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Privacy Policy

This policy shall come into force with effect from 00:00 hours of 26th July 2019

Shoption recognizes the importance of privacy as well as the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of personal information. This Privacy Policy applies to all products and services provided by Shoption and sets out how Shoption may collect, use and disclose information in relation to Users of the Platform. If you link to other web sites, please review the privacy policies posted on their sites. Please read this privacy policy before using the platform or submitting any personal information. By using the platform, you are accepting the practices described in this Privacy Policy. Any changes to this Privacy Policy will be posted and restated on the Platform. Once posted on the Platform the new Privacy Policy will be effective immediately. Your continued use of the Platform shall be deemed to be your acceptance to the provisions of the Privacy Policy. Certain features of the Platform may be unavailable. You are encouraged to review the Privacy Policy whenever you visit the platform to make sure that you understand how any personal information you provide will be used. Shoption's web site and its mobile application(s) (each a "Platform") allows the user(s)s to avail all the services available on platform. User may use Shoption's services and products via a mobile device either through mobile applications or mobile optimized websites. This Privacy Policy also applies to such use of Shoption's services and products. All capitalized terms not defined in this document shall have the meanings ascribed to them in the Terms Of Use of the Platform, which can be found here. Contracting entity shall be Shoption Private Limited (herein after referred to as 'Shoption' 'Platform' 'we' 'us' or 'our').

Collection of Information

Shoption does not collect more information from User than is necessary for platform to provide user(s) with Platform's services and to protect user(s) account. Information including, but not limited to, user(s) name, address(s), phone number(s), WhatsApp number(s), email address(s), gender, date and/or year of birth, contact book, browsing history, cookies, location and user(s) preferences ("Registration Information") may be collected at the time of user(s) registration and transaction(s) on the Platform. In connection with any communication or transaction and payment services or any other services that you may avail using the Platform, information, including but not limited to, bank account numbers, billing and delivery information, credit/debit card numbers and expiration dates and tracking information from Cheque or money orders ("Account Information") may be collected, among other things, to facilitate the sale and purchase as well as the settlement of services transacted on or through the Platform. Shoption record and retain details of User(s) activities on the Platform. Information relating to communication or transactions including, but not limited to, the types and specifications of the goods, pricing and delivery information, any dispute records and any information disclosed in any communication forum provided by us and/or other affiliated companies of Shoption ("Activities Information") may be collected as and when the communication and / or transactions are conducted through the Platform. Shoption record and retain records of users' browsing or buying activities on Platform including but not limited to IP addresses, browsing patterns and user behavioral patterns. In addition, we gather statistical information about the Platform and visitors to the Platform including, but not limited to, IP addresses, browser software, operating system, software and hardware attributes, pages viewed, number of sessions and unique visitors (together "Browsing Information"). Registration Information, Account Information, Activities Information, and Browsing Information are collectively referred to as User Data. It is mandatory for Users of the Platform to provide certain categories of User Data (as specified at the time of collection). In the event that Users do not provide any or sufficient User Data marked as mandatory, Shoption may not be able to complete the registration process or provide such Users with Shoption's products or services.

Use of User Data

If you provide any User Data to Shoption, you are deemed to have authorized Shoption to collect, retain and use that user data for the following purposes:

  • Verification of User(s) identity
  • Processing user(s) registration as a user(s), providing user(s) with a log-in ID for the platform and maintaining and managing user(s) registration
  • Providing user(s) with customer service and responding to user(s) queries, feedback, claims or disputes
  • To facilitate communication between user(s) on the Platform and / or processing user(s) transaction(s) on the Platform
  • Performing research or statistical analysis in order to improve the content and layout of the Platform, to improve Shoption's product offerings and services and for marketing and promotional purposes
  • Subject to applicable law, Shoption (including our affiliated companies and their designated service providers may use user(s) name, phone number(s), residential address(s), email address(s), fax number(s) and other data ("Marketing Data") to provide notices, surveys, product alerts, communications and other marketing materials to user(s) relating to products and services offered by Shoption or Shoption's affiliated companies
  • If user(s) voluntarily submit any user(s) information or other information to the Platform for publication on the Platform through the publishing tools, then user(s) are deemed to have given consent to the publication of such information on the Platform.
  • And making such disclosures as may be required for any of the above purposes or as required by law, regulations and guidelines or in respect of any investigations, claims or potential claims brought on or against us or against third parties.

