Shipping Policy

Effective Date: [DATE] | Last Updated: [DATE]

1. Shipping Costs

• Domestic (India): Free on all orders
• International: Free on all orders
• Express Shipping: Available at checkout (additional fee)
• No Hidden Charges: All costs shown before payment

2. Processing Time

Orders are processed and shipped within:

• Standard: 1-3 business days
• Peak Seasons: May take up to 5 business days
• Weekends/Holidays: Not counted as business days

Processing time begins after payment is confirmed and verified.

3. Estimated Delivery Times

Note: These are estimates only. Actual delivery times may vary due to carrier delays, customs, or unforeseen circumstances.

4. Delivery Address

Important requirements for your delivery address:

• Must be accurate and complete
• Must include street address, city, state, postal code, country
• Must include a valid phone number for courier contact
• If incorrect, contact us immediately (before shipment)
• We are not liable for delivery to wrong addresses

5. Shipping Carriers

We ship through reputable carriers including:

• FedEx
• UPS
• DHL
• Local couriers (by region)
• Postal services (by region)

Carrier selection depends on destination and service level.

6. Tracking Your Order

• Tracking number provided via email upon shipment
• Tracking is updated automatically by carrier
• You can track in your account under “Orders”
• Click tracking number to see real-time updates
• Tracking updates may take 24 hours to appear

7. Customs and Duties

For international orders:

• Recipient (you) is responsible for any customs duties
• We provide necessary customs documentation
• Customs clearance may delay delivery
• Customs fees are collected by carrier or upon delivery
• We cannot predict or prepay customs charges

8. Risk of Loss

• Risk transfers to you when package is handed to carrier
• We are not responsible for carrier loss or damage
• Purchase a shipping insurance add-on if concerned (optional)
• File claim with carrier for lost/damaged packages

9. Delivery Attempts

If carrier cannot deliver:

• Carrier will attempt 2-3 deliveries
• You will receive notice of attempted delivery
• Package held at local facility (typically 15 days)
• Contact carrier to reschedule or collect
• Unclaimed packages returned to us (refund issued)

10. Damaged Packages

If your package arrives damaged:

1. Do not refuse delivery (accept package)
2. Note “Damaged” on delivery receipt
3. Take photos of damage immediately
4. Email support@trade.bargains within 24 hours with:
   • Order number
   • Photos of external and internal damage
   • Delivery receipt showing damage note
5. We will file claim with carrier or replace item

11. Lost Packages

If your package does not arrive:

1. Wait until after estimated delivery date
2. Check tracking for status (may show “Delivered”)
3. Contact carrier to investigate
4. If confirmed lost, contact us with:
   • Order number
   • Tracking number
   • Carrier confirmation of loss
5. We will file claim or send replacement

12. Delivery Exceptions

We cannot guarantee delivery for:

• Remote areas (islands, mountains, rural locations)
• Military bases or government facilities
• PO boxes (unless specified at checkout)
• Incomplete or incorrect addresses
• Countries with restrictions on certain goods

Contact us before ordering if your address may have special requirements.

13. Signature and Proof of Delivery

• Signature may be required for high-value items
• Carrier will collect signature upon delivery
• If no one available, package held for pickup
• Proof of delivery provided in tracking

14. Holiday and Weather Delays

Delivery may be delayed due to:

• National or local holidays
• Severe weather
• Government strikes or actions
• Carrier facility issues
• Customs backlogs

We are not liable for delays beyond our control.

15. Environmental Packaging

• We use recyclable and eco-friendly packaging
• Unnecessary plastic minimized
• Packaging may be reused or recycled

16. Undeliverable Orders

If order cannot be delivered:

• We attempt contact via email and phone
• If unable to contact for 30 days, order is returned
• Full refund issued (minus return shipping)
• Responsibility to maintain current contact info is yours

17. Contact for Shipping Issues

Related Pages

• Refund and Returns
• Terms and Conditions
• Payment Policy
• FAQ
• Contact Us