Refunds & Returns Policy
Last updated: 09/12/2025
1) Overview
Most products sold by SquareSole are made to order (print-on-demand). To keep quality high and reduce waste, production begins shortly after you place an order. Because of this, our policy is designed to be fair to customers while remaining sustainable for a made-to-order model.
2) Made-to-Order (POD) items
- POD items are produced specifically for you and are not stocked.
- We happily fix our errors (misprint, flawed stitching, wrong item) with a free replacement or a refund.
- Changes of mind (style/size/color) after production begins aren’t eligible for refunds, but see Exchanges.
3) Defects, damage, or misprint (on us)
If something arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, we’ll make it right.
- Tell us within 7 days of delivery for domestic orders (30 days for international).
- Please include: order number, brief description, and photos of the defect and the shipping label.
- We will replace the item at no cost or issue a full refund (your choice). In many cases you won’t need to mail the item back.
4) Exchanges (size/color)
We offer an easy exchange flow to keep you happy with your fit.
- Window: request within 30 days of delivery.
- Condition: unworn, unwashed, unaltered, with tags/packaging.
- How it works: we’ll provide instructions to send your original back. Once scanned in transit, we’ll queue the replacement or issue store credit so you can reorder quickly.
- Return shipping: customer-paid for size/color exchanges. (Defects are on us.)
5) Change-of-mind returns
- Window: request within 30 days of delivery.
- Eligibility: unworn, unwashed, unaltered, in original packaging. We reserve the right to refuse items that show wear.
- Refund type: store credit to maximize sustainability and keep pricing fair. Original shipping is non-refundable.
- Return shipping: customer-paid for change-of-mind returns.
6) Non-returnable items
- Customized/personalized items once produced (unless defective).
- Final-sale or clearance items marked “Final Sale.”
- Gift cards and downloadable/digital products.
- Worn, washed, or hygiene-sensitive items that show use.
7) How to start a return or exchange
- Email privacy@squaresole.ai (subject: Return or Exchange) with your order number and reason, plus photos for any defect claim.
- We’ll reply with an RMA number and instructions. Returns sent without an RMA may be refused.
- Pack items securely; include the RMA inside the parcel.
8) Refund method & timing
- Defects/our error: full refund to original payment or free replacement.
- Change-of-mind: store credit (issued when the return carrier scan shows the parcel in transit or when received, depending on the carrier used).
- Please allow 5–10 business days after receipt/scan for processing. Your bank or card issuer may take additional time.
9) Order changes & cancellations
- 2-hour grace period after purchase to request changes or cancellation. After production begins, cancellations aren’t guaranteed.
- If we can stop production, we’ll cancel and refund; otherwise we can help with an exchange after delivery.
10) Lost/late deliveries
- If tracking shows “delivered” but you can’t locate the package, check with household members/neighbors and your local carrier first.
- Report as soon as possible: within 14 days of the carrier’s “delivered” scan for domestic orders (30 days for international). We’ll assist with a carrier trace and make it right where appropriate.
- Refused or unclaimed parcels can be reshipped (reship fee applies) or refunded as store credit less original shipping.
11) International orders
- Duties/taxes are set by your country and are non-refundable by us.
- For returns from outside the U.S., customers cover return shipping. We currently do not provide prepaid labels outside the U.S.
12) Contact
We’re here to help. Email us at squaresole.ai@gmail.com with your order number.