Buyer Protection

Return & Refund Policy

Returns on TownZa are managed by each individual vendor. Check the store page before purchasing to see if the vendor offers returns or exchanges.

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Return eligibility depends on the vendor

TownZa is a marketplace of independent local vendors. Each vendor sets their own return and exchange policy. If a vendor has not enabled returns, items purchased from that store are not eligible for return or replacement. Always check the store's return policy on the product or store page before placing an order.

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How to Check a Vendor's Return Policy

Before placing an order, confirm whether the store accepts returns

Every vendor on TownZa independently decides whether to accept returns or exchanges. Here's how to check before you buy:

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Visit the Store Page

Open the vendor's store page from the product listing or search results.

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Look for the Return Policy Section

Scroll down on the store page to find the "Return Policy" section. If the vendor allows returns, it will show the return window (e.g. "7-day return") and their specific conditions.

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No Return Policy Shown = No Returns

If no return policy is visible on the store page, the vendor has not enabled returns. All sales from that store are considered final.

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Contact the Vendor if Unsure

If you have questions about a specific item before buying, use the store's contact details to ask the vendor directly.

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General Return Conditions

When a vendor does allow returns, the following conditions typically apply

Even if a vendor has returns enabled, items must meet the vendor's stated conditions. Below are the general guidelines across most TownZa stores.

✅ Generally Eligible
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Item received is damaged or defective
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Item is significantly different from the product listing
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Wrong item delivered by the vendor
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Return requested within the vendor's stated return window
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Item is unused and in original packaging
❌ Generally Not Eligible
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Vendor has not enabled returns on their store
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Return requested after the vendor's return window has closed
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Item has been used, washed, or altered
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Original tags or packaging removed
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Perishable, custom-made, or intimate items
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How to Request a Return or Exchange

If the vendor allows returns and your item qualifies, follow these steps

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Go to My Orders

Log in to your TownZa account and navigate to My Orders. Find the order you wish to return.

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Contact the Vendor

Reach out to the vendor directly using the contact details on their store page. Explain the reason for your return and include photos if the item is damaged or incorrect.

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Vendor Approves the Return

The vendor will review your request. If approved, they will provide instructions on how to return the item — including the return address and any packaging requirements.

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Item Returned & Refund / Exchange Processed

Once the vendor receives and verifies the returned item, your refund or replacement will be processed as per the vendor's stated policy.

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Refunds for Online Payments

How refunds are handled for prepaid orders

If you paid online and your return is approved by the vendor, the refund will be credited back to your original payment method (bank account, UPI, card, or wallet).

Refund processing time depends on your bank or payment provider and typically takes 5–7 business days after the vendor approves the return.

For Cash on Delivery (COD) orders, refunds — if applicable — are coordinated directly between you and the vendor.

Need help with a return?

If you're having trouble with a vendor or your return request, contact our support team and we'll do our best to help resolve the issue.

Contact Support