Disclosure of User Data

  • User(s) further agrees that when necessary Shoption may disclose and transfer User Data to Shoption's affiliated companies and designated third party service providers (including but not limited to data entry, database management, promotions, products and services alerts, delivery services, payment extension services, authentication and verification services and logistics services) ("Service Providers"). These Service Providers are under a duty of confidentiality to Shoption and are only permitted to use User Data in connection with the purposes specified in clause 2 herein above.
  • When necessary Shoption may also disclose and transfer User Data to our professional advisers, law enforcement agencies, insurers, government and regulatory and other organizations.
  • All voluntary information uploaded by you on the Platform (including without limitation information about your products, images, remarks, feedbacks etc.) may be made publicly available on the Platform and therefore accessible by any internet user(s). Any voluntary information that user(s) disclose to Shoption becomes public information and user(s) relinquishes any proprietary rights (including but not limited to the rights of confidentiality and copyright) in such information. User(s) should exercise caution when deciding to include personal or proprietary information in the voluntary information that user(s) submits to Shoption or uploads on the Platform.
  • Shoption may share User Data with third parties, including without limitation, banks, financial institutions, credit agencies, or vendors to enable such third parties to offer their products or services to such Users. While Shoption shall endeavor to have in place internal procedures to keep user(s) data secure from intruders, there is no guarantee that such measures/procedures can eliminate all of the risks of theft, loss or misuse.
  • Shoption may establish relationships with other parties and websites to offer user(s) the benefit of products and services which Shoption does not offer. Shoption may offer you access to these other parties and/or their websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to the products and services enabled or facilitated by such third parties. The Privacy Policies of those other parties may differ from Shoption, and Shoption has no control over the information that user(s) may submit to those third parties. User(s) should read the relevant Privacy Policy for those Service Providers before responding to and availing any offers, products or services advertised or provided by those Service Providers.
  • Shoption may Collect Data in form of files for maintining user profile and for profile verification purpose and in shoption app we also have complaint section in that section users uploads supporting files as reference.

Right to update User Data

Under the applicable laws, user(s) have the right of access to personal information held by Shoption and to request updating / correcting the information.

Cookies

Shoption uses "cookies" to store specific information about User(s) and track User(s) visits to the Sites. A "cookie" is a small amount of data that is sent to User's browser and stored on User's device. If User(s) does not deactivate or erase the cookie, each time User(s) uses the same device to access the Platform, our services will be notified of User visit to the Platform and in turn Shoption may have knowledge of User(s) visit and the pattern of User's usage.

Generally, Shoption use cookies to identify User(s) and enable Shoption to

  • Access User's Registration Information or Account Information so user(s) do not have to re-enter it
  • Gather statistical information about usage by user(s)
  • Research visiting patterns and help target advertisements based on user(s) interests
  • Track progress and participation on the Platform

User(s) can determine if and how a cookie will be accepted by configuring the browser which is installed in User's device. If User(s) choose, User(s) can change those configurations. If User(s) reject all Cookies by choosing the cookie-disabling function, User(s) may be required to re-enter information on the Platform more often and certain features of the Platform may be unavailable.

Minors

The Platform and its contents are not targeted to minors (those under the age of 18). However, Shoption have no way of distinguishing the age of individuals who access our Platform. If a minor has provided Shoption with personal information without parental or guardian consent, the parent or guardian should contact Shoption's Legal Department to remove the information.

Security Measures

Shoption employs commercially reasonable security methods to prevent unauthorized access to the Platform, to maintain data accuracy and to ensure the correct use of the information Shoption hold. No data transmission over the internet or any wireless network can be guaranteed to be perfectly secure. As a result, while Shoption tries to protect the information Shoption holds, Shoption cannot guarantee the security of any information the User(s) transmits to Shoption and User(s) do so at their own risk.

Grievance Officer

In accordance with Information Technology Act 2000 and rules made there under, the name and contact details of the Grievance Officer are provided below:

Mr. Omkar Kale

Shoption, 5th floor, C- Building, Vatika, Panchshil Tech Park-1, Shasrinagar, Yerwada, Pune - 411006

Phone: +91-9114151617

Email: grievance-officer@shoption.in

Time: Mon - Sat (10:00 AM - 07:00 PM)

Refund & Cancellation Policy

1. Order(s) can be cancelled anytime before making payment, once payment is done order can not be cancelled.

2. Order(s) cancellation can be done anytime before making payment by clicking cancel order button.

 

RETURN & REFUND POLICY

1. We do not accept any return of product however replacement of product can be done if in case of wrong product delivered or confirmed faulty by manufacturer as per service policy of manufacturer;

2. All items to be replaced must be unused and in their original condition with all original tags and packaging intact.

3. For replacement of your order, please follow the following steps.

  • Login to Your account;
  • Go to My Orders;
  • Select the items that you want to replace;
  • Click on “Replace”;
  • Fill in the appropriate reason for replacement;
  • You will receive a replacement confirmation via email;
  • You will get a replacement once your order is picked up & checked for quality subject to applicable exceptions or replacement charges as per manufacturers policy of replacement;

 

