Zola

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
90 days
Free return shipping
Yes
Receipt required
No
In store return for online orders
Not specified
Refund processing time
Not specified
Restocking fee
Not specified

Zola allows returns within 90 days of purchase, with free return shipping provided. You do not need a receipt to return items, but most products must be in original packaging.

How returns work

You can return items by mail using a prepaid return shipping label. To start a return, visit your Gift Tracker page or Orders You've Placed section and select Return. If you do not have a Zola account, email [email protected] to initiate a return.

Exclusions and restrictions

Zola does not accept returns on made to order items, custom orders, partially or fully assembled furniture, gift cards, redeemed experiences, perishable items, or personalized items, as these are final sale. Apparel returns must be unworn with original tags, unwashed, and free of stains or pin marks, and must be requested within 30 days. Furniture returns are accepted within 30 days only if unassembled and in original packaging, with curbside delivery required. Invites and paper items can only be cancelled within 2 hours of order confirmation; after that they are final sale, though damaged items may be replaced within 30 days.

Refunds

Refunds are issued to your original form of payment or as Zola Stored Value. If you received an item as a gift and are a registry registrant, your refund will be credited as Zola Stored Value. Non registrants who purchased items receive refunds to their original payment method. The retailer does not publish specific timelines for when refunds are processed.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to return something to Zola?

You have 90 days from purchase to return most items. However, some categories have shorter windows. Apparel, furniture, and invites and paper items must be returned within 30 days.

Do I need a receipt to return an item?

No, you do not need a receipt. If you have a Zola account, you can initiate your return through your account. If you do not have an account, email [email protected] for assistance.

What condition must items be in to be returned?

Items must be in original packaging. Apparel must be unworn with original tags, unwashed, and free of stains or pin marks. Furniture must be unassembled and in original packaging.

Is return shipping free?

Yes. Zola provides a prepaid return shipping label for all returns sent by mail.

What if I received an item as a gift?

If you are a registry registrant, your refund will be issued as Zola Stored Value, which you can use as credit toward other purchases. If you are not a registrant, the refund goes to the original payment method of the person who purchased the gift.

Can I return assembled furniture?

No. Furniture that has been partially or fully assembled is final sale and cannot be returned. Furniture returns are only accepted if the item is unassembled and in original packaging, within 30 days of purchase.

What items cannot be returned?

Made to order items, custom orders, gift cards, redeemed experiences, perishable items, and personalized items are final sale. Partially or fully assembled furniture is also non returnable.

How you can return an item

  • By mail , Prepaid return shipping label provided

Step by step

  1. Go to Gift Tracker page or Orders You've Placed and select Return.
  2. Email [email protected] if you don't have a Zola account.

Categories with their own return window

Category Window Note
Apparel 30 days Must be unworn with original tags, unwashed, no stains or pin marks
Furniture 30 days Must be unassembled and in original packaging. Curbside delivery only.
Invites + Paper Items Not specified Cancellable within 2 hours of order confirmation email; final sale after. Damaged items replaceable within 30 days.

What you cannot return

  • Made to Order Items , Final sale unless otherwise indicated on product page
  • Custom orders , Final sale
  • Assembled furniture , Final sale if partially or fully assembled
  • Gift cards , Final sale
  • Redeemed experiences , Final sale
  • Perishable items , Final sale
  • Personalized items , Final sale

How your refund comes back

You paid with Refund comes back as
original form of payment (non-registrants) Original payment method
gift (registrants) Zola Stored Value

Returning without a receipt

No receipt required; email [email protected] for assistance without account

Exchanges

Virtual exchanges via Zola Stored Value for registry gifts; can retain as credit and purchase other items

Gift returns

Registrants receive Zola Stored Value refund; gift purchasers receive original payment method refund

Warranty

For defective items outside 90 days, refer to manufacturer 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 Zola offers free returns within 90 days of delivery for most items sold on Zola.
Free return shipping Zola offers free returns within 90 days of delivery for most items sold on Zola.
Receipt required Don't have a Zola account? Please email [email protected] and we can provide you with a prepaid return shipping label for any eligible return.
Original packaging required All items must be unused and in the original retail packaging.
Refund method If you are returning an item you purchased yourself, we will refund your original form of payment, less any shipping surcharges and/or restocking fees (if applicable).

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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.