Refund & Returns
At PhoneTeq, your satisfaction is our priority. Please read this policy carefully before making a purchase or booking a repair.
Last updated: 1 March 2026
Quick Summary
No Returns for change of mind — Replacement will be provided. Faulty products within 14 days for a full refund or replacement.
90-Day Repair Warranty — All repairs are covered by our 90-day workmanship warranty
Fast Processing — Refunds processed within 3–5 business days of receiving the return
No Hidden Fees — No restocking fees on change-of-mind returns in original condition
1. Product Returns — Change of Mind
We do not accept change-of-mind returns.
We do not accept returns for items that have been opened, used, or are not in resaleable condition unless the item is faulty.
2. Faulty or Damaged Products
If you receive a product that is faulty, damaged, or not as described, you are entitled to a remedy under Australian Consumer Law. Depending on the nature of the fault, this may include:
A full refund
A replacement with the same product
Repair at no cost to you
Please contact us within 14 days of receiving a faulty product to initiate a claim.
3. Repair Warranty
All repairs performed by PhoneTeq technicians are covered by a 90-day workmanship warranty. This covers:
Defects in parts supplied by us
Workmanship errors by our technicians
The same fault recurring within the warranty period
The warranty does not cover:
New or unrelated damage after the repair
Liquid damage repair, Motherboard repairs or devices with damaged frame.
Physical damage (drops, cracks) unrelated to the original repair
Software issues unrelated to the hardware repair performed
4. Refurbished Devices
All certified refurbished devices are covered by a 1-month warranty covering manufacturing defects and hardware faults. This does not cover accidental damage.
Refurbished devices can be returned within 30 days if found to be not as described or carrying an undisclosed fault.
5. How to Return an Item
To initiate a return or warranty claim:
Contact us at info@phoneteq.com.au or call +61 422 541 460
Provide your order number or booking reference and describe the issue
We will advise whether to bring the item to our store or ship it to us
Once received and inspected, we will process your refund, replacement, or repair within 3–5 business days
6. Refund Method
Refunds are issued to the original payment method. If payment was made by credit card, the refund may take 3–5 business days to appear depending on your bank. Cash refunds are available in-store for in-store purchases.
7. Shipping Costs
For change-of-mind returns, the customer is responsible for return shipping costs. For faulty or incorrectly described items, PhoneTeq will cover all return shipping costs.
8. Australian Consumer Law
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
9. Contact Us
For any questions about this policy, please contact:
Email: info@phoneteq.com.au
Phone: +61 422 541 460
Address: 3 Melrose Ave, Clearview SA 5085
