Day-Timer

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
30 days
Free return shipping
No
Receipt required
Conditional
In store return for online orders
No
Refund processing time
7-10 business days processing plus payment method delays
Restocking fee
25%

Day-Timer allows returns within 30 days of purchase for most items, though you will pay return shipping unless the item is defective or damaged. A 25 percent restocking fee applies to standard returns. Some product categories, such as defective GBC and Quartet items, have longer return windows of up to 90 days.

How returns work

To return an item, you must complete Day-Timer's Returns Request Form with your contact information, order number, and item number. A customer service representative will then contact you to assist with your return. Returns are processed by mail using a tracking carrier. Day-Timer does not accept returns of online orders in physical stores.

Exclusions and restrictions

Day-Timer does not accept returns on custom-made products, clearance products, non-defective installed equipment from GBC or Quartet, or opened or damaged replacement accessories for TruSens filters and bulbs. Certain product lines have different eligibility rules: unopened LucidSound limited edition items are returnable within 30 days, PowerA items within 60 days, and some TruSens items within 30 days.

Refunds

Refunds are processed to your original payment method (such as a credit card) or by check sent by mail, depending on your payment method. Processing takes 7 to 10 business days plus any additional time required by your payment method. A 25 percent restocking fee is deducted from your refund on standard returns.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to return something?

You have 30 days from purchase to return most items. However, some products have different windows: defective GBC or Quartet items have up to 90 days, PowerA items have 60 days, and certain TruSens items have 30 days from purchase.

Do I have to pay to ship my return?

Yes, you are responsible for return shipping costs on most items. However, if the item is defective or damaged, Day-Timer covers the return shipping. You must use a tracking carrier for your return.

Will I get my full refund back?

No. Day-Timer deducts a 25 percent restocking fee from your refund on standard returns. Defective or damaged items may have different terms; contact customer service within 48 hours of delivery if your item arrives defective or damaged.

How long does it take to receive my refund?

Your refund takes 7 to 10 business days to process, plus any additional time required by your original payment method. Refunds are issued to your original payment method or by check mailed to you, depending on how you paid.

Can I exchange an item instead of returning it?

Yes. Day-Timer accepts exchanges for new, unused products within 30 days of purchase. Exchanges are not available for custom-made or clearance products.

Do I need my receipt to return something?

Receipt requirements are conditional. Day-Timer's policy does not specify when a receipt is or is not required, so contact customer service for details on your specific item.

What items cannot be returned?

Custom-made products and clearance products are final sale and cannot be returned. Non-defective installed equipment from GBC or Quartet is also non-returnable. Additionally, opened or damaged replacement accessories for TruSens filters and bulbs are not eligible for refund or exchange.

How you can return an item

  • By mail , Standard method; must use tracking carrier

Step by step

  1. Complete the Returns Request Form with contact info, order number, and item number.
  2. A customer service representative will contact you to assist with the request.

Categories with their own return window

Category Window Note
GBC defective products 90 days Up to 90 days dependent on product type for defective items
Quartet defective products 90 days 90 days from shipment date for defective products
PowerA 60 days 60 days from receipt for exchange or refund
LucidSound unopened limited edition 30 days Unopened limited edition only; 30 day window
TruSens eligible items 30 days 30 days from purchase; excludes shipping/handling

What you cannot return

  • Custom-made products , Final sale
  • Clearance products , Final sale
  • Non-defective installed equipment (GBC) , Policy exclusion
  • Non-defective installed equipment (Quartet) , Policy exclusion
  • Opened/damaged replacement accessories (TruSens filters/bulbs) , Not eligible for refund or exchange

How your refund comes back

You paid with Refund comes back as
Original payment method (credit card, etc.) Refund to original payment method
Mail (for certain methods) Check by mail
LucidSound refunds USD mailed check

Exchanges

Exchanges accepted on new, unused products within 30 days. Not available for custom-made or clearance products.

Damaged or defective items

Defective: covered under warranty; contact within 48 hours of delivery. Damaged: contact within 48 hours for investigation and replacement.

Warranty

Defective products covered under product warranty. Unauthorized repairs may void warranty.

What the policy actually says

Every figure above is taken word for word from the retailer page. Here are the exact lines.

Field Quoted from the retailer
Return window days you may return it within 30 days from the date of shipment for a refund or exchange
Exchange window days you may return it within 30 days from the date of shipment for a refund or exchange
Free return shipping Shipping costs are non-refundable, except in cases where the product was received defective, damaged in shipment or if it is the result of our error
Return shipping fee Customer is responsible for freight on returned items
Restocking fee pct Non-defective returns are subject to a 25% restocking fee
Receipt required Please include original invoice or bill
Original packaging required Product must be returned in the original selling packaging
Refund method Refunds are issued to the original payment method used for the purchase
Refund processing days Return processing time is generally 7-10 business days from receipt of return
In store return for online For products purchased from a local store, office product dealers, non-ACCO Brands websites or another third-party retailer, please return the product to where it was originally purchased

Return policies for similar stores

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Return policies change without notice. Confirm the current policy with the retailer before you buy.