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Return window
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Plain-language definition
Plain-language definition
The period during which an eligible purchase can be returned.
Why it matters
Buyers need the start date and deadline before deciding whether a remedy is available.
Technical detail
A return window begins from a specified event, such as delivery, and works with condition, authorization, shipping-cost, restocking, and exception rules.
Examples
- A listing allows returns within 30 days after confirmed delivery.
Related terms
Sources and review
Reviewed July 12, 2026 by [email protected]. Next review due July 11, 2027.
- Online Shopping — United States Federal Trade Commission Accessed 7/11/2026
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