RETURN PICK-UP

  • We send the replacement pick-up request to our logistics partners as soon as we receive the replacement request from you;
  • Our logistics partner will pick up the product/s within 3-4 days of receiving the request.
  • Our logistics partner shall make two attempts to pick up the product/s. If the item is not picked up in the second attempt, the replacement shall be considered complete at our end.
  • Please keep the shipment ready as detailed above and ensure that You return all items for which the request was raised. If you fail to do so, the replacement option may not be available to You in the future, the discretion of which shall lie completely with the company.
  • If you receive a message that ‘Pickup service is not available‘, we request you to send the product to our warehouse using a courier company available in your location. Please ensure that the products are in unused condition with their original packaging and tags intact. Also, please ensure that you insert the “Return Slip” which is a part of the invoice along with the product that is shipped. In the absence of the return slip in the courier, we will not be able to process the replacement. After sending the shipment, please upload the shipment details through the ‘My Returns’ functionality on our website;
  • You will see a message ‘Self-ship details pending’ for returns where you are yet to submit the shipment details. Please note it is mandatory to submit the self-ship details to get a refund for the returned item. Once we receive the returned items in our warehouse, we will refund the amount of the items and also the amount that you spent on sending the item to our warehouse.
  • When you get to see the message ‘Pickup service is not available’ message, please send the product/s to our warehouse address mentioned in the return slip.

Return & Undelivered Shipment Policy

This policy shall come into force with effect from 00:00 hours of 26th July 2019.

This Return and Undelivered Shipments Policy ("Policy") governs the return request raised by the Buyer(s), undelivered shipments to Buyer(s) and or Seller(s) in accordance with the terms of this Policy ("Return Request ") and the mechanism for resolution of disputes raised by the Buyer(s) and or Seller(s) in relation to the Return Request and Undelivered shipment.

Any capitalized terms used herein this Policy and not defined explicitly shall have the same meaning as defined in the the Terms Of Use Policy Terms of Use, as amended from time to time.

The Users understand that Shoption Private Limited (hereinafter referred to as ‘platform’, ‘we', ‘us’, ’our’) is an intermediary platform and shall mediate the Return Request and Undelivered Shipment without being liable to any loss occurred to Seller(s) and or Buyer(s). Our decisions in this regard will be final and binding on both Buyer(s) and Seller(s). It shall be sole responsibility of the Seller(s) and or Buyer(s) to resolve the issues/ concerns raised by the Buyer(s) and or Seller(s) pertaining to the Return Request and or Undelivered Shipment.

We shall not assume any liability for any failure on the part of the Buyer(s) and or Seller(s) to resolve the Return Request and or Undelivered Shipment raised by the Buyer(s) and or Seller(s).

We may modify this Policy from time to time, and any such changes will be reflected on the Platform and be effective immediately upon the changes being reflected on the Platform. Users agree to be bound to any such changes or modifications and understand and accept the importance of regularly reviewing the Policy as updated on the Platform from time to time.

 

Return Request

The Buyer(s) may raise a Return Request on the Platform for any one of the following reasons:

  • Wrong Product(s)
  • Product(s) is physically damaged but not in-transit.
  • Part of the Order/ Product(s) is found to be missing due to reasons attributable to the Seller(s)

Without prejudice to the foregoing, the Buyer(s) may raise a Return Request for the following reasons ("Logistics RVP"):

  • Part of the Order/ Product(s) are found to be missing due to any reasons attributable to the logistics.
  • Product was damaged in-transit

At the time of making a Return Request on the Platform, Buyer(s) will be required to provide appropriate supporting documentation/ proof including without limitation.

  • Images of the Product(s) indicating the issue in the Product/ shipment delivered. The images need to capture the following: (a) the shipping label with Order ID; (b) Order details; (c) packed shipment; (d) issue observed by the Buyer(s) in the Product; (e) damages to the Product; and/or (f) the IMEI number (in case the Product carry’s it.)
  • Unboxing/ normal video clip indicating the issues in the Product/ shipment delivered. The video clip needs to capture all sides of the package, order details, shipping label, quantity of the Product, damages in the Product, IMEI number (in case the Product carry’s it.), any tampering with the outer box etc.
  • Copy of bill/ tax invoice for the Product received.

If any further information or clarification is required from the Buyer(s), we will contact the Buyer(s). Upon receipt of a Return Request from the Buyer(s), we will internally scrutinize the Return Request raised by the Buyer(s). The Return Request raised by the Buyer(s) will either be approved or rejected by us. Our decision with approval or rejection of return request will be final and binding on both Buyer(s) and Seller(s).

