Refund Policy

Platiko – Refund & Cancellation Policy

Last Updated: 1 November 2025

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This Refund & Cancellation Policy explains how cancellations, returns, and refunds are handled for orders placed through the Platiko app.

Platiko acts as a technology platform, connecting customers with independent restaurants, stores, merchants, delivery partners, and service providers. Refund eligibility varies depending on the type of product or service ordered.


1. General Policy

Platiko processes refunds only after verifying the request and confirming with the merchant/service provider or delivery partner where required.

Refunds will be issued to the original payment method or Platiko Wallet, depending on the situation.


2. Food Orders

Food items are perishable, so refunds are limited.

Refunds are possible only when:

  • The order was not delivered.

  • Items were missing or completely wrong.

  • The order was cancelled before preparation started.

  • The restaurant rejected or failed to accept the order.

Refunds are not provided when:

  • You change your mind after the restaurant has started preparing the food.

  • You dislike the taste or portion.

  • You enter the wrong delivery address.

  • You are unavailable to receive the order.


3. Grocery, Essentials & Snacks

Refunds may be approved for:

  • Damaged or expired products

  • Missing items

  • Wrong products delivered

  • Order cancelled before packing

Refunds are not accepted for:

  • Items opened or consumed

  • Items that were delivered correctly but you changed your mind

  • Perishable goods unless damaged


4. Medicine Delivery

Refunds are allowed only if:

  • The medicine is wrong, expired, or damaged

  • The order was cancelled before the pharmacy confirmed it

Refunds are not allowed for:

  • Temperature-sensitive medications

  • Items opened or used

  • Prescription products delivered correctly


5. Parcel Services

Refunds may apply if:

  • The parcel was not picked up or not delivered due to partner issues

  • There was a verified loss or major damage caused by the delivery partner

Refunds are not applicable for:

  • Prohibited items

  • Wrong parcel details entered by the customer

  • Poor packaging by the sender


6. Rentals & Service Bookings

Refunds may apply if:

  • The service provider cancels

  • The product was unavailable for rent after payment

  • You cancel before the service provider accepts the booking

Refunds are not applicable when:

  • The service has already started

  • The rental product was delivered or handed over

  • You cancel after provider acceptance without valid reason


7. Order Cancellation by User

Cancellation rules depend on the merchant:

  • If the merchant has not yet accepted → full refund.

  • If the order is already prepared, packed, or dispatched → refund may not be available.

  • For COD orders, cancellation must be done before dispatch.


8. Order Cancellation by Merchant/Partner

A full refund will be issued if the:

  • Merchant cancels due to unavailability

  • Delivery partner cancels due to operational issues

  • Platform cancels for safety, technical, or policy reasons


9. Refund Processing Time

Once approved:

  • Online Payments: 2–7 business days

  • Platiko Wallet: Instant or within 24 hours

  • Bank transfers (if needed): 3–7 business days

Times may vary depending on your bank or payment provider.


10. Contact for Refund Issues

If you believe your refund request was wrongly declined, email:
📧 support@platiko.com

Provide:

  • Order ID

  • Issue details

  • Photos (if product was damaged/wrong)

Our support team will review and respond as quickly as possible.


11. Changes to This Policy

Platiko may update this policy at any time. Updated versions will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date.