Every Purchase Protected

Buyer Protection & Returns

When you buy from UniBookTrade, you're protected. If your book doesn't arrive or isn't as described, you'll get a full refund.

How We Protect Your Purchases

Buyer Protection

Every purchase is protected. If your book doesn't arrive or isn't as described, you'll get a full refund. No questions asked.

Easy Dispute Resolution

If something goes wrong, our support team will review your case and make it right. We handle disputes quickly and fairly.

Verified Sellers

All sellers are verified students or graduates, with ratings and reviews to help you buy with confidence.

14-Day Protection Window

You have 14 days from delivery to report any issues with your purchase. Our team will help resolve it.

When Returns Apply

Valid Return Reasons
  • Item significantly not as described in the listing
  • Wrong item received (different book, edition, or ISBN)
  • Item arrived damaged during shipping
  • Missing pages or components mentioned in the listing
  • Counterfeit or reproduction when listed as genuine
Not Eligible for Return
  • Changed your mind about the purchase
  • Found a cheaper price elsewhere
  • Minor wear consistent with the listed condition
  • Highlighting or notes that were disclosed in the listing
  • Delays caused by the postal service

How to Request a Return

1

Report the Issue

Go to your order page and report the problem. Include photos if the item isn't as described or arrived damaged.

2

We Review Your Case

Our team reviews your report against the original listing. Most cases are resolved within 24-48 hours.

3

Return the Item (if needed)

If a return is required, we'll send you a prepaid return label. Simply pack and drop off at your nearest drop-off point.

4

Receive Your Refund

Once the return is confirmed, we'll process your refund within 5-7 business days to your original payment method.

Important Timeframes

14 Days

To report issues from delivery date

3 Days

For seller to respond before dispute

5-7 Days

To process refunds once approved

Information for Sellers

As a seller on UniBookTrade, you're responsible for:

  • Accurately describing your item's condition, including any damage, highlighting, or missing components
  • Uploading clear photos that represent the actual item
  • Responding to buyer issues promptly
  • Packaging items securely to prevent damage during shipping
What Happens If a Buyer Returns Your Book?

If a buyer returns a book because it wasn't as described in your listing:

  • Payment recovery: If you've already been paid, the amount will be deducted from your next payout or recovered from your linked payment method.
  • Returned item: We may return the book to you (you may be responsible for return shipping costs), or we may retain it.
  • Account standing: Repeated returns due to inaccurate listings may affect your seller rating or result in account restrictions.

Note: If a buyer returns an item due to buyer's remorse (and your listing description was accurate), you won't be penalised and will still receive payment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Need Help?

If you have questions about a return or need assistance with a dispute, our support team is here to help.

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This return policy was last updated on 9 February 2026.

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