You probably know the feeling–eagerly watching the status of a package for days, only to finally see the dreaded phrases appear next to the status of your package: “Amazon package delayed in transit” or “missing mail”. Whether you need the package by a certain date or you simply don’t like waiting, shipping delays are frustrating for anyone. However, you don’t have to sit idly by while you wait for your package to be delivered–there are actions you can take that can help make things right.
Product protection can especially be helpful in this situation. If your items are missing or delayed, or worse, if they don't come at all, you can have peace of mind knowing you're covered. Mulberry Unlimited allows you to protect all your online purchases under the same product protection plan, complete with unlimited coverage and claims.
If Fedex is the carrier delivering your package, you’re in luck. In some cases, Fedex offers a money back guarantee for packages that are delivered late. This means that if you're expecting a package by a certain date and Fedex doesn't come through, there’s a chance you can get a full refund for your package, or at the very least, some amount of money back.
However, it’s important to note that getting your money back is not a guarantee. As with any package carrier, the Fedex supply chain experiences normal issues, so Fedex may not be able to refund or subsidize your package in some circumstances.
Although some shipping delays are normal, Amazon does everything possible to make things right when things go awry for a customer. For example, if you paid an extra fee for your package to arrive the same day, the next day, or in two days, and Amazon doesn’t meet the deadline, you’ll receive an automatic refund for your order. Amazon also provides a useful tracking tool on your orders page to monitor the status.
If you’re looking for an even more detailed explanation about where your package is, you can also choose to speak to an Amazon representative. Customer representatives can see additional information from their end that isn’t visible to the customer, so if you’re really worried about your package, it might be worth making the call.
If you’re hoping to prevent a shipping delay, there are things you can do preemptively to reduce the odds that your package gets lost. Here are some tips:
Whether you’re waiting for a snazzy new outfit, a sleek new tech gadget, or a simple pair of socks to arrive in the mail, there’s nothing more disappointing than dealing with shipping delays. Luckily, however, you don’t have to simply sit and wait; there are actions you can take that can either speed up the process or avoid the issue altogether.
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