What to Do When a Company Sends You Unordered Items?

Learn your rights and best practices when receiving unordered items from companies.

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Receiving Unordered Items: By law, you're entitled to keep items sent to you that you didn't order. No Payment Required: You're not obligated to pay for or return these products. Contact the Company: It's beneficial to inform the company to prevent future mistakes. Document Everything: Keep evidence, like emails or delivery notes, for records. This allows you to handle similar situations confidently in the future and ensures you remain protected under consumer rights. Manage the scenario efficiently by following these steps.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What should I do if I receive an item I didn’t order? You can keep the item without any obligation to pay for it. It is recommended to inform the company about the mistake to avoid future issues.
  2. Do I have to return unordered items? No, under consumer protection laws, you are not obligated to return items that were sent to you without an order.
  3. How can I ensure I’m protected under consumer rights for unordered items? Document everything related to the unordered delivery, including emails and delivery notes, to support your consumer rights if issues arise in the future.
  4. Is it legal for a company to send me products I didn’t order? Yes, companies can send unordered items, and by law, you are entitled to keep them without any payment.

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