Refund and Returns Policy

Trade Vib3 (Pty) Ltd Returns & Refund Policy

1. Overview

At Trade Vib3, we want customers to shop with confidence. This Returns & Refund Policy explains how returns, refunds, exchanges, and related requests are handled for products purchased through our website.

This policy should be read together with our Terms and Conditions, Shipping Policy, Delivery Policy, Warranty Policy, and DOA Policy.

2. Business Information

Legal Name: Trade Vib3 (Pty) Ltd
Trading Name: Trade Vib3
Company Registration Number: 2025 / 912421 / 07
Country of Operation: South Africa
Business Address: 177 Marija Street, 3 Wildepeer, Wonderboom, 0182
Phone/WhatsApp: 072 018 6851
Email: support@tradevib3store.co.za

3. General Return Conditions

To help us process a return, items should where reasonably possible be returned:

  • with proof of purchase
  • with original packaging
  • with accessories, manuals, and included items
  • in the condition received, unless the return relates to a defect or fault

We may request photographs, a description of the issue, or other supporting information before approving a return.

4. Change-of-Mind Returns

If you want to return a product because you changed your mind, please contact us within 7 days of delivery.

Change-of-mind returns may be accepted at our discretion, provided the item is unused, unopened where applicable, in resalable condition, and returned with all original contents.

For approved change-of-mind returns:

  • the customer may be responsible for return shipping costs
  • original delivery fees may not be refundable
  • a handling fee may apply where clearly disclosed and legally permitted

5. Cooling-Off Rights

Where applicable under South African law, consumers may have a statutory cooling-off right in qualifying electronic transactions.

Nothing in this policy removes any statutory right that applies by law.

6. Damaged, Incorrect, or Defective Products

If you receive an item that is:

  • damaged
  • incorrect
  • incomplete
  • defective
  • unsafe
  • not fit for its intended purpose
  • not of acceptable quality

please contact us as soon as possible after delivery.

Depending on the circumstances and applicable law, the remedy may include:

  • repair
  • replacement
  • refund

The CPA provides statutory protection where goods fail to meet required standards, including the implied warranty of quality.

7. Dead on Arrival (DOA)

If a product arrives not powering on, not functioning on first proper use, or showing an immediate fault, the matter may fall under our DOA Policy.

Possible DOA issues should be reported as soon as possible after delivery, ideally within 48 hours of receipt.

8. Warranty-Related Returns

Where a product develops a qualifying fault after delivery, the matter may be handled under our Warranty Policy.

Where applicable, the item may need to be inspected, tested, or assessed before the outcome is confirmed.

9. Non-Returnable Items

Unless required by law, the following may not qualify for return or refund:

  • items damaged through misuse, negligence, abuse, or unauthorised alteration
  • items with missing parts not caused by our error
  • items returned without reasonable proof of purchase
  • hygiene-sensitive items opened after delivery where return is not appropriate
  • software, digital items, downloads, or licence-based goods once accessed or activated, unless defective or required by law
  • special-order, clearance, or non-returnable items clearly marked as such, subject to statutory rights

10. Return Process

To request a return, email support@tradevib3store.co.za with:

  • your full name
  • order number
  • contact details
  • product name
  • reason for return
  • photos or video where relevant

Do not return goods before contacting us and receiving instructions, unless we tell you otherwise.

11. Return Shipping Costs

  • If the item is defective, damaged, incorrect, or accepted as DOA, we may arrange collection or cover reasonable return shipping costs.
  • If the return is for change of mind or no fault is found, the customer may be responsible for return shipping costs.

12. Refunds

Once the returned item has been received and inspected, we will confirm whether the refund has been approved.

Approved refunds will usually be processed back to the original payment method unless otherwise agreed.

Approved refunds are usually processed within 7–10 business days after the returned item has been received, inspected, and approved. Bank or payment provider processing times may vary.

13. Exchanges

Where stock is available, we may offer an exchange instead of a refund where appropriate.

If the replacement item is more expensive, the customer may need to pay the difference. If it is less expensive, we may refund the difference where applicable.

14. Cancellations Before Dispatch

If you want to cancel an order before it has been dispatched, please contact us as soon as possible.

Orders are dispatched Monday to Friday. Orders placed over weekends or public holidays are dispatched on the next business day.

If the order has not yet been processed or shipped, we may be able to cancel it and arrange a refund.

15. Shipping Fees and Delivery Context

Trade Vib3 currently applies a flat shipping rate of R110, with free shipping on orders over R1500.

These charges may affect whether original shipping fees are refundable in discretionary returns where no product fault exists.

For more information, please refer to our Shipping Policy and Delivery Policy.

16. Contact Us

For returns and refund queries, contact:

Trade Vib3 (Pty) Ltd
Email: support@tradevib3store.co.za
Phone: 072 018 6851

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