Allstate expands year-round ownership protection, introduces industry-first tools to help protect tax refunds

Key takeaways:

• Reports of Allstate identity theft have increased 50% over the past two tax seasons, with adults in their 20s reporting more cases than other generations.
• Allstate Identity Protection programs protect customers’ personal information with round-the-clock monitoring to detect fraud and recover identities as the risks of identity theft increase.
• Allstate’s industry-first stolen tax refund gives customers access to their expected refunds if someone files a fraudulent return and claims it first.

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Feb. 24, 2026 – Allstate helps protect customers’ identities through continuous monitoring, fraud detection and identity recovery. As tax season brings high risk, the Allstate Identity Protection Blue Plan includes its first stolen tax refund form to help customers access their expected refunds in the event of fraud.

“Allstate protects customers’ identities every day with 24/7 monitoring for fraud and hands-on support when you file a case,” said Caroline Slane, senior vice president of business operations at Allstate Identity Protection. “At tax time, that protection extends to stolen returns. We help clients access their money while we support them in getting it back.”

What identity threats should taxpayers watch for in 2026?

Identity theft thrives during tax season because more personal data circulates after the busy holiday shopping season. The rise of AI makes scams more convincing and bigger.

Allstate claims data from the 2025 tax season shows a significant year-over-year increase in many types of identity theft compared to the 2024 tax season:¹

• Total identity theft cases: top 50%
• New credit account identity theft: top 45%
• Fraudulent applications for loans, credit cards or other financial products: top 65%

Federal Trade Commission data shows that adults in their 20s report five times more incidents of identity theft than adults in their 70s.²

How can taxpayers protect their identity?

Allstate recommends that people take these steps to protect their identity during tax season:

1. Avoid logging onto public Wi-Fi or using someone else’s device
2. Stay informed about phishing scams, suspicious DMs and social media scams
3. Use reputable tax filing software
4. File taxes early before fraudsters have a chance to enter their names

What does Allstate Identity Protection cover?

Allstate’s Identity Protection Programs offer full-service identity recovery and tools to help members protect their personal information and detect fraud. Members receive supervision, alerts and support from return experts and seasonal guidance to avoid tax-related scams. Consumers can enroll directly in individual or family plans at allstateidentityprotection.com or through employer benefit plans.

How does the Allstate stolen tax refund advance work?

Many taxpayers rely on their refunds to cover expenses or pay off debts. The IRS expects large refunds for many filers this year, increasing the impact when fraud occurs. Advance stolen tax refunds are available exclusively from Allstate and provide eligible customers with their expected refund amount in advance, usually delivered within a few business days of filing a claim. The expected amount of the refund is calculated using the tax filing information the customer provides and the verified identity protection data. Customers pay Allstate over time without interest.

How can consumers enroll in Allstate Identity Protection?

With the rise of multiple threats at once, consumers need protection on all fronts. Consumers can enroll directly in the Allstate Identity Protection Blue Plan or check to see if they already have access through one of Allstate’s employer-provided plans, which cover more than 1.4 million employees and their families. Consumer plans start at $19 per month, installation starts immediately, and first-time customers get the first 30 days free.

Editor’s note

¹ Based on Allstate Identity Protection incidents reported between January to April 2025, compared to January to April 2024.

² According to FTC reports stored on the Consumer Sentinel Network.

About Allstate
Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) protects people from life’s uncertainties with a broad array of auto, home, appliance, and ownership protections. Products are available through an extensive distribution network including Allstate agents, independent agents, major retailers, online, and in-store. Allstate has more than 210 million policies in force and is widely recognized by the slogan “You’re in Good Hands with Allstate.” For more information, visit www.allstate.com.