Paying your energy bill is a necessary task that most homeowners and renters need to do each month. For Alliant Energy customers, paying your bill online is a convenient option that saves time and ensures your payment is received right away. This article will explain the online bill pay options Alliant Energy offers, the benefits of paying online, and provide a step-by-step guide to paying your Alliant Energy bill online through the guest payment system or your My Account.
Alliant Energy Online Bill Pay Options
Alliant Energy offers two ways for customers to pay their energy bills online:
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Guest Payment – This allows you to make one-time bill payments as a “guest” without logging in or setting up an account. You just need your Alliant Energy account number.
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My Account – This is Alliant Energy’s online account management system. By setting up a My Account, you can make recurring payments, view your usage history, update account info and more.
Both options allow quick and secure online bill payment without having to mail in checks or money orders.
Benefits of Paying Your Alliant Energy Bill Online
Paying online offers many advantages over mailing in bill payments
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Convenience – Pay anywhere, anytime online without stamps, checks, or envelopes.
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Payment Confirmation – Get instant confirmation your payment was received and applied.
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Avoid Late Fees – Online payments are processed instantly, avoiding possible delays and late fees from mail.
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Security – Online payments are more secure than checks sent through the mail, reducing identity theft risk.
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Save Time – Pay your bill in just a few minutes compared to days for mail delivery.
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Paperless Billing – Go green by opting for paperless billing when you pay online.
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Control – Choose exact payment amount and timing that fits your schedule.
Step-by-Step Guide to Paying Your Alliant Energy Bill Online
Follow these simple steps to pay your Alliant Energy bill through the guest online payment system or by setting up a My Account:
Guest Payment
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Select your state (Wisconsin or Iowa) and residential or business account type.
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Click “Make a Payment” on the next screen.
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Enter your Alliant Energy account number from your bill and the payment amount.
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Choose whether to pay from your bank account or credit card and enter details.
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Review payment info and submit. You’ll receive instant confirmation.
My Account Payment
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Click “Register” if new user. Provide name, account number, email, and create password.
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Click “Make a Payment” from the My Account home screen.
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Choose a saved payment method or enter new payment info.
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Review payment details and confirm. You’ll receive confirmation via email.
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Set up recurring payments or paperless billing for added convenience!
Frequently Asked Questions About Alliant Energy Online Bill Pay
Here are answers to some common questions about paying your Alliant Energy bill online:
Does paying online mean I’ll stop getting a paper bill? No, your billing preferences do not change when paying online. You must specifically enroll in paperless billing.
What if I try online payment and don’t like it? No problem – just go back to paying by mail as usual. Online payment is optional.
How do I know my online payment went through? You will receive instant payment confirmation and an email after submitting an online payment.
Is online bill pay secure? Yes, Alliant Energy uses industry-standard encryption to protect your payment info when paying online.
What do I need to make an online payment? Just your Alliant Energy account number – no login or password needed for guest payments!
Pay Your Alliant Energy Bill Online Today!
Paying your energy bill online using Alliant Energy’s guest payment system or My Account portal is fast, easy, and secure. Avoid late fees, save time, and get payment confirmation in seconds. Sign up for paperless billing for added convenience. Pay your Alliant Energy bill online today and experience the many benefits!
Other ways to pay
Your bill is paid automatically from your bank account or credit/debit card on the date you choose. Set it and forget it.
Receive an email when your bill is ready to view. Convenience is at your fingertips when you go paperless.
Know your bill amount in advance! With Budget Billing, you pay the same amount each month.
Dont like fluctuations in your bill? Consider that problem fixed! Learn more about Fixed Amount Bill.