 

Decision on the Return Requests

Basis our internal scrutiny of the Return Request raised by the Buyer(s), any of the following may occur:

Approval of the Return Request

  • In this case, Seller(s) will dispatch correct healthy products full quantity as per order or difference quantity ( ordered – (minus) received by Buyer(s) ) whichever is applicable and the Reverse Shipment will be shipped to the Seller(s) in case of faulty or wrong products. Seller(s) will dispatch this shipment within 4 days of such communication to Seller(s) from our side, if Seller(s) fails to do so, we may charge & recover penalty of upto this original disputed order amount from Seller(s) and we will create a demand note of paid amount (to the Seller(s) from us for this original disputed order ) on Seller(s). Seller(s) must pay this demanded amount to us within 24 hours of such communication to Seller(s). Complete Logistic charges of this new shipments will be borne by the Seller(s). No full and or partial refund will be processed to Buyer(s) against this original disputed order. In case if Seller(s) fails to dispatch this shipment within forty five (45) days, we may take decision on full and or partial refund based on Seller(s) payment to us which will be binding on Seller(s).
  • If we determine that the Return Request is a Logistics RVP, in such case,
  • a. We will check if packing instructions (as per Packing Instructions) are being followed by Seller(s). If not, then we will initiate as per above mentioned clause Approval of the Return Request 1.1
  • b. If we determine that the Return Request is a Logistics RVP, we will initiate insurance claim on damaged Return Requested Order(s)/ Product(s), it is binding on Seller(s) & Buyer(s) to cooperate by providing all documents asked by us and or third party service providers. Subject to this insurance claim settlement, we will initiate full or partial payment to the Seller(s) and or full or partial refund to the Buyer(s). We shall have the right to proceed with the liquidation of this Return Requested Order(s)/Product(s). Our decisions in this regard will be final and binding on both Buyer(s) and Seller(s).
  • Rejection of the Return Request: The Return Request raised by Buyer(s) shall be rejected, in case of any of the following reasons
  • If we find Return Request by Buyer(s) to be false and or misleading and or supportive documents are insufficient, or Buyer(s) is unable to provide sufficient proof in support of the claim.
  • If the Buyer(s) does not respond to the inquiry calls and/or communication via other modes made by us to procure missing documentation and information in relation to the Return Request.
  • We may, in our sole discretion, check the contents of the Returned Shipment that are picked up from the Buyer(s), however, we shall not assume any responsibility or liability with respect to such verification of the Shipment. If we choose to do such verification, our check will be limited to checking that the Order(s)/Product(s) which are handed over to us match the description of the Products, quantity, color, size, and/ or brand with the Order(s)/Product(s) for which Return Request has been raised. Buyer(s)'s Return Request shall automatically stand cancelled in case the Order(s)/Product(s) handed over to us do not pass the verification check. We will not entertain any further Return Request in case of any cancellation due to verification check.

 

Delivery of Reverse Shipment to the Seller(s)

Once the Return Request raised by the Buyer(s) is accepted, logistic partner will pick up the Shipment from the Buyer(s) ("Reverse Shipment")

The Reverse Shipment will be delivered to the Seller(s) by logistic partner. We will endeavor to make the first attempt to deliver the Reverse Shipment to the Seller(s) within two to forty five (2-45) days from the date of receipt of Reverse Shipment from the Buyer(s).

  • For any delay in making the first attempt to deliver the Reverse Shipment beyond the said timeline due to reasons solely attributable to logistic partner, we shall communicate such delay to the Seller(s) within reasonable time. In case of unavoidable circumstances or occurrence of a force majeure event or any event beyond our reasonable control, timelines shall stand extended. The Seller(s) will be bound to accept the delivery of Reverse Shipment and sign the proof of delivery (POD).
  • If we are unable to deliver the Reverse Shipment to the Seller(s) due to Seller(s)'s or its representative's unavailability at the delivery location on the first attempt, our logistic partner will make a maximum of two (2) more attempts to deliver the Reverse Shipment. We will endeavor to attempt delivery within the next forty-eight (48) hours from the last delivery attempt. Our Returns team will contact the Seller(s) to arrange for delivery of the Reverse Shipment. If despite our reasonable efforts, we are unable to deliver the Reverse Shipment to the Seller(s) in the third attempt, the Reverse Shipment will be transferred to our liquidation hub for liquidation. We will not be liable to pay the Seller(s) for the shipment and or any amount received after the liquidation.
  • We will return the Undelivered Shipment to the Seller(s) on an 'as is' basis i.e., in the same condition as it is received by us from the Consignee. If required, at the time of delivery of the Reverse Shipment to the Seller(s), our logistic partner will open the Reverse Shipment at Seller(s)'s location and the Seller(s) will be bound to accept such shipment in an open condition. The Seller(s) agrees to allow logistic partner to take photos, videos, etc. of the opened Reverse Shipment. The Seller(s) further acknowledges and undertakes that such photos, videos, etc. and/or remarks by our logistic partner with respect to the Reverse Shipment ("Evidence") shall be used by us at the time of settling disputes (if any) that may be raised by the Seller(s) with respect to the Reverse Shipment. We may ask the Seller(s) to provide or submit additional documents in support of the dispute raised as per the terms of this Policy.
  • At the time of delivery of the Reverse Shipment to the Seller(s) or any of the Seller(s)'s representatives, our logistic partner will require the Seller(s) to acknowledge the delivery of the same by signing on the proof of delivery document (POD). Seller(s) or its representative is required to sign on the POD and clearly call out the damage or tampering to the Reverse Shipment (if any).

