Refund Policy
Effective date: January 1, 2026
This Refund Policy explains when and how QCarder (owned by ASTROSISTInc.) (“QCarder”, “we”, “us” or “our”) may issue refunds for purchases made through our website, platform, or authorized sales channels (collectively, the “Services”).
Because QCarder offers both digital services (such as subscriptions, virtual profiles, and team plans) and may offer physical products (such as NFC-enabled cards or accessories), this Policy covers:
- Refunds for subscriptions and digital services
- Refunds for physical products (where applicable)
By purchasing or subscribing to any QCarder product or service, you agree to this Refund Policy, which forms part of our Terms of Service.
1. Refunds for Subscriptions and Digital Services
1.1 General Rule
All purchases of subscriptions, plans, and other digital services on QCarder are generally non-refundable, except as explicitly stated in this Refund Policy or where required by applicable law.
Once a subscription term has started and access to the Services has been provisioned, fees paid for that billing period are not refundable.
1.2 First-Time Purchases / New Subscriptions
For first-time purchases of a paid QCarder subscription, we may, at our sole discretion, offer a limited refund window (for example, if you experience technical issues that we are unable to resolve).
If you believe you are eligible for a refund on your first purchase, you must:
- Contact us at billing@qcarder.com (or your actual billing email)
- Within [X days] of the initial purchase date (e.g. 7 or 14 days)
- Provide your account email, invoice details, and a brief explanation of the issue
Granting a refund in such cases is at QCarder’s reasonable discretion, unless mandatory law gives you a right to a refund.
1.3 Renewals and Recurring Billing
Subscriptions renew automatically at the end of each billing period (e.g. monthly or annually), unless canceled in advance.
- If your subscription renews, the renewal fee is non-refundable.
- To avoid being charged for the next period, you must cancel your subscription before the renewal date via your account settings or by contacting support with reasonable notice.
We do not provide partial refunds or credits for:
- Unused time in a billing period
- Downgrades in the middle of a billing period
- Partial use of features
If QCarder offers a free trial or promotional period:
- You will not be charged until the trial period ends, provided you cancel before the end of the trial.
- If you do not cancel before the trial ends, your subscription will start automatically, and the associated charges will apply according to your chosen plan.
- Charges incurred after the end of a trial are non-refundable, except where required by law.
Specific promotional terms displayed at the time of the offer may apply in addition to this Refund Policy.
1.5 Account Misuse or Policy Violations
If your account is suspended or terminated by QCarder due to violation of our Terms of Service, Acceptable Use, or Prohibited Uses, you are not entitled to a refund for any fees already paid.
2. Refunds for Physical Products (e.g. NFC Cards)
2.1 General Rule
For eligible physical products purchased from QCarder (such as NFC-enabled cards or accessories), we may offer refunds or replacements in specific cases, as described below.
All returns are subject to inspection by QCarder.
Your statutory rights (if applicable in your country/region) remain unaffected. 2.2 Wrong, Defective, or Damaged Items
You may be eligible for a refund or replacement if:
- The product arrives damaged,
- The product is defective, or
- You receive the wrong item compared to your order confirmation.
In such cases, you must:
- 1. Contact us at support@qcarder.com within [X days] of delivery (e.g. 7 or 14 days);
- 2. Provide your order number and a clear description of the issue; and
- 3. Where requested, include photos or video showing the damage, defect, or error.
If we confirm the issue, we will, at our discretion:
- Replace the item at no additional cost; or
- Provide a refund for the affected item(s).
For customized products (e.g. NFC cards printed with your logo, name, or design):
- We cannot accept returns or offer refunds if you simply change your mind or made an error in the information/design you submitted.
- We may offer a refund or reprint only if:
- WThere is a printing or production error clearly caused by QCarder or our production partners; or
- The item arrives damaged or materially different from the approved proof (if applicable).
You are responsible for carefully reviewing all designs, proofs, and information before approving or submitting them.
2.4 Change of Mind / Non-Defective Returns
If allowed under our policy and applicable law, non-custom physical products may be eligible for a “change of mind” return, subject to:
- Request submitted within [X days] of delivery (e.g. 14 or 30 days);
- Product being unused, in original condition, and in original packaging;
- You covering the return shipping costs, unless otherwise required by law.
Once we receive and inspect the returned item:
- If approved, we will issue a refund for the product price (excluding original shipping, unless required by law).
- We reserve the right to refuse returns that show signs of use, damage, or modification not caused by QCarder.
To initiate a return:
- 1. Contact support@qcarder.com with your order number and reason for return.
- 2. Wait for return instructions and, where applicable, an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) or label.
- 3. Pack the item securely and ship it back to the address provided.
We recommend using a trackable shipping method. QCarder is not responsible for items lost or damaged in transit when returned by you.
3. How Refunds Are Issued
3.1 Refund Method
Approved refunds will generally be issued using the same payment method you used for the original purchase (for example, the same card or payment provider), unless:
- that method no longer supports refunds, or
- another method is required by law or agreed with you.
QCarder is not responsible for any fees, currency conversion charges, or processing timelines imposed by your bank, card issuer, or payment provider.
3.2 Processing Time
Once your refund is approved:
- QCarder will typically process the refund within [X business days] (e.g. 5–10 business days).
- The time it takes for the funds to appear in your account depends on your bank or payment provider and is outside QCarder’s control.
If you have not received your refund after our confirmation and a reasonable period has passed, please:
- Check with your bank or card provider; then
- TContact us at billing@qcarder.com with your refund confirmation details.
In some cases, we may provide:
- a partial refund (for example, if only part of an order is affected); or
- an account credit (e.g. credit balance for future QCarder services), where appropriate and agreed.
The type of remedy (refund, replacement, or credit) will be determined by QCarder in line with this Policy and applicable law.
4. Changes to This Refund Policy & Contact
4.1 Changes to This Policy
QCarder may update or modify this Refund Policy from time to time. When we do:
- we will update the “Effective date” at the top of this page; and
- where required or appropriate, we may provide additional notice (for example on our website or via email).
Your continued use of QCarder services after changes are posted will constitute your acceptance of the updated Refund Policy. If you do not agree to the changes, you should stop using our paid services and, where applicable, cancel your subscription.
4.2 Contact Us About Refunds
If you have any questions about this Refund Policy or want to request a refund, return, or billing review, you can contact us at:
- Billing & refunds: billing@qcarder.com
- General support: support@qcarder.com
Please include:
- your full name,
- your account email or organization name, and
- your order or invoice number,
so we can assist you as quickly as possible.