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Return Policy
Templates

Free, customizable return policy templates for your Shopify store. Choose the policy that best fits your brand and business model. Copy, paste, and customize.

Template

Lenient Return Policy (Premium Brands)

Best for luxury and premium brands. Builds maximum customer trust.

RETURN POLICY

Return Window: 60 days from delivery
Condition: Items must be in original condition with tags attached
Excluded Items: None (all items returnable)
Return Shipping: Free return shipping on all orders
Restocking Fee: None

HOW TO RETURN:
1. Visit [your-store.com/returns]
2. Enter your order number and email
3. Select items to return
4. Print your free return label
5. Drop off at any [carrier] location

REFUND TIMELINE:
- Refunds processed within 5-7 business days of receiving your return
- Original payment method credited
- Store credit available instantly (with 10% bonus)

EXCHANGES:
- Free exchanges for different size or color
- Product exchanges available with price adjustment
- Exchanges processed within 3-5 business days

DEFECTIVE/DAMAGED ITEMS:
- Free return shipping for defective items
- Expedited replacement sent immediately
- Full refund available

QUESTIONS?
Contact our support team at support@[your-store].com or visit our help center.

Last Updated: [Current Date]
Template

Moderate Return Policy (Standard E-commerce)

Balanced policy for most Shopify stores. Fair to both customer and merchant.

RETURN POLICY

Return Window: 30 days from delivery
Condition: Items must be unworn, unwashed, with tags attached
Excluded Items: Final sale items, intimate apparel, gift cards
Return Shipping: Customer responsible ($8 flat rate), Free for exchanges
Restocking Fee: None for standard returns

HOW TO RETURN:
1. Visit [your-store.com/returns]
2. Enter your order number and email
3. Select items and return reason
4. Choose refund or exchange
5. Print return label and ship within 7 days

REFUND TIMELINE:
- Refunds processed within 7-10 business days of receiving your return
- Original payment method credited
- Store credit available instantly (with 15% bonus)

EXCHANGES:
- Free return shipping for exchanges
- Size/color exchanges processed first
- Product exchanges available with price difference handling

DEFECTIVE/DAMAGED ITEMS:
- Free return shipping for defective items
- Photo verification required
- Replacement or full refund provided

NON-RETURNABLE ITEMS:
- Items marked "Final Sale" at checkout
- Gift cards and digital products
- Opened hygiene products

QUESTIONS?
Email us at support@[your-store].com

Last Updated: [Current Date]
Template

Strict Return Policy (High-Volume/Low-Margin)

For stores with thin margins or high return abuse. Protects profitability.

RETURN POLICY

Return Window: 14 days from delivery
Condition: Items must be in original, unopened packaging with all tags attached
Excluded Items: Opened items, electronics, final sale, clearance, intimate apparel
Return Shipping: Customer responsible for all return shipping costs
Restocking Fee: 15% restocking fee on all returns

HOW TO RETURN:
1. Contact support@[your-store].com within 14 days
2. Provide order number, item(s), and reason
3. Await return authorization (RMA) number
4. Ship item with RMA number clearly marked
5. Returns without RMA will be rejected

REFUND TIMELINE:
- Returns must be received within 14 days of delivery
- Refunds processed within 10-14 business days after inspection
- 15% restocking fee deducted from refund
- Original shipping costs non-refundable

EXCHANGES:
- Exchange for store credit only (no restocking fee)
- Must be requested within 14 days
- Customer pays return and new shipping costs
- Subject to availability

DEFECTIVE/DAMAGED ITEMS:
- Report within 48 hours of delivery with photos
- Free return shipping with pre-approval
- Replacement or full refund (no restocking fee)
- Must provide clear photos of damage

NON-RETURNABLE ITEMS:
- Opened or used items
- Items without original packaging
- Final sale, clearance, or promotional items
- Gift cards, digital downloads

We reserve the right to refuse returns that don't meet our conditions.

QUESTIONS?
Email support@[your-store].com

Last Updated: [Current Date]
Template

Exchange-First Policy (Revenue Recovery)

Optimized to maximize exchanges over refunds. Reduces revenue loss.

RETURN & EXCHANGE POLICY

Return Window: 30 days from delivery
Our Commitment: We want you to love your purchase. If something isn't right, we'll make it right.

EXCHANGE BENEFITS (Recommended):
✓ FREE return shipping
✓ 15% bonus store credit
✓ Fast-track processing (24-48 hours)
✓ Keep shopping, no waiting for refunds

STANDARD REFUND:
- $7.99 return shipping fee
- 7-10 business day processing
- Original shipping non-refundable

HOW TO START A RETURN:
1. Visit [your-store.com/returns]
2. Enter order number and email
3. Select items
4. Choose your preferred resolution:
   • Exchange for different size/color (FREE shipping)
   • Exchange for store credit (+15% bonus, FREE shipping)
   • Refund to original payment ($7.99 shipping fee)

EXCHANGE OPTIONS:
- Variant Exchange: Different size or color of same item
- Product Exchange: Different item (we'll handle price difference)
- Store Credit: Get 15% extra to shop our full catalog

REFUND TIMELINE:
- Exchanges: 24-48 hour processing
- Store Credit: Instant upon return receipt
- Refunds: 7-10 business days

ITEM CONDITION:
- Must be unworn/unused with tags attached
- Original packaging preferred
- Items must be in resalable condition

NON-RETURNABLE ITEMS:
- Final sale items (marked at checkout)
- Gift cards
- Intimate apparel (hygiene reasons)

DEFECTIVE ITEMS:
- Free return shipping
- Immediate replacement or full refund
- Contact us with photos for fastest resolution

QUESTIONS?
Our team is here to help: support@[your-store].com

Last Updated: [Current Date]

Customization Tips

What to Replace

  • [your-store.com] → Your domain
  • [carrier] → USPS, UPS, FedEx, etc.
  • [Current Date] → Today's date
  • support@[your-store].com → Your email

Where to Add It

  • • Create a /pages/return-policy page in Shopify
  • • Add link to your footer navigation
  • • Include on product pages (optional)
  • • Send with order confirmation emails

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