 

At the time of receiving the Reverse Shipment, the Seller(s) or any of the Seller(s)'s representatives shall observe the following:

  • Shall not detain our logistic partner for any reason whatsoever
  • Any tampering, pilferage, Products received are wrong, Difference in the quantity or damage to the Reverse Shipment at the time of receiving the Reverse Shipment from us shall be written on the POD and the same shall be reported to us within 24 hours from the receipt of delivery of Reverse Shipment by mailing POD to us at [email protected] with subject Reverse Shipment Damage. If Seller(s) fails to notify us with all proofs within 24 hours, it shall be deemed as accepted by the Seller(s) without any damage or fault. Any grievances/ concerns received from the Seller(s) beyond the aforesaid timeline shall not be entertained by us.
  • In the resolution of your request for damage in Reverse Shipment our decision shall be final and binding on Seller(s).
  • The Seller(s) are bound to accept the delivery of Reverse Shipment. However, despite our reasonable efforts to deliver the Reverse Shipment, if the Seller(s) refuse to take delivery of the Reverse Shipment, we reserve our right to move the Reverse Shipment to our liquidation hub and liquidate or dispose off such Reverse Shipment in any manner as we may deem fit in our sole discretion.
  • If it is found that the Seller(s) has misbehaved with our customer support team or forcefully detained or misbehaved with our logistic partner, we reserve the right to not deliver the Reverse Shipment and deduct & adjust the value of the Reverse Shipment from the Seller(s) sale proceeds. We further reserve the right to take appropriate action against the Seller(s) as per applicable laws.

The Seller(s)/Buyer(s) further agrees that our decision with this regard shall be final and binding.

The raising of a Return Request and dispute resolution is a mechanism of user protection and is subjected to guidelines of fair use. If we in our opinion become suspicious or become aware of any misuse of this Policy or the Platform by any User, we may notify such User for a change in applicability of our Policy. The User agrees to be bound to any changes or modifications made to this Policy as may be updated on the Platform, from time to time or any additional terms that may be communicated to the User, from time to time.

 

Undelivered Shipment

  • Delivery of Shipment to Buyer(s)
  • Shoption Private Limited or our third party logistics partner (hereinafter referred to as “we”, or “us” or “our”) will attempt to deliver the Shipment to the Buyer(s) for a maximum of two (2) attempts. However, in case of the occurrence of any one of the following event, we shall make no more than two (2) attempts to deliver the Shipment:
  • Consignee refuses to accept the Shipment in first and or second
  • Address of the Consignee is not found despite two (2) attempts to deliver the Shipment
  • Buyer(s) asks us to hold the Shipment for delivery for more than five (5) days
  • In the event, we receive a request from the Buyer(s) to hold the Shipment for onward delivery to the Consignee, we may do so only for a maximum period of five (5) days from the date of first attempt to deliver the Shipment, subject to availability of space in our and or third party logistics’ hub. Buyer(s) is liable to pay us and or our third party logistics’ hub charges. We may in our sole and absolute discretion accept or decline such request to hold the Shipment for Delivery at a future date. In case we decline such request to hold Shipment, we will consider the said Shipment as an Undelivered Shipment in terms of this Policy.
  • Despite our reasonable efforts to deliver the Shipment to the Buyer(s), in some cases, there may be a delivery failure for various reasons, including without limitation:
  • Consignee refuses to take delivery of the Shipment
  • Consignee is unavailable at the delivery address to receive the Shipment
  • Consignee does not have enough cash to make payment for the Shipment
  • Consignee is not reachable at the time of delivery, or requests for future delivery attempts
  • Such other scenarios which are beyond our reasonable control.

 

The Shipment in each of the above cases shall be referred to as “Undelivered Shipment”

In certain exceptional scenarios, where we have been given incorrect delivery address or where the delivery location is in a non-serviceable zone, i.e., where we are not able to deliver due to unforeseen circumstances or service unavailability, for such Shipment we will not attempt delivery to Buyer(s), and such Shipment shall also be deemed to be an Undelivered Shipment for the purposes of this Policy.

The Buyer(s) are bound to accept the delivery of the Shipment. However, despite our reasonable efforts to deliver the shipments, if it is converting to Undelivered Shipment, we reserve our right to move the Undelivered Shipment to our liquidation hub and liquidate or dispose of such Undelivered Shipment in any manner as we may deem fit in our sole discretion. Buyer(s) and or Seller(s) holds no right to ask us about such Undelivered Shipments. We shall not be liable to refund amount against the order raised by the Buyer(s) for the Undelivered Shipment or money received from liquidation of this Undelivered Shipment to the Buyer(s). We shall not entertain any claims brought by the Buyer(s) with respect to such Undelivered Shipment and the Buyer(s) agrees that the Buyer(s) shall not be entitled to receive any money or amount that we may receive from liquidation of such Undelivered Shipment.

