Replacement Software Discs - Replacement

Good morning everyone
When renewing my home insurance today I found out that software is not covered and is difficult to obtain cover, so I have this question: If I have my serial numbers (i.e. recorded electronically and backed up) and say my house burns down, can I buy replacement install discs for a nominal fee. I know you can get replacement serial numbers with proof of purchase, but if my proof of purchase has been destroyed and all I have is the record of my serial numbers, where do I stand then?

I don't think there is an easy answer here; it will depend on the company which issued the software.
Assuming you registered the software, I would hope that the software companies would look kindly on your request provided you could provide proof of the calamity (such as an insurance claim for the computer the software was installed on).
Perhaps it is worth contacting a couple of the software companies to see what their polices are -- if they have any.

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