Returns & Refunds Policy
At Technomobi, we strive to provide our customers with quality products and reliable service. This Returns & Refunds Policy outlines the conditions under which products may be returned, exchanged, repaired, or refunded in accordance with the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) of South Africa.
1. Returns Eligibility
Eligible products may be returned within 7 days of delivery or collection, provided that the item:
is unused and unopened
is in its original condition
includes all original packaging, accessories, manuals, and seals
is suitable for resale.
Technomobi reserves the right to inspect all returned items before approving a refund, exchange, or credit.
Returns that do not meet these requirements may be declined.
2. Change-of-Mind Returns
If you change your mind about a purchase, you may request a return within 7 days of receiving your order, subject to the following conditions:
the product must remain unopened and unused
all original seals and packaging must be intact
the product must be returned in resellable condition
Technomobi reserves the right to decline returns where products have been opened, activated, configured, installed, or used beyond what is reasonably necessary to determine suitability.
Approved change-of-mind returns may be subject to:
courier collection fees
return shipping costs
reasonable handling or restocking fees where applicable
Refunds are processed only once the returned product has been received and inspected by Technomobi.
3. Opened Devices & Accessories
For hygiene, security, activation, and resale reasons, certain products may not qualify for return once opened, unsealed, activated, or used.
This includes (but is not limited to):
Smartphones
Tablets
Smartwatches
Earbuds & earphones
Wearable devices
Networking products
Gaming accessories
Screen protectors
Personal audio products
Products with:
broken seals
opened packaging
activated software
linked accounts
removed protective films
or signs of use
may not be eligible for refund or exchange unless the item is found to be defective and qualifies under warranty assessment procedures.
4. Device Activation & Accounts
Devices that have been activated, configured, or linked to personal accounts such as:
Apple ID
Google Account
Huawei ID
Samsung Account
or similar services
may not qualify for change-of-mind returns.
Customers are encouraged to confirm product suitability before proceeding with activation or setup.
5. Faulty Products & Warranty Claims
Warranty claims are handled separately from change-of-mind returns.
If your product develops a fault during the applicable warranty period, our support team will assist with the warranty assessment and repair process in accordance with supplier, manufacturer, and authorised repair centre guidelines.
Please note:
warranty assessments may require technical testing and inspection
products may be submitted to authorised repair or diagnostic centres
warranty approvals, repairs, replacements, or rejections remain subject to authorised assessment findings
Products that are:
physically damaged
liquid damaged
modified
rooted
tampered with
or misused
may not qualify for warranty coverage.
Please refer to our Warranty & Repairs Policy for full warranty procedures and exclusions.
6. Non-Returnable & Hygiene-Sensitive Products
For hygiene, health, safety, and product integrity reasons, certain products may not be eligible for return, refund, or exchange once opened, used, installed, activated, or unsealed, unless the product is defective and qualifies for warranty assessment.
This includes (but is not limited to):
Personal Audio & Wearables
Earbuds & earphones
Headphones
Smart rings
Smartwatches
Fitness trackers
Wearable accessories
Personal Care & Bedroom Appliances
Electric blankets
Heated products
Grooming devices
Hair styling appliances
Personal care electronics
Massage devices
Health & wellness products
Kitchen & Household Appliances
Air fryers
Kettles
Coffee machines
Blenders
Food preparation appliances
Kitchen electronics
Humidifiers & air treatment products
Accessories & Consumables
Screen protectors
Opened cables & adapters
Memory cards & storage devices
Software & digital vouchers
Consumable items
Installed accessories
Products showing signs of:
use
installation
account activation
cosmetic wear
missing packaging
missing original included accessories
broken seals
removed protective films
may not qualify for change-of-mind returns.
This policy operates in accordance with the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) of South Africa.
7. Products Damaged on Arrival
If your order arrives physically damaged or incorrect, please notify us within 48 hours of delivery.
Customers may be requested to provide:
photographs of the product
photographs of the packaging
order information for assessment purposes
Products damaged due to customer misuse, improper handling, or transit damage after delivery may not qualify for refund, replacement, or exchange.
Failure to report delivery damage within a reasonable timeframe may affect claim eligibility.
8. Return Request Process
To request a return, exchange, or warranty assessment, customers must log into their Technomobi account and submit a return request directly from the relevant order.
Eligible orders will display a:
"Log a Return"
button within the order details page.
Customers must follow the on-screen return process and provide:
the reason for the return
relevant photos where applicable
any additional information requested by our support team
Please note:
The "Log a Return" option is only available during the applicable return eligibility period. Once the return window has expired, the return request option will no longer be available on the order.
Submitting a return request does not automatically guarantee approval. All returns remain subject to inspection, eligibility requirements, supplier assessment where applicable, and Technomobi's Returns Policy.
Please do not send products back without an approved return request and authorisation from our team.
If a customer reports a fault or submits a return request within the applicable return period, Technomobi may continue assisting with the assessment process even if collection, inspection, testing, or courier arrangements take place after the return eligibility period has expired.
The original date on which the return or fault was first reported will be used as the official request date for assessment purposes.
Customers may however be required to:
respond within a reasonable timeframe
provide requested information or supporting images
make the product available for collection, inspection, or testing promptly
Failure to provide requested information, packaging, proof of purchase, or product availability within a reasonable timeframe may result in delays or closure of the return request.
Technomobi reserves the right to close inactive or unresponsive return requests after a reasonable period without customer communication.
9. Refund Processing
Approved refunds are processed via the original payment method where possible.
Please allow:
3–7 working days for refund processing after approval
additional banking delays depending on your payment provider
Delivery fees, courier charges, and handling fees are non-refundable unless the return is due to an error on Technomobi's side.
10. Return Shipping Costs
Customers may be responsible for return shipping or courier collection fees in cases involving:
change-of-mind returns
incorrect orders placed by the customer
non-defective products
Technomobi will arrange collection or cover return shipping costs where a product has been confirmed defective, incorrect, or damaged on arrival.
11. Repair Device Packaging
Customers sending devices for repair or warranty assessment must ensure that devices are securely packaged before courier collection.
We recommend:
bubble wrap protection
sturdy outer packaging
removal of SIM and memory cards
Technomobi cannot be held responsible for transit damage resulting from insufficient packaging.
May 22, 2026