 

Return of Undelivered Shipment to the Seller(s)

We will return the Undelivered Shipment to the Seller(s) on an 'as is' basis i.e., in the same condition as it is received by us from the Consignee. If required, at the time of delivery of the Reverse Shipment to the Seller(s), our logistic partner will open the Reverse Shipment at Seller(s)'s location and the Seller(s) will be bound to accept such shipment in an open condition. The Seller(s) agrees to allow logistic partner to take photos, videos, etc. of the opened Reverse Shipment. The Seller(s) further acknowledges and undertakes that such photos, videos, etc. and/or remarks by our logistic partner with respect to the Reverse Shipment ("Evidence") shall be used by us at the time of settling disputes (if any) that may be raised by the Seller(s) with respect to the Reverse Shipment. We may ask the Seller(s) to provide or submit additional documents in support of the dispute raised as per the terms of this Policy.

In case of any delay in delivery of Undelivered Shipment to the Seller(s) due to any force majeure event or reasons beyond our reasonable control, the timelines mentioned here shall stand extended and we will endeavor to update and send communications to the Seller(s) along with the updated timelines for delivery of the Undelivered Shipment.

Seller(s) (or it’s representative) while accepting the delivery of Undelivered Shipment will be required to sign and attach a seal of the Seller(s)’s company/ LLP/ firm, as the case maybe, on the proof of delivery (POD).

 

At the time of receiving the Undelivered Shipment, please keep in mind the following:

  • We do not provide any open box delivery to anyone
  • Seller(s) will not detain our field executive for any reason whatsoever
  • Seller(s) will clearly mention about any tampering, pilferage, or damage to the Shipment on POD at the time of receiving the Undelivered Shipment from us and immediately raise concerns within the timelines mentioned in this Policy.
  • Our executive will not wait for more than 10 minutes at the Seller(s)’s premises
  • Our executive may ask the Seller(s) to open the Shipment in case the Seller(s) writes on the POD that the Undelivered Shipment is tampered or damaged to validate the Seller(s)’s claim

The Seller(s) are bound to accept the delivery of Undelivered Shipment. However, if the Seller(s) refuses to accept delivery of the Undelivered Shipment or if the Seller(s) shop/Warehouse/Manufacturing unit/ company/hub/ is closed, we shall make a maximum of two (2) more attempts to deliver the Undelivered Shipment to the Seller(s) within two (2) days from the date of first attempt. Our team will contact the Seller(s) to arrange for delivery of the Undelivered Shipment. Please take note that we will keep such Undelivered Shipment at the hub for a total period of five (5) days and it will attract additional cost to Seller(s).

 

Refusal to accept Undelivered Shipment by the Seller(s)

If after the two (2) attempts to deliver the Undelivered Shipment to the Seller(s), as mentioned above, the Seller(s) refuses to take delivery of the Undelivered Shipment or we are unable to deliver the Undelivered Shipment, the Seller(s) agrees and acknowledges that we shall be entitled to move the Undelivered Shipment to our liquidation hub and liquidate or dispose off such Undelivered Shipment, in any manner as we may deem fit in our sole discretion. In case of any payment made by us against this Undelivered Shipment, the Seller(s) is liable to repay us an entire amount which has been paid to the Seller(s) against this material within 24 hours of such communication to Seller(s) from us.

We shall not be liable to pay or refund (whichever is applicable or both) against the invoice raised by the Seller(s) for the Undelivered Shipment or pay any money received from liquidation of Undelivered Shipment to the Seller(s). We shall not entertain any claims brought by the Seller(s) with respect to such Undelivered Shipment and the Seller(s) agrees that the Seller(s) shall not be entitled to receive any money or amount that we may receive from liquidation of such Undelivered Shipment.

