Buyer protection and the inspection window
Held funds plus a 3-day window to inspect shipped items.
For shipped orders, your payment stays held until delivery, and then you get a 3-day window to inspect the item before the money is released. If it's not as described, report it during that window. You can also add optional Buyer Protection at checkout for extra peace of mind.
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