Shipping Policy
1. Overview
This Shipping Policy outlines how Affetto Gifts Ltd processes and delivers orders placed through our website.
We deliver within the United Kingdom unless otherwise stated.
2. Processing Times
Orders are typically processed within [1–3] working days of receipt of payment.
During peak periods (including Christmas, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and other seasonal events), processing times may be extended.
Orders placed on weekends or public holidays will be processed on the next working day.
3. Delivery Methods
We use trusted third-party courier services to deliver our hampers and gift sets.
Delivery options and estimated timeframes will be shown at checkout.
Delivery timeframes are estimates and are not guaranteed unless expressly stated.
4. Delivery Times
Standard UK delivery: [2–5 working days]
Express delivery (if offered): [1–2 working days]
Delivery times begin once the order has been dispatched.
We are not responsible for delays caused by:
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Courier network disruptions
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Adverse weather conditions
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Incorrect or incomplete delivery details
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Industrial action
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Circumstances outside our reasonable control
5. Delivery Address Responsibility
Customers are responsible for providing accurate and complete delivery information.
Affetto Gifts Ltd will not be liable for delays or non-delivery due to incorrect address details provided at checkout.
If goods are returned to us due to incorrect details:
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Additional delivery charges may apply for re-dispatch
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Refunds will exclude original shipping costs
6. Missed Deliveries
If a delivery attempt is unsuccessful, the courier may:
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Leave the parcel in a safe place
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Leave it with a neighbour
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Leave a calling card with redelivery instructions
It is the recipient’s responsibility to rearrange delivery where necessary.
We are not liable for parcels that are delayed due to failure to respond to courier contact attempts.
7. Risk and Ownership
Risk in the goods passes to the customer upon delivery to the address provided.
Ownership of goods transfers once full payment has been received.
8. Damaged in Transit
If your order arrives damaged:
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Notify us within 48 hours of delivery
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Provide clear photographs of the damage and packaging
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Include your order number
We will investigate and offer a replacement or refund where appropriate.
9. Large or Corporate Orders (B2B)
For bulk or corporate orders:
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Delivery dates must be agreed in advance in writing
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We are not liable for delays caused by third-party couriers once goods leave our premises
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Customers must ensure someone is available to receive delivery
Split deliveries may occur depending on volume.
10. International Shipping
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We currently ship within the United Kingdom only.