 

Process of Claims by the Seller(s)

  • If the Seller(s) finds the Undelivered Shipment to be tampering, pilferage, products received are wrong, difference in the quantity or damage or not in a good condition, the Seller(s) can mention such details on the POD and can raise grievances/ concerns by mailing us at [email protected] with respect to the Undelivered Shipment within 24 hours from receipt of delivery of the Undelivered Shipment, failing which the Undelivered Shipment shall be deemed as accepted by the Seller(s) without any damage or fault. Any grievances/ concerns received from the Seller(s) beyond the aforesaid timeline shall not be entertained by us. Our decision in this regard shall be final and binding on the Seller(s).
  • Any POD without Seller(s) or Seller(s) representatives' signatures and seal of the company/ LLP/ firm will not be considered while investigating into and validating the claims raised.
  • Please take note that if it is found that the Seller(s) writes on the POD for every Undelivered Shipment received by the Seller(s) to be 'damage/doubtful/tampered', irrespective of whether such Shipment is damaged, tampered then we will consider such concern raised by the Seller(s) as null and all such claims will be rejected. Our decision in this regard shall be final and binding on the Seller(s).
  • Upon receipt of the complaint or dispute on the mail, our dispute team will get in touch with the Seller(s) to resolve the concerns or disputes. Please take note that only claims for such Shipments that meet our packaging guidelines will be entertained. If our team finds your claim to be valid, we will refund partial or full payment to you subject to insurance claim settlement. Seller(s) agrees that our decisions in this regard will be final and binding on the Seller(s).
  • ​ The Seller(s) agrees to co-operate with us while investigating the claim raised by the Seller(s) and provide us necessary documents or information which we may require to investigate into the issue or concern raised by the Seller(s) within 24 hours from requesting such document/ information. The Seller(s) further agrees that our decision with respect to the investigation shall be final and binding.
  • We may require certain documents/ information from the Seller(s)’s end in support of the claim, at the time of raising a claim or post submission of the claim.

 

These documents/proof in support of the claim may, include without limitation:

  • Unpacking/ normal video clip indicating the issues in the Undelivered Shipment. The video clip needs to capture all sides of the package, return ID, AWB number, shipping label, quantity of the returned product, damages in the Product, IMEI number (in case of smartphones), any tampering with the outer box etc. We may also ask for the CCTV footage of the unpacking video
  • Copy of the invoice raised by the Seller(s)
  • ​​Images of the damaged / wrong product received. Images capturing all the sides of the product needs to be provided
  • Packing video (CCTV footage) of the Order when it was being prepared to be shipped to the Buyer(s), if required
  • Upon receipt of the Seller(s)’s claim and necessary documentation in support of the claim, Subject to this insurance claim settlement, we will initiate Full or partial Payment to the Seller(s) and or full or partial refund to the Buyer(s). We shall have the right to proceed with the liquidation of this original disputed orders Product(s). Our decisions in this regard will be final and binding on both Buyer(s) and Seller(s).
  • We reserve the right to reject the dispute raised by the Seller(s), if we in our opinion become suspicious or become aware of any misuse of this Policy or the Platform by the Seller(s) or where the Seller(s) is marked as a "Flagged Seller(s)".

For the purposes of this Policy, Flagged Seller(s) shall mean to include:

  • Any Seller(s) that misuses the Platform in any manner whatsoever;
  • Any Seller(s) who disputes frequently, where such disputes are found to be non-genuine or suspicious; and/or
  • ​​Any Seller(s) who has been found to be in non-compliance of the Terms and other returns policies that may be communicated to the Seller(s), from time to time.

 

Other Provisions

Random Audits by the hub or security team will be carried out at the Seller(s)’s premises to ensure Seller(s)’s compliance with the Terms. If any non-compliance to any of our policies or any other kind is found we may reject future claims from the Seller(s) and may recover any amount processed as refund before.

Product Listing Policy

This policy shall come into force with effect from 00:00 hours of 26th July 2019

Seller(s) are allowed to list Products(s) for sale on the Platform subject to compliance with these Seller Terms. Seller(s) must be legally able to sell the Products(s) Seller(s) list for sale on the Platform. Seller(s) must ensure that the listed product(s) do not infringe upon the intellectual property and/or trade secret and/or other proprietary rights and/or rights of publicity and/or privacy rights of third parties.

All listed Product(s) must be listed in an appropriate category on the Platform. All listed Product(s) must be kept in stock for successful fulfilment of sales. Seller(s) agrees to adhere to the listing guidelines that may be communicated to Seller(s) by Shoption, from time to time.

Listing(s) may only include text description(s) and/or graphic(s) and/or picture(s) that describe Seller(s) Product(s) for sale. The listing(s) description of the Product(s) must not be misleading and must describe actual details and condition of the Product(s). If the Product(s) description does not match the actual condition of the product(s), Seller(s) agrees to refund any amounts that Seller(s) may have received from Shoption and/or Buyer(s).

Seller(s) represent, warrant and agree that Seller(s) will avail the Services of the Platform only for the business and commercial purposes.

Seller(s) is well aware that it’s Seller(s) prime responsibility to give proper after sales support within & after guaranty or warranty period, in any case whatsoever Seller(s) will not deny to serve the Buyer(s). Shoption will never be held responsible for any kind of after sales support by Seller(s) and/or Buyer(s).

Seller(s) agrees that Shoption team and/or Platform and/or Software is giving approval to Brand(s) and/or Product(s) and Shoption team and/or Platform and/or Software reserves the right to disable and/or remove Product(s) listed on the platform that may seem unfit for sale on the platform at our sole discretion.

