
  • Continuous data broker scanning and personal information removal requests
  • Enhanced scam detection and email threat monitoring

Allstate Scam Protection℠

Enhanced scam detection and prevention tools including:

  • Email threat scanning
  • Scam alerts
  • Scam and digital crime reimbursement coverage

Coverage for the Whole Family

Family plans now include expanded protection for everyone in your household, including senior family members. The plan also includes digital safety tools powered by Bark* with content monitoring across more than 30 apps.

Data Removal Services

The upgraded plan continuously scans hundreds of data broker websites and requests removal of your personal information to help reduce risks related to:

  • Identity theft
  • Scams
  • Stalking
  • Online privacy exposure

Award-Winning Cybersecurity Tools

Employees will also have access to cybersecurity protections for up to 10 devices per adult, including:

  • Anti-malware protection
  • VPN services
  • Password manager tools
  • Additional device security features

Automatic Upgrade Begins June 1

No action is required for currently enrolled and activated participants. Coverage will automatically upgrade on June 1, 2026.

Employees can log in to their existing account at any time to explore the new features and protections available under the Pro+ Cyber plan.

Haven’t Activated Your Account Yet?

If you are currently paying for the identity protection plan but have not yet activated your account, please contact Allstate Identity Protection customer service for assistance with account setup so you can take full advantage of the available protections and monitoring tools.

Customer Service:
(800) 789-2720
CustomerCare@AIP.com

Enrollment Information

Please note that Identity Protection coverage is only available for enrollment during Open Enrollment unless you experience a qualifying life event.

* Identity theft reimbursement and coverage limits are subject to plan terms, conditions, and exclusions.
** Device protection availability and features may vary by platform and operating system.
*** Reimbursement and protection features are subject to eligibility requirements, limitations, and plan disclaimers. Please review official plan materials for complete details.


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