Refund Policy
A Legal Disclaimer
1. General Refund Rights Under Australian Consumer Law
Atlas IT complies with the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), which guarantees statutory rights for refunds, repairs, or replacements for:
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Faulty products (e.g., hardware defects).
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Major service failures (e.g., incorrect repairs).
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Misrepresented goods (not as described).
These rights cannot be waived and apply regardless of any store policy.
2. Refunds for Products (Hardware/Software)
Eligibility:
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Faulty items: Refund/replacement provided if the product is defective, unfit for purpose, or doesn’t match descriptions.
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Change of mind:
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Unopened hardware: Refund or store credit within 14 days (restocking fee may apply).
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Software/licenses: No refunds once activated (due to licensing restrictions).
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Process:
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Proof of purchase (receipt/invoice) required.
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Return the item in original packaging (where possible).
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Refunds issued via original payment method within 7 business days.
3. Refunds for Repair Services
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Failed repairs: If a repair doesn’t resolve the issue, we will re-repair at no cost or provide a partial/full refund.
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Diagnostic fees: Non-refundable if the customer declines further repairs.
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Data loss: No refunds for data loss (customers must back up data beforehand).
4. Non-Refundable Items/Services
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Software licenses/digital downloads (after activation).
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Custom-ordered parts (unless faulty).
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Labor charges for completed repairs (unless service was faulty).
5. How to Request a Refund
Contact us within 30 days of purchase/service:
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Email: info@atlas-it.com.au
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In-store: Bring the item and proof of purchase.
6. Exceptions
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Refunds may be denied if:
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The product was damaged by misuse (e.g., liquid spills, physical abuse).
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Warranty voided by unauthorized modifications.
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