Deposit Refund Policy
Deposit Refund Policy
Effective Date: 01/01/2025
To ensure transparency and protect both our customers and our business, the following deposit
refund policy applies to all bookings:
1. General Deposit Policy
- All deposits are non-refundable under any circumstances, except when the business cancels the appointment.
- Deposits are applied toward the total cost of the jewelry purchased during the appointment.
- For example:
- If a customer places a $100.00 deposit and purchases items totaling $110.00, the deposit will cover $100.00, and the remaining $10.00 will be due.
- If the total purchase is less than the deposit, the remaining balance will not be refunded.
- Customers are also responsible for any applicable taxes or other fees required under state and federal law, which will be added to the total purchase amount.
- Refunds, when applicable, will only be issued to the original payment method. Deposits made using cash gift cards or other restricted payment methods are non-refundable under any circumstance, no exceptions. (see Section 5).
2. Business-Initiated Cancellations
- If the business is unable to fulfill an appointment, the deposit will be refunded in full.
- Exceptions: Deposits will not be refunded if the cancellation occurs due to:
- The customer’s address being outside the defined service area.
- Violations of the outlined booking policies.
3. Rescheduling Policy
- 48 Hours’ Notice or More:
- Customers may reschedule their appointment without forfeiting their deposit.
- Rescheduling is limited to one occurrence per booking. Additional reschedules will be treated as cancellations.
- Less Than 48 Hours’ Notice:
- Treated as a cancellation, and the deposit will be forfeited.
4. No-Show Policy
- Customers who fail to show up for their appointment without prior notification will forfeit their deposit.
- No-shows are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.
5. Payment Type Restrictions
To ensure secure and reliable transactions, the following payment restrictions apply:
- Cash Gift Cards: Deposits made using cash gift cards are non-refundable under any circumstance.
- Prepaid Debit Cards: Deposits made with prepaid debit cards are restricted and non-refundable.
- Third-Party Gift Cards: Deposits made with third-party gift cards (e.g., Amazon, Apple, Google Pay) are not accepted. If used, these deposits are non-refundable.
- Digital Wallet Gift Cards: Deposits made with digital wallet gift cards (e.g., PayPal, Venmo, Cash App) are not accepted. If used, these deposits are non-refundable.
- Cryptocurrency Gift Cards: Deposits made with cryptocurrency gift cards are not accepted. If used, these deposits are non-refundable.
- Bank-Issued Gift Cards: Deposits made with bank-issued debit or credit gift cards are non-refundable, even if they allow partial or disputed refunds through issuers.
6. Service Area Restrictions
- The business operates within a defined service area of 25 miles from 1100 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701.
- Customers must confirm their address is within this service area before booking.
- Appointments outside this service area cannot be fulfilled, and deposits for these bookings will not be refunded.
7. Special Event and Force Majeure Policies
- During peak periods (e.g., holidays or special events), deposits are non-transferable and cannot be rescheduled.
- In cases of unforeseen circumstances (e.g., severe weather), appointments may be canceled or rescheduled at the business’s discretion. Deposits will be retained but may be applied to a future booking.
8. Customer Acknowledgment
- Customers must acknowledge and agree to this policy during the booking process.
- By submitting payment, customers confirm their understanding of this policy and accept the outlined terms.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy, please contact us:
Phone: (512) 610-0555