MarineWaze Shipping & Returns

Shipping & Returns

Clear expectations before and after your order.

Understand how shipping, delivery issues, returns, defects, and warranty questions are handled—and what information helps us resolve problems accurately.

Clear order statusTracking and shipment are not the same event
30-day eligible returnsContact us before sending anything back
No restocking feeEligibility and product restrictions still apply
Before shipment

Shipping depends on the exact order

Marine products can involve availability, destination, battery, freight, manufacturer, carrier, or other product-specific restrictions. Shipping timing and method can therefore vary by item and order.

Order review

Orders may be reviewed for payment status, product identity, current availability, destination, product restrictions, fraud-prevention requirements, and other fulfillment conditions before shipment.

Handling and carrier acceptance

Handling time and carrier transit time are different. A shipping label or tracking number may exist before a carrier physically accepts and scans the package.

Shipping estimates

Shipping and handling times vary by product, current availability, destination, payment review, restrictions, weekends, holidays, weather, carrier conditions, and other order-specific factors. Any estimate is an estimate unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Fulfillment locations

Orders may ship from different fulfillment locations depending on current availability, destination, product requirements, and other operational factors. Multi-item orders may ship separately.

Tracking

Tracking information is provided when available. Carrier scans can be delayed, incomplete, or appear out of sequence, particularly during handoff or high-volume periods.

Split shipments

Multi-item orders may arrive in more than one shipment. Each package can have a separate tracking number and delivery schedule.

Address accuracy

Customers are responsible for providing a complete and accurate delivery address. Address changes or carrier redirects may not be possible after fulfillment begins.

Special shipping conditions

Freight, oversized products, batteries, hazardous materials, restricted destinations, and certain restricted or product-specific items may have additional requirements, charges, or limitations.

Important: An order confirmation acknowledges that MarineWaze received the order. It does not by itself guarantee inventory, shipment timing, carrier acceptance, or a specific delivery date.
When delivery needs attention

Preserve the evidence and contact us promptly.

For damaged, incorrect, incomplete, or questionable deliveries, keep the item, carton, inserts, labels, and packaging while the issue is reviewed.

Damage in transit

Photograph the outer carton, shipping label, internal packaging, product, and visible damage. Avoid discarding packaging while the issue is being reviewed.

Incorrect or missing contents

Provide your order number, photos of everything received, carton labels, packaging, and a concise description of what appears incorrect or missing.

Delayed or stalled tracking

Carrier scans may pause or be delayed. MarineWaze may need to request additional information before determining the appropriate next step.

Marked delivered, not received

Check the delivery area, household members, neighbors, building staff, or other likely receipt locations. A delivery scan may require further investigation before a resolution is determined.

Return authorization

Contact us before returning anything.

Eligible return requests must be initiated within 30 calendar days of delivery. Return eligibility, condition requirements, return-shipping responsibility, and return destination depend on the exact product and circumstances. Contact MarineWaze before shipping anything back so eligibility can be reviewed.

Do not send a return to an address found on a carton, label, invoice, website, or package unless MarineWaze specifically instructs you to use that address. Wait for written return instructions and any required RMA or authorization.

General condition standards

  • Product identity and serial number must match the original order.
  • Eligible non-defective items should generally be unused, uninstalled, unpowered, and complete.
  • Original packaging, manuals, accessories, labels, protective materials, and included items may be required.

Cartography, software media, and restricted items

Opened, activated, registered, or unsealed cartography, chart media, software media, or similar products may be non-returnable unless defective. Special-order, custom, hazardous-material, installed, powered, programmed, clearance, or manufacturer-controlled products may also have separate restrictions.

Non-defective returns

When an eligible non-defective return is approved, the customer is responsible for appropriate packaging, trackable return shipping, and insurance where appropriate. Shipping responsibility for defective, damaged, incorrect, or incomplete orders is determined during the return authorization process.

No restocking fee

MarineWaze does not charge a restocking fee on eligible returns. Product eligibility, condition requirements, return-shipping responsibility, and any product-specific restrictions still apply.

Defects and troubleshooting

A product that does not work as expected is not automatically proven defective. Product identity, wiring, power, installation, configuration, compatibility, firmware, or other conditions may need to be checked before a remedy is determined.

Refund processing

Once an authorized return is received, inspected, and approved, MarineWaze will initiate the applicable refund to the original payment method within 5 calendar days. Processing and posting times after that may vary by payment provider and financial institution.

