Return & Warranty

We want you to love our products as much as we do. All items we ship have successfully passed our rigorous Quality Control inspections. Our warranties ensure you have a fantastic surveying experience while giving you total peace of mind. Most items sold by Karavan.cn are covered by the following comprehensive product warranties. If, in an unlikely situation you are not covered, please check our Warranty Exemptions and Notes below.

7 Day Dead on Arrival (DOA) Guarantee

If your item arrives damaged or is not working, please follow the warranty process and contact our Customer Support Service for RMA authorization within 7 days of the order being received. After returning the product to the address provided by our service team, we can send you a new item free of charge (we will reimburse you the return shipping cost), or you can choose to receive a full refund. Enjoy total peace of mind: every single purchase is 100% risk-free each time you shop at Karavan.

Please note:

  1. Customers must first send evidence (e.g. your order number, a clear photo or video of the damaged or defective product and the shipping packaging) before we can consider issuing RMA authorization. Please use good lighting, and a close to medium distance, so we can identify and verify the issue(s). Attachment size must be under 10MB for the Customer Support Service, for larger sized evidences, please directly send the attachments to: support@karavan.cn.

  2. After we receive the returned product and confirmed the product is faulty, the return shipping cost will be refunded based on a valid return receipt. For example if the return shipping fee is 30 USD, we will refund the same amount of 30 USD to the customer. If our technical team determines the item is not a DOA , Karavan.cn will not compensate the return shipping fee. Refund requests for a return shipping fee without a valid RMA return receipt slip will not be accepted.

  3. Product returns must be via one of Karavan.cn's approved shipping methods; our Customer Support Service can provide you with further details.

What is a RMA authorization?

RMA: Return Merchandise Authorization. It is an authorization we issue to our customers to proceed their after-sales service procedures. It will be released to customers in a PDF format via email and customers should print it out and send it back together with the faulty products to Karavan.cn.

      14 Day Unconditional Refund Guarantee for Unopened & Unused Items

      If for whatever reason you do not want your item within 14 days of receiving it, you may also contact us for a return and refund. Kindly note that in such cases the return shipping fee is the customers responsibility and is non-refundable. Items MUST be returned in their original packaging, unused and unopened in order to qualify for a product refund.

      Please note: The returns shipping fee is non-refundable and products must be returned unopened and unused for a refund.

      One Year Repair Warranty

      Unless otherwise noted on the product page, the default product repair warranty period is one year starting from the date you receive the goods, during which you are eligible for free repair. Any free repair needs to be confirmed with the manufacturer via Customer Service. Customers must pay the shipping fees for returning the item and for receiving it back after repaired accordingly. If the buyer has damaged/misused the item(s), it will not be eligible for free repair, however customers can return it at their own cost and pay a fee for the repair. Return shipping fees will be the customers responsibility.

      Warranty Exemptions and Notes

      1. Natural product degradation through wear and tear, along with breakage/damage during use, is solely the customer's responsibility and is not covered by our warranties.

      2. If the customer has damaged/misused the item(s), the product's warranty is immediately rendered void. No compensation is available in such cases. However, customers are welcome to contact us to purchase a replacement or spare parts (if applicable). We will charge the original value of the components and a shipping fee to dispatch them.

        The customer voids the warranty if they:

        • Flash the firmware of a device or root a device.

        • Open the body in an attempt to fix the device.

        • Modify, remove, customize, or swap parts of the product.

        • Use the device in a way that it is not originally intended for.

        • Continue to use the item once a fault occurs and causes more damage.

        3. All returns must first be authorized by Karavan.cn's support team prior to return. Please kindly refer to the following steps in " How to a request warranty" below. For incomplete warranty requests, Karavan.cn reserves the right to refuse any compensation. If the customer has returned the package without prior authorization (RMA form), sends to the wrong address, returns an incorrect item, or submits an empty package, then again Karavan.cn reserves the right to refuse any compensation.

        4. All returns will be inspected by our technical team upon arrival. If the returned item cannot be repaired, we will offer an alternative solution.

          Please note:

          • The shipping fee for returning the product back will be paid by the customer and is non-refundable except for in 7 day DOA situations.

          • During the return shipping, the customer is responsible for any and all customs charges, duties or tariffs during the items return to our warehouse. In these cases we will deduct the customs fees from your authorized refund amount.

          • Karavan.cn will resend the item to the customer via our default courier. If the customer wants to utilize a faster shipping method, the relevant shipping fee is applicable.

          • In case of any misuse, any and all repairs, accessories and shipping fees, both ways, are fully the customer’s responsibility and are at their own expense.

          How to Request Warranty (Return, Repair and Refund)?

          If your item has an issue, please first submit a message to our Customer Support Service.

          Please carefully follow our warranty process to minimize any delays:

          1. Describe the problem with your item in detail: What happened? When? How? Please also state your full order number and product code (SKU number).

