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Benefits reviews
11-20 of 85 Reviews
5.0
May 19, 2025
Anonymous employee
Current
Turkeytown, Alabama
there is no badt things about this benefit
2.0
May 13, 2025
Anonymous employee
Current
San Francisco, California
you don't need to worry if someone terrible were to happen to you
5.0
Apr 5, 2025
Anonymous Solutions Architect
Former
San Francisco, California
This is a great place to work
5.0
Mar 18, 2025
Anonymous Data Scientist
Current
New York, New York State
they offer life insurance packages
2.0
Feb 27, 2025
Anonymous Software Engineer(Internship)
Former
Sunnyvale, California
no life insurance plan offered
5.0
Feb 20, 2025
Anonymous employee
Former
Mountain View, California
Yes, there is life insurance.
5.0
Feb 20, 2025
Anonymous CyberSecurity Engineer
Current
Mountain View, California
Best Things About Life Insurance at Google
Generous Coverage – Google provides free life insurance equal to 2x the employee’s annual salary, with options to increase coverage.
Additional Supplemental Plans – Employees can purchase extra life insurance for themselves, spouses, or dependents at competitive rates.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance – Google offers AD&D coverage, providing financial support in case of severe injury or accidental death.
No Out-of-Pocket Cost for Basic Plan – The base life insurance plan is completely free, ensuring financial protection without deductions from salary.
Peace of Mind for Families – The policy helps support employees’ families in case of an unfortunate event, offering long-term security.
❌ Worst Things About Life Insurance at Google
Limited Free Coverage – While 2x salary sounds good, it may not be enough for employees with families or large financial responsibilities.
Higher Premiums for Additional Coverage – Employees who want extra life insurance must pay out of pocket, and rates increase with age.
Not Available for All International Employees – Life insurance benefits vary by country, meaning some employees outside the U.S. may not get the same coverage.
Coverage Ends When You Leave Google – If an employee leaves or retires, life insurance does not carry over, requiring them to find a new policy.
AD&D Benefits Are Limited – The payout for injuries is often lower than a standard disability insurance plan, limiting financial support.
4.0
Feb 10, 2025
Anonymous Senior Program Manager
Current
San Jose, California
Typical, I think but haven't really paid attention