Shipping policy

SHIPPING POLICY

Last updated: January 24, 2026

Thank you for shopping at Next Gen Labs. We want to ensure your tech products arrive safely and on time. Please review our shipping policy below.

Shipping Locations

We currently ship to addresses within Australia. International shipping may be available for select products - please contact us for international shipping inquiries.

Processing Time

  • Orders are processed within 1-3 business days (Monday-Friday, excluding public holidays)
  • You will receive an order confirmation email once your order is placed
  • You will receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking information once your order ships
  • Orders placed on weekends or holidays will be processed the next business day

Shipping Methods and Delivery Times

We offer the following shipping options:

Standard Shipping (3-7 business days)

  • Most affordable option
  • Delivery within 3-7 business days after dispatch
  • Tracking provided

Express Shipping (1-3 business days)

  • Faster delivery option
  • Delivery within 1-