Refund Policy
Refund Process Overview
Below is an outline of each stage in the refund process and the estimated timeframe involved:
| Refund Stage | Description | Estimated Timeframe |
|---|---|---|
| Item Returned to Joelcogen | Our Quality Control team receives and inspects the returned item. | Within 3–5 business days after arrival |
| Refund Approval | You will receive an email notification once the inspection is completed. | Same business day inspection is finalized |
| Refund Initiation | The approved refund is processed to the original payment method via PayPal. | Within 14 business days after approval |
| Funds Reflected in Account | Final posting time depends on your bank or card issuer. | Varies by financial institution |
Refund Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for a refund, all of the following conditions must be met:
| Requirement | Required | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Item condition | ✔ Yes | Must be unused, undamaged, and show no signs of wear |
| Original packaging | ✔ Yes | Packaging must be intact and include all original tags |
| Proof of purchase | ✔ Yes | Order number or confirmation email is required |
| Approved return | ✔ Yes | Return must comply with the Joelcogen Return Policy |
Non-Refundable Situations
Refunds will not be issued under the following circumstances:
| Scenario | Eligibility | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Clearance or sale items | ❌ Not eligible | All discounted items are final sale |
| Incorrect size selected by customer | ❌ Not eligible | Please review our size guide carefully before ordering |
| Incorrect customization details | ❌ Not eligible | Personalized items follow customer-provided specifications |
| Color variation due to screen display | ❌ Not eligible | Minor differences may occur between devices |
| Returned item shows wear or damage | ❌ Not eligible | Item may be returned to customer upon request |
Exchanges
Exchanges are limited to specific situations as outlined below:
| Exchange Reason | Eligible | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Defective item received | ✔ Yes | Photo evidence is required for verification |
| Item damaged during shipping | ✔ Yes | Replacement issued once damage is confirmed |
| Change of size, color, or preference | ❌ No | Exchanges are limited to defects or shipping damage only |
| Replacement item out of stock | ✔ Refund issued | Full refund processed to original payment method |
How Refunds Are Issued
| Method | Explanation |
|---|---|
| PayPal (Default) | All refunds are securely processed via PayPal, even if another payment method was used at checkout |
| Original payment source | Refunds are always returned to the original payment method |
| Refund confirmation | Proof of refund initiation can be provided upon request if required by your bank |
What to Do If You Haven’t Received Your Refund
If your refund does not appear within the expected timeframe, please follow these steps:
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Contact your bank or card issuer to confirm their processing timeline
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Review the refund confirmation email sent by Joelcogen
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Contact our support team if the delay continues and request proof of refund initiation