          2. Tell us what steps you have already taken to resolve the issue.

          3. Provide the item code indicated on the outer packaging.

          4. Send a clear photo or video showing the defect(s), these should be taken under good lighting.

          Please note: Photos/videos should ideally be clear and focused, taken under good lighting conditions, and from a close to medium distance. This allows us to identify and verify the issue(s). We will always do our very best to help you. Thank you in advance for providing all the information stated above.

          Missing Item(s), Wrong Item(s) or Incorrect Package Sent

          Please be sure to open the parcel and carefully check the contents before signing for the package.

          For any issues, please carefully follow our warranty process to minimize any delays:

          1. Contact our Customer Support Service with your order number and the product code (SKU number).

          2. Please send us a clear picture of the outer packaging, all shipping labels visible, and (if applicable) the item received.

          Possible solutions:

          • If there is a item missing, we will resend the missing item/accessory for free within the warranty period.

          • If we have shipped the wrong item: we will either refund you in full or dispatch an alternative item (if applicable and available). Karavan.cn will decide whether you need to return the wrong product or not and compensate the return shipping fee when we receive it.

            Other Special Product Warranty

            (1) This applies to: clothing, shoes, watches & jewelry, flashlights, phone and tablet accessories, drink ware, home gadgets, home decors, party supplies and home textiles.

            Returns for the above categories can only be accepted within 14 days from the date you received the item. This is for exchange or store credit only if they arrive damaged, faulty, or are the wrong item. Relevant merchandise must be returned unworn with tags intact along with a completed RMA form.

            (2) Returns for spare parts and accessories are not accepted. If you have received a faulty accessory or an accessory is missing, please contact our Customer Support Service via support@karavan.cn within 3 days of receiving your order. After this time frame or if an accessory has been misused, customers will need to purchase a replacement.

            (3) Any products that are won or redeemed as part of an activity or competition on Karavan.cn or any of our promotional channels are exempt from our Warranty and Returns policy.

            Returns and Compensation Process

            If you have any after sales issues, please contact our Customer Support Service via support@karavan.cn directly and they will offer you a solution according to your case. They will confirm whether you need to return the item and to which address you may return it to.

            This following section describes the processing time required upon receiving your returned item.

            For exchanges, the processing time for the exchanged item will be between 5-10 business days, upon receiving your item back, and depending on stock availability.

            For refunds, the processing time for us to proceed with the refund will be between 5-10 business days upon receiving your returned item. After this the refund time will depend on the payment method. Please see below for details:

            • PayPal refunds may take up to 48 hours to process and appear in your account.

            • Credit card refunds will take between 7-14 business days to appear in your account. This delay depends entirely on your credit card company and any intermediaries.

              For repairs, it will take between 10-15 business days depending on the item and the manufacturers stock of spare parts. Our customer service agents will keep you updated on the repairs process. 

              Lifetime Technical Support

              Reliable, helpful and flexible, Karavan.cn offers basic technical support over the lifetime of your products. Buy with confidence and enjoy the support you deserve.

              Apparel Return Process

              14 Day Money Back Guarantee & Returns process

              Within 14 days of receiving the item, if you are dissatisfied with the order, please follow the warranty process and contact our Customer Support Service for RMA authorization stating:

              1. The order number.

              2. The item SKU number(s) you wish to return.

              3. The reason for return.

              Our customer support agent will review your case and offer a return back. Upon receiving, the item will be exchanged with a replacement or will be refunded.

              Returnable Items

              Items that can be returned/refunded or exchanged within 7 days of receiving must follow the criteria as below:

              1. Faulty items damaged/broken or stained upon arrival.

              2. Items received incorrectly.

              3. Unwashed, unworn and unused item(s) that have not met your expectations within 30 days of receiving.

              Non-Returnable Items

              We will not accept returns in the following conditions:

              1. Items outside the 7 days warranty time-frame.

              2. Original packaging is opened or damaged, used or misused items.

              3. Items under the following categories: Sale, Swimwear, Lingerie, and Earrings. These items are not covered by the warranty for hygiene reasons.

              4. Virus prevention items including: All masks, disposable protective clothing and other protective gear that comes into direct contact with the skin of humans and animals. For hygiene and safety reasons, these items are not covered by the warranty.

              All returns must be confirmed by our customer service agents. Returned items without Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) will not be accepted. 

              Return Shipping Fees

              1. Shipping fees to return the items are at the customer's own expense.

              2. Please consult your local post office to confirm the actual return shipping fee. We advise you use the cheapest registered airmail method that is available.

              Contact Information

              For more information about the Return and Warranty, if you have questions, or if you would like to make a complaint, please contact us by e‑mail at support@karavan.cn.

              This policy is updated and released on 29th 04 2022, Karavan.cn.