Seller(s) agrees that Shoption will be just supporting Seller(s) in good faith for Product(s) onboarding and Shoption team and/or software can’t be held responsible for anything.

Seller(s) may not post any content and/or sell any item(s) on the Platform that is restricted or prohibited by a federal, state or local law in India. Posting any content and/or listing any item(s) below are specifically prohibited unless expressly permitted in writing by Shoption. HOWEVER, THIS LIST IS NOT INTENDED TO BE EXHAUSTIVE AND MERELY INDICATIVE.

Shoption has chosen to also prohibit the posting of item(s) which may not be restricted or prohibited by law but are nonetheless controversial including: Item(s) that encourage illegal activities, Item(s) that are racially and/or religiously and/or ethnically derogatory and/or that promote hatred and/or violence and/o racial and/or religious intolerance; Giveaways and/or lotteries and/or raffles and/or contests and/or Stocks and/or bonds and/or investment interests and/or other securities and/or pornographic materials and/or items that are sexual in nature and/or items that do not offer physical product(s) or service, such as digital currencies and/or advertisements solely for the purpose of collecting user information.

Shoption reserves the right to impose additional restrictions and prohibitions.

  • Drug(s), drug paraphernalia and tobacco product(s)
  • Explosive, hazardous chemical(s) and firearm(s)
  • Government, law enforcement and military issued item(s)
  • Adult and obscene material(s)
  • Circumvention device(s) and other equipment used for illicit purposes
  • Illegal services
  • Currency in any form
  • Collection(s), Artifact(s) and Precious metal(s)
  • Human part(s), human remain(s), protected flora and fauna and animal(s)
  • Medical and surgical product(s)
  • Offensive material and information detrimental to National Security

 

Any and all unauthorized circumvention device(s) and/or product(s) not included above are also strictly prohibited.

We may modify this Policy from time to time, and any such changes will be reflected on the Platform and be effective immediately upon the changes being reflected on the Platform. Seller(s) agrees to be bound to any such changes or modifications and understand and accept the importance of regularly reviewing the Policy as updated on the Platform from time to time.

Credit Line Policy

This policy shall come into force with effect from 00:00 hours of 26th July 2019

By continuing and applying for credit through Shoption’s Credit Lending Partners you are agreeing to the terms mentioned in Credit Line Policy.

  • I hereby appoint Shoption as my lawful authorized representative in connection with my request for obtaining credit line from its Credit Lending Partners (“CLP”) which may include but not limited to collecting, receiving/ sharing and/or fetching my financial documents, credit information, CBIL, credit score.
  • I hereby grant my unambiguous, free and express consent to authorize and appoint Shoption to request credit line from CLPs by collecting, receiving/sharing and/or fetching my credit score and/ or a copy of my credit information report and/or financial documents and on my behalf;
  • I hereby grant my unambiguous, free and express consent to Shoption to share my request for credit with my financial documents and all requested document to CLPs to on my behalf;
  • I hereby grant my unambiguous, free and express consent to CLPs to evaluate and/or run my CIBIL to sanction credit against my request.
  • I hereby confirm, undertake, accept and agree that any action and/ or omission of Shoption in relation to my request for credit line, furnishing my financial documents, credit score and credit information report through Shoption shall be binding on me as though such actions had been carried out by me directly. I further confirm, undertake, accept and agree that I alone shall be solely responsible for such action and/or omission of Shoption;
  • I hereby declare that I have read and understood the terms and conditions provided in Shoption’s Terms of Service for Credit Line and the same are acceptable/ agreeable to me;
  • I fully understand that Shoption does not undertake to rectify, modify, change or improve my credit score and/ or credit information the credit line request and I shall not make any claims in this regard, whatsoever;
  • I hereby declare that I shall not hold Shoption responsible for any loss, claim, liability, or damage of any kind whatsoever, resulting from/ arising out of/ in any way related to: (a) delivery/supply/transfer and/or furnishing my credit score and credit information to me through Shoption; (b) delivery/supply/transfer and/or furnishing my credit score and credit information to Shoption; (c) any breach/ alleged breach of confidentiality or privacy in relation to delivery/ supply/ transfer and/or furnishing of my credit score and credit information report by the CLPs to Shoption; (d) any use of credit score and/ or credit information made by Shoption which may be contrary to any agreement entered into between Shoption and CLP(s) but authorized and accepted by me under this authorization letter and Shoption’s Terms of Service for Credit Line. (e) Responsible for payments/interest/late payment charges on the credit line against any cancel/refund/dispute order from Shoption platform; (f) legal action taken from borrower and/or CLPs against each other.
  • I declare that I have read and understood the contents of this credit line policy and agree to be bound by the same.

 

Signed and consented by me:

Date & Time:

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