{"id":831,"date":"2025-10-31T13:33:24","date_gmt":"2025-10-31T13:33:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/baldins.co.za\/tf\/?page_id=831"},"modified":"2026-01-22T15:01:40","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T13:01:40","slug":"returns-warranty-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/baldins.co.za\/tf\/returns-warranty-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Returns &amp; Warranty Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"831\" class=\"elementor elementor-831\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ad19fab e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1ad19fab\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6a0ae380 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6a0ae380\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><strong><strong>Baldins Tech Finder<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Last updated:<\/strong>&nbsp;January 22, 2026<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>At <strong>Baldins Tech Finder<\/strong>, we want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. Our goal is to make returns simple and fair while ensuring all customers are treated with honesty and respect.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><strong>7-Day Return Policy<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You may return most items within <strong>7 days<\/strong> of receiving them, as long as:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>The product is <strong>in the same condition<\/strong> as when it arrived.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>It is <strong>unused<\/strong>, <strong>undamaged<\/strong>, and still in its <strong>original packaging<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>All accessories, manuals, and promotional items are included.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Return shipping is at the customer\u2019s expense, and original shipping fees are non-refundable.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Please note that <strong>any physical damage<\/strong>, <strong>scratches<\/strong>, or signs of misuse will <strong>void your return eligibility<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:separator --><\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><!-- \/wp:separator --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><strong>How to Log a Return<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:list {\"ordered\":true} --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol><!-- wp:list-item --><\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Email us at <strong><a>btf@baldins.co.za<\/a><\/strong> with your order number and a short description of the issue.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>We\u2019ll review your request and guide you through the return process.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>Please pack your product securely with the <strong>invoice included<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li>We recommend using a <strong>tracked and insured courier service<\/strong>, as we can\u2019t take responsibility for lost or damaged parcels in transit.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Refunds and Exchanges<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Non-defective products may be exchanged or returned for <strong>store credit<\/strong> (or cash if applicable) if they meet our return conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Returns not in original condition (e.g. opened packaging, missing parts) may incur a <strong>depreciation fee of up to 50%<\/strong>, depending on the item\u2019s condition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Refunds will be processed within <strong>7\u201321 working days<\/strong> after inspection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Warranty Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>We stand behind the quality of every product we sell.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Local stock items<\/strong> include the standard <strong>manufacturer\u2019s warranty<\/strong>, typically 6\u201324 months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Local stock items<\/strong> will be clearly marked as local stock.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><b>Imported items<\/b> carry a <b>30-day out-of-box warranty<\/b> provided by Baldins Tech Finder. Any additional manufacturer warranty, where applicable, is product and region dependent and is not guaranteed unless explicitly stated on the product page.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>If your device develops a hardware fault during the warranty period, contact us at <strong><a>btf@baldins.co.za<\/a><\/strong> with a description and photos where possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Please note that <strong>physical damage<\/strong>, <strong>liquid damage<\/strong>, <strong>removal of serial numbers<\/strong>, or <strong>unauthorized repairs<\/strong> will void the warranty.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Wrong or Damaged Deliveries<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you receive the wrong item or it arrives damaged:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Notify us <strong>immediately<\/strong> via <strong><a>btf@baldins.co.za<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Keep the original packaging and, if possible, take clear photos of the damage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We\u2019ll arrange to collect the incorrect or damaged item and send a replacement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If the item was opened or used, or packaging is missing, we may not be able to accept the return.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Important Notes<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Buyer\u2019s remorse<\/strong> (change of mind) returns are subject to our 7-day return policy and product condition requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>All devices are <strong>GSM unlocked<\/strong> and compatible with South African networks unless otherwise stated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><!-- wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Imported devices<\/strong> may come with <strong>Global or CN ROMs<\/strong> (Google Play pre-installed where applicable).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Need Help?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>If you have any questions or would like to start a return, please contact us:<br>\ud83d\udce7 <strong><a>btf@baldins.co.za<\/a><\/strong><br>\ud83c\udf10 <a href=\"https:\/\/baldins.co.za\/tf\">www.baldins.co.za\/tf<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Baldins Tech Finder Last updated:&nbsp;January 22, 2026 At Baldins Tech Finder, we want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. 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