MarineWaze Order Protection

Shipping & Returns

Clear shipping. Controlled returns. No guesswork.

Know what happens from order review to delivery—and exactly how to request help if something is delayed, damaged, incorrect, or not the right fit.

Tracking integrityA label is not carrier possession
Written RMA requiredNever return before authorization
Evidence-led reviewFair, fact-based decisions
Before dispatch

Shipping built around accuracy

Marine products can involve inventory, destination, battery, freight, or manufacturer restrictions. We review orders before release so the item, destination, payment, and shipping method align.

Order review and release

Orders may be reviewed for payment status, inventory, pricing, destination, product restrictions, and fraud-prevention requirements before fulfillment begins.

Handling and carrier pickup

Handling time and transit time are different. A tracking number or label may be created before the carrier physically accepts the package.

Same-day shipping eligibility

Eligible in-stock items may ship the same business day when the order is placed and cleared before 4:00 p.m. Eastern. Payment review, inventory changes, product restrictions, weekends, holidays, and carrier pickup can affect timing, so same-day shipment is not guaranteed.

Regional fulfillment

Some items can fulfill from regional locations in New Jersey or Florida. The best location depends on current stock, destination, cart quantity, shipping restrictions, and whether the order can ship complete; proximity alone does not guarantee a delivery date.

Estimates, not guarantees

Estimates can be affected by supplier handling, cutoff times, weekends, holidays, destination, weather, carrier disruption, and special-item requirements.

Tracking and split shipments

Tracking is provided when available. Multi-item orders may arrive separately or from different fulfillment locations, each with its own status.

Address accuracy

Customers must provide a complete, accurate address. Changes and carrier redirects are not guaranteed after fulfillment starts and may require verification.

Special conditions

Freight, oversized items, batteries, hazardous materials, restricted destinations, and supplier-direct products may have additional charges, documentation, or limitations.

Important: An order confirmation acknowledges receipt. It does not guarantee inventory, acceptance, shipment date, or delivery date until applicable review is complete.
When delivery needs attention

Preserve the evidence. Contact us promptly.

Keep the item, carton, inserts, labels, and packaging while the issue is reviewed.

Damage in transit

Photograph the carton, shipping label, internal packaging, and damage. Do not discard packaging or attempt installation until instructions are provided.

Incorrect or missing contents

Send your order number, photos of everything received, the carton label, packing materials, and a clear description.

Delayed or stalled tracking

Carrier scans may pause or appear out of sequence. We may open a carrier or fulfillment investigation before determining a remedy.

Marked delivered, not received

Check the delivery area, household, neighbors, and building staff. The report requires investigation and does not create an automatic refund or replacement.

Return authorization

Request first. Ship only after approval.

Return requests should generally be made within 30 calendar days of delivery. Eligibility depends on the product, its condition, and any manufacturer, distributor, supplier, safety, software, or shipping restrictions.

Do not ship to an address on a label, invoice, website, or package. Every return requires written MarineWaze instructions and an RMA or other authorization. Unauthorized returns may be refused, delayed, or sent to the wrong facility.

General condition standards

  • New, unused, uninstalled, and unpowered unless an approved defect claim
  • Complete with manuals, accessories, protective materials, labels, barcodes, and original packaging
  • Serial numbers and identifiers match the order

Cartography, software media, and non-stock items

Opened or unsealed cartography, chart cards, DVDs, CDs, and comparable software media are not returnable unless defective. Verify the exact display model, chart format, geographic coverage, and media type before opening or activating the product. Non-stock, special-order, custom, activated, registered, clearance, hazardous-material, installed, powered, programmed, or manufacturer-controlled products may also be non-returnable or require a separate process.

Buyer-remorse returns

When approved, the customer is generally responsible for secure packaging, trackable return shipping, and insurance. Original, expedited, freight, and special-handling charges may be non-refundable where permitted. Eligible non-defective returns may be subject to a restocking fee of up to 15% when required by the product or fulfillment source; any applicable fee will be identified during return authorization.

Defects and warranty paths

A product not working as expected is not automatically defective. Troubleshooting may be required, and some claims must follow an authorized manufacturer or distributor warranty process.

Inspection and refund

Returns are inspected for identity, serial number, condition, completeness, and compliance. Approved refunds are processed to the original payment method within 5 calendar days after the returned product is received, inspected, and accepted. Your bank, PayPal, or payment provider may require additional time to post the credit.

No automatic exchanges

MarineWaze does not offer a general exchange or store-credit program. A replacement is provided only when specifically authorized. PayPal or financial-institution processing time is outside our control.

Product warranty

Warranty coverage is product- and manufacturer-specific

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

Before purchase

If warranty eligibility is important, contact MarineWaze with the exact manufacturer and part number. We will help identify the published warranty route and our current authorization status for that brand; we will not represent unverified coverage as guaranteed.

After purchase

Contact us with the order number, serial number, symptoms, installation details, and requested evidence. Troubleshooting may be required. Depending on the manufacturer, the claim may be handled by MarineWaze, a distributor, or the manufacturer’s authorized service process.

Installation and use

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

No blanket guarantee

A product page, order receipt, or MarineWaze guidance does not expand a manufacturer warranty. Any applicable statutory rights remain unaffected.

Documented process

How a return request works

Submit

Provide order number, product, reason, condition, and photos or video.

Review

We check eligibility and may request troubleshooting or evidence.

Authorize

Follow the written RMA, destination, packaging, and shipping directions.

Resolve

Inspection determines the eligible refund, authorized replacement, warranty path, or claim result.

Questions answered

Shipping and returns FAQ

Do I need an RMA?

Yes. Wait for written instructions and an RMA or other authorization before shipping anything.

Are all products returnable within 30 days?

No. Thirty days is the general request window, not automatic eligibility. Opened or unsealed cartography, chart cards, DVDs, CDs, and comparable software media are not returnable unless defective. Non-stock, special-order, activated, installed, and other restricted products may also be non-returnable.

Can I return a chart card after opening it?

No, unless it is defective. Before opening or activating cartography, confirm your exact display model, supported chart format, geographic coverage, and media type. Contact MarineWaze before opening if you are uncertain.

Can I exchange a product?

There is no general exchange program. A replacement is only issued when specifically authorized.

When will I receive a refund?

Approved refunds are processed to the original payment method within 5 calendar days after the returned product is received, inspected, and accepted. Your bank, PayPal, or payment provider may require additional time to post the credit.

What if tracking says delivered?

Contact us after checking likely delivery locations. We may open an investigation; a delivery scan does not automatically determine the outcome.

What if my product is not working?

Stop installation if safety or damage is a concern, preserve packaging, and contact us. Troubleshooting or a manufacturer warranty route may be required.

Need help with an order?

Send the order number and a concise description. For damage, delivery, or condition issues, include clear photos.

Contact MarineWaze

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