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Returns made simple

We open, grade, and restock your returns within three business days, so sellable units go back up for sale instead of sitting in a pile. Your refund tool updates automatically once the inspection matches.

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Why Flexport Returns

Turn returns back into revenue

  • Save money and focus on growing

    Flexport Returns runs on transparent, competitive pricing, so you can put savings back into growing your business instead of guessing at hidden fees.

  • Accelerate restocking with rapid return processing

    We'll process your returns within three business days and allow you to maintain strong coverage. Reduce the need for additional building space and consolidate your inventory into one network.

  • Streamline operations and reclaim your time

    Eliminate the tedious back-and-forth with buyers and the manual handling of inspecting returns. Flexport becomes your dedicated returns management partner, allowing you to save invaluable time and improve buyer satisfaction.

How it works

  • Flexport Create Return Label screen showing product, ship-from, return-to and shipping-service fields with an expected total

    A return order is created by the merchant in Seller Portal or through integration tools (e.g. Loop), along with the return label.


FLEXPORT PLATFORM

Returns are easier than ever before

Flexport Seller Portal Receive Returns item-verification screen with garment photos and product attributes

Recover lost revenue and protect margins with a scalable, end-to-end returns management solution.

  • Maximize returns recovery

    Maximize returns recovery through consistent inspection standards and optimized reconditioning workflows.

  • Maintain your quality standards

    Maintain your exact quality standards for inspection and rework regardless of volume fluctuations or seasonal staffing changes.

  • Flag fraudulent returns

    Get reports on fraudulent returns to withhold refunds and minimize revenue leakage.


EASY INTEGRATION

We integrate with the leading returns partners

  • amazonLoopnarvarreturn-go

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Transform your returns process with Flexport

Elevate your customer service, reduce operational overhead, and empower your team to focus on what truly matters – growing your business.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What is Flexport Returns?

Flexport Returns is a reverse logistics solution that makes it easy for your customers to send back unwanted or defective products. It's designed to improve customer satisfaction while helping you recover value from returned items.

How does Flexport Returns work?

Customers send returns to designated Flexport processing facilities. Once received, items are inspected, processed, and either restocked, refurbished, recycled, or disposed of according to your business rules.

Does Flexport provide prepaid return labels?

Yes. Flexport can generate prepaid return labels and integrate with your customer service platforms so shoppers can easily initiate returns.

How quickly are returns processed?

Processing times depend on the service level you choose and the product inspection requirements. Many returns are processed within a few business days of arriving at a Flexport facility.

Can Flexport restock returned items?

Yes. When items are in resellable condition, Flexport can return them to available inventory in your warehouse network so they can be sold again, reducing lost revenue.


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