Replacement requests

MarineWaze does not promise an automatic exchange for every return. A replacement may be offered when appropriate and specifically authorized for the applicable situation.

Inspection

Returned products may be inspected for identity, serial number, condition, completeness, packaging, accessories, and compliance with the return authorization before the final resolution is determined.

Product warranty

Warranty coverage is product- and manufacturer-specific

MarineWaze does not apply one blanket warranty promise to every product. Coverage, duration, claim route, geographic limits, installation requirements, proof-of-purchase requirements, and seller-authorization requirements can vary by manufacturer and exact product.

Before purchase

If warranty eligibility is important, contact MarineWaze with the exact manufacturer and manufacturer part number before ordering. We will distinguish confirmed information from conditions or unknowns.

After purchase

Provide your order number, exact product identity, serial number when applicable, symptoms, installation details, and any requested evidence. Troubleshooting may be required before the warranty route can be determined.

Manufacturer-specific process

Depending on the manufacturer and product, a warranty matter may involve MarineWaze, the manufacturer, or an authorized service process. We do not represent unverified coverage or claim routes as guaranteed.

Installation and use

Improper installation, modification, abuse, corrosion, incorrect voltage, incompatible equipment, or operation outside manufacturer specifications may affect warranty coverage. Follow current manufacturer instructions and use qualified professional installation where appropriate.

No blanket warranty expansion

MarineWaze product information, order documentation, or buying guidance does not expand the manufacturer's published warranty terms or create a separate manufacturer warranty.

Authorization transparency

Brand authorization and warranty eligibility can vary by manufacturer, product, sales channel, region, and time. MarineWaze presents brand-specific authorization or warranty claims only when current and confirmed.

Documented process

How a return or order issue is reviewed

Submit

Provide your order number, exact product, reason for the request, condition, and relevant photos or video.

Review

MarineWaze reviews the product identity, circumstances, eligibility, and any evidence or troubleshooting needed.

Authorize

If a return is approved, follow the written destination, packaging, shipping, and authorization instructions.

Resolve

The evidence and inspection determine the applicable refund, replacement, warranty route, claim outcome, or other resolution.

Questions answered

Shipping and returns FAQ

Do I need return authorization?

Yes. Contact MarineWaze and wait for written instructions before shipping a product back. Some returns may require an RMA or other authorization.

How long do I have to request a return?

Eligible return requests must be initiated within 30 calendar days of delivery. Product-specific eligibility and restrictions still apply.

Are all products returnable?

No. Eligibility depends on the exact product, condition, timing, packaging, activation or registration state, manufacturer requirements, shipping restrictions, and other circumstances.

Do you charge a restocking fee?

No. MarineWaze does not charge a restocking fee on eligible returns. Product-specific eligibility, condition requirements, return-shipping responsibility, and restrictions still apply.

Can I return opened cartography or chart media?

Opened, activated, registered, or unsealed cartography and software-type media may be non-returnable unless defective. Confirm the exact display model, chart format, geographic coverage, and media type before opening or activating the product.

Who pays return shipping?

For an approved eligible non-defective return, the customer is responsible for trackable return shipping and appropriate packaging. Shipping responsibility for defective, damaged, incorrect, or incomplete orders is determined during the return authorization process.

When will I receive a refund?

Once an authorized return is received, inspected, and approved, MarineWaze will initiate the applicable refund to the original payment method within 5 calendar days. Your payment provider or financial institution controls how long the credit takes to post after that.

What if tracking says delivered but I cannot find the package?

Check likely delivery locations, household members, neighbors, building staff, or other receipt points, then contact MarineWaze if the package is still missing. Further investigation may be required.

What if the product does not work?

Stop installation or use if safety or equipment damage is a concern. Preserve the product and packaging and contact MarineWaze with the exact model, part number, symptoms, wiring or installation details, and any requested evidence. Troubleshooting or a manufacturer-specific warranty path may be required.

Can I exchange a product?

There is no automatic exchange for every return. A replacement may be provided when specifically authorized for the applicable situation.

Need help with an order?

Send your order number, exact product, and a concise description of the issue. For damage, delivery, condition, or missing-item questions, include clear photos when possible.

Contact MarineWaze

MarineWaze.com is operated by Sana Deals, Inc. Product-specific terms, manufacturer requirements, carrier rules, payment-provider rules, and applicable non-waivable consumer rights may also apply.