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Loti Labs Shipping Protection

Effective Date: 5/26/26
Program: Loti Labs Shipping Protection

Complete Policy Guide

Loti Labs Shipping Protection is an optional add-on service available at checkout that safeguards your order against loss, theft, or damage during transit. In the event something goes wrong with your shipment, we will make it right by sending a replacement order or issuing store credit — no complicated third-party claims, no long wait times, just straightforward resolution directly with our team.

📋 To file a claim, you will need your Order Number and Tracking Number.

1. What Is Loti Labs Shipping Protection?

Loti Labs Shipping Protection is an in-house program that covers your order against the three most common shipping problems: loss, theft, and damage.

When you add this protection to your cart at checkout, you can file a claim directly with our support team if your order does not arrive as expected.

Our goal is simple: if your order is lost, stolen, or damaged during transit, we will resolve the issue by replacing your product or providing store credit equivalent to the value of the affected items.

2. How to Add Protection at Checkout

Shipping protection is offered as an optional add-on during the checkout process.

Simply ensure the protection option is selected before completing your purchase.

The coverage applies to all items in that specific order and activates once your shipment begins transit.

Once your order ships, your protection is active and remains in effect until the package arrives at its final destination.

3. Coverage Summary

Scenario Covered? Resolution
Package never marked as delivered (lost in transit) ✓ Yes Replacement or store credit
Package marked "delivered" but never received (stolen) ✓ Yes Replacement or store credit
Package delivered to wrong address by carrier ✓ Yes Replacement or store credit
Items arrived broken or unusable (damaged in transit) ✓ Yes Replacement or store credit
Multiple packages ordered, one or more did not arrive ✓ Yes Replacement or store credit for undelivered packages
Carrier delay (not lost, still in transit) ✕ No Not covered
Invalid or undeliverable address provided by customer ✕ No Not covered
Customer refused delivery ✕ No Not covered
Item held or lost in customs ✕ No Not covered
Manufacturing defects ✕ No Contact support separately
Order not yet shipped ("label created" status) ✕ No Order has not entered transit

4. Lost Package Policy

What Qualifies as "Lost"

Standard Lost in Transit

A package is considered lost when it has never been reported as "delivered" by the carrier and tracking activity has stopped for a significant period of time:

  • Domestic shipments (within the U.S.): No tracking update for 7 or more days since the last recorded checkpoint.
  • International shipments: No tracking update for 20 or more days since the last recorded checkpoint.

Missed Estimated Delivery Window

If 48 hours have passed since the carrier's estimated delivery date and there has been no delivery confirmation or new tracking update, we will treat the package as lost and a claim may be submitted.

Partial Order Delivery (Multi-Package Orders)

If your order was shipped in multiple packages and one or more packages failed to arrive, the undelivered packages are considered lost. Claims must reference the tracking number(s) for the missing package(s).

Note:

If your order was shipped as a single package and only part of the order arrived with no evidence of tampering or damage to the packaging, this is not considered a lost package.

Please contact our support team directly to resolve any fulfillment discrepancies.

What Does NOT Qualify as "Lost"

  • Undeliverable address: If the carrier could not deliver because the address provided was invalid, inaccessible, or otherwise undeliverable, the package is not considered lost. The carrier will typically return it to us. Please contact our support team to arrange reshipment.
  • Customer-refused delivery: If you declined to accept the delivery, the package is not considered lost.
  • Pre-shipment status: Packages showing statuses such as "pre-shipment," "label created," or "shipment information received" have not yet entered carrier transit. Claims cannot be filed for orders that have not shipped.
  • Customs holds: Packages held or delayed by customs due to incomplete documentation, unpaid fees, or other customs-related issues are not considered lost. Please contact your local customs authority directly.
  • Cash on delivery non-payment: If a package is returned because payment was not collected at delivery, the package is not considered lost.

5. Stolen Package Policy

What Qualifies as "Stolen"

Delivered but Not Received (Porch Theft)

If your tracking information shows the package was marked "delivered" but you did not receive it, we consider the package stolen.

Claims for stolen packages must be filed:

  • No sooner than 5 days after the delivery date marked by the carrier. This window allows time for the package to potentially be found nearby, delivered to a neighbor by mistake, or corrected by the carrier.
  • No later than 30 days after the marked delivery date.

Carrier Delivered to Wrong Address

If you provided the correct shipping address at checkout but the carrier delivered your package to the wrong address, we consider the package stolen.

The same time window applies — no sooner than 5 days and no later than 30 days after the delivery date.

What Does NOT Qualify as "Stolen"

  • Intentionally redirected delivery: If you requested the carrier to leave the package at an alternate address, with a neighbor, or at a pickup location, the package is not considered stolen.
  • Incorrect address entered at checkout: If the shipping address entered during your order was inaccurate and the carrier delivered to that wrong address, the claim is not eligible under our protection policy.

6. Damaged Package Policy

What Qualifies as "Damaged"

An item is considered damaged when it arrives in a condition that makes it unusable or significantly compromised due to something that occurred during transit.

To file a damage claim, you must:

  • Submit clear photos and/or video of the damaged item(s) and the packaging it arrived in. This documentation is required to process your claim.
  • File the claim within 30 days of the delivery date.

You generally do not need to return the damaged item to us. Once we have reviewed the documentation and confirmed the damage occurred during shipping, we will move forward with your resolution.

What Does NOT Qualify as "Damaged"

  • Manufacturing defects: If the item shows signs of defects or damage that you believe occurred before shipment — and there are no visible signs that the outer packaging was mishandled during transit — this is a manufacturing issue, not a shipping damage claim. Please contact our support team separately.
  • Minor cosmetic issues: Small nicks, scratches, or marks on packaging that do not affect the usability of the product inside are not considered damage under this policy.
  • Pre-existing condition: Any damage that clearly pre-dates the shipment is not covered.

7. How to File a Claim

Filing a claim is straightforward. You will need two pieces of information:

Required Information

  • Your Order Number — found in your order confirmation email.
  • Your Tracking Number — found in your shipping confirmation email.

Claim Support

Contact our support team directly at:

[email protected]

Our team reviews most claims within 2 business days.

Steps to File

  1. Contact our support team via [email protected] .
  2. Provide your order number and tracking number.
  3. Let us know the type of issue: Lost, Stolen, or Damaged.
  4. For damage claims, attach clear photos and/or video of the damaged item and packaging.
  5. For stolen claims, confirm the package was marked as delivered and that you did not receive it.
  6. Submit your claim. Our team will review it and respond within 2 business days.
⚠️ Important:

Claims must be filed within the timeframes outlined in each section above.

Claims submitted outside these windows may not be eligible for coverage.

8. Resolution Options

If your claim is approved, we will resolve the issue using one of the following methods. Our goal is always to make you whole:

Option 1 — Product Replacement

We will send a replacement shipment of the lost, stolen, or damaged item(s) at no charge to you, subject to product availability.

Replacement orders are shipped with standard processing and shipping times.

Option 2 — Store Credit

If a replacement cannot be sent (for example, if the item is temporarily out of stock), we will issue store credit equal to the value of the affected item(s).

Store credit can be used on any future order at lotilabs.com.

📌 We do not offer cash refunds or refunds to the original payment method under Loti Labs Shipping Protection.

Resolution is provided exclusively as a product replacement or store credit.

9. Claim Deadlines

To be eligible for coverage, claims must be filed within the following timeframes:

Issue Type Earliest You Can File Deadline
Lost – Domestic 7 days after last update 30 days
Lost – International 20 days after last update 30 days
Stolen 5 days after delivery 30 days
Damaged Immediately 30 days

10. What Is Not Covered

The following situations are excluded from Loti Labs Shipping Protection regardless of circumstances:

  • Carrier delays: Shipments that are delayed but not lost or damaged are not covered. This includes delays on expedited shipping options such as overnight or two-day delivery.
  • Invalid shipping address: If the delivery failed because an incorrect or undeliverable address was entered at checkout.
  • Refused delivery: If you chose not to accept the package when the carrier attempted delivery.
  • Customs-related issues: Packages held, seized, or delayed by customs or government agencies for any reason including unpaid duties, incomplete paperwork, or prohibited items.
  • Pre-shipment orders: Orders that have not yet entered carrier transit (status: label created, pre-shipment, shipment information received).
  • Manufacturing defects: Product quality issues that existed prior to shipment, not caused by transit.
  • Orders without protection: Only orders for which Shipping Protection was purchased at checkout are eligible.
  • Willful misrepresentation: Claims found to contain false or fraudulent information will be denied.
  • Cash on delivery non-payment: If the package was returned because delivery payment was not collected.

11. Frequently Asked Questions

Is Loti Labs Shipping Protection required?
No. Shipping Protection is entirely optional and can be added or removed during checkout. If you choose not to add protection, your order is not covered in the event of loss, theft, or damage.
What information do I need to file a claim?
You will need your order number and tracking number. For damage claims, you will also need to submit photos or video of the damaged item and packaging.
How long does it take to resolve a claim?
Our team reviews claims within 2 business days. If additional information is needed, we will contact you to keep the process moving as quickly as possible.
Can I get a cash refund instead of store credit?
No. Under Loti Labs Shipping Protection, approved claims are resolved via product replacement or store credit only. Cash refunds to the original payment method are not offered through this program.
My package was marked "delivered" but I never got it. What do I do?
Wait at least 5 days from the delivery date before filing. After 5 days, if you still have not received it, contact our support team with your order number and tracking number. You must file within 30 days of the delivery date.
My package is stuck in transit but still shows occasional movement. Is it lost?
Not necessarily. A package is considered lost when there has been no tracking update for 7 days (domestic) or 20 days (international). If your package is still showing updates, it is still in transit.
Do I need to return a damaged item?
In most cases, no. Once you submit photos documenting the damage and we confirm the issue, you can typically keep or dispose of the damaged item.
What if the replacement item is out of stock?
If we are unable to send a replacement because the item is out of stock, we will issue store credit instead.
Can I add Shipping Protection after placing my order?
No. Shipping Protection must be added at the time of checkout. It cannot be applied retroactively.