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Who Uses Return Authorization?

Return Info

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Are you a consumer with questions about return or exchange transactions authorized by The Retail Equation? Request a copy of your return activity report.

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TickerThe number of valid returns authorized - over 99% of all returns - benefiting both shoppers and retailers.

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Do you have questions about your return activity report or return policies and authorizations? Contact one of our consumer returns experts.

17,000 Stores in North America...and Growing

The Retail Equation's return authorization solutions are quite common; used by 10 of the Top 100 retailers in the US and 6 retailers in the Fortune 500.  Overall, they can be found in over 17,000 stores (at least one store in every mall in America), in a wide variety of retail segments, including:

  • Specialty Apparel
  • Specialty Hard Goods
  • Auto Parts
  • Department stores
  • Discount Stores
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Footwear
  • General Merchandise
  • Home Improvement
  • Jewelry
  • Music/Video/Books
  • Office Products
  • Sporting Goods
  • and more

FAQ: Why is the Verify Return Authorization System Important for Consumers?

Rather than forcing retailers to impose stricter return policies such as “no receipt, no return” or 14-day limits on returns, the system actually allows retailers to offer the other 99 percent of consumers more lenient and flexible return policies.

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