Zappos

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
60 days
Free return shipping
Yes
Receipt required
Not specified
In store return for online orders
Not specified
Refund processing time
Immediate to 30 days depending on payment method
Restocking fee
50%

Zappos offers a 60-day return window with free return shipping on most items. You can return items by dropping them off at a UPS location, and refunds are issued to your original form of payment or as store credit.

How returns work

To return an item, log into your account and access your Order History within 60 days of receiving your order. Select your refund option (store credit or original form of payment), pack the item in its original packaging without labels or tape, and drop off the package at a UPS location using the QR code or printed label provided.

Exclusions and restrictions

Zappos does not accept returns on worn, used, altered, or washed items, nor on items without original packaging or tags. Footwear must be returned in the original shoe box. Damaged, incomplete, or mismatched items cannot be returned. Final Sale items are also excluded from returns. If you return an item after 60 days, you will receive store credit only (valid up to one year from purchase), not a refund to your original payment method.

Refunds

Refunds are issued to your original form of payment or as store credit, depending on which you select. Processing time ranges from immediate to 30 days, depending on your payment method. If you return an item after the 60-day window, you will receive store credit instead of a refund to your original payment.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to return items to Zappos?

You have 60 days from when you receive your order to initiate a return through your account. If you return an item after 60 days, you will receive store credit (valid up to one year from purchase) instead of a refund to your original payment method.

Is return shipping free?

Yes, Zappos provides free return shipping. You can drop off your package at any UPS location using the label provided.

Do I need the original packaging and tags to return items?

Yes, items must be in original packaging with tags attached. Footwear specifically must be returned in the original shoe box. Items without original packaging or tags cannot be accepted for return.

What payment methods will my refund be issued to?

Within 60 days, refunds are issued to your original form of payment (credit card or PayPal) or as store credit, whichever you select. After 60 days, refunds are issued as store credit only.

How long does it take to receive my refund?

Refund processing time ranges from immediate to 30 days, depending on your payment method.

Can I return worn or washed items?

No, worn, used, altered, or washed items cannot be returned. Items must be in their original condition. Final Sale items also cannot be returned.

What happens if my item is damaged or incomplete?

Damaged, incomplete, or mismatched items are not eligible for return.

How you can return an item

  • Carrier drop off , UPS drop-off locations

Step by step

  1. Go to Order History within your account within 60 days of receiving your order.
  2. Choose store credit or original form of payment as refund option.
  3. Pack items in original packaging without labels or tape.
  4. Drop off package at UPS location using QR code or printed label.

Categories with their own return window

Category Window Note
Returns after 60 days 365 days Store credit only, up to one year from purchase. Original payment refund only within 60 days.

What you cannot return

  • worn, used, altered, or washed items , condition requirements
  • items without original packaging or tags , packaging requirements
  • footwear without original shoe box , packaging requirement
  • damaged, incomplete, or mismatched items , condition/completeness
  • Final Sale items , explicitly excluded

How your refund comes back

You paid with Refund comes back as
store credit store credit
credit card / original payment original form of payment
PayPal original form of payment

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 Merchandise must be returned within 60 days in new condition.
Free return shipping FREE RETURNS: ANYWHERE in the United States including US territories and military APO/FPO addresses
Restocking fee pct Returns that do not comply with this return policy may not be eligible for a refund or could result in a restocking fee up to 50% of the item price.
Original packaging required Merchandise must not be worn, used, altered, or washed and in its original packaging with all tags attached, including seals and security tags.
Refund method Refund eligible to original form of payment or store credit.
Refund processing days For eligible orders, your refund will be issued once dropped off and scanned by the return carrier. Eligible refunds are issued immediately. Please allow up to 24 hours for store credit. Some financial institutions may take up to 10 business days. After Pay may take up to 20 business days and PayPal up to 30 business days.

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Checked against the retailer's published policy. Last verified: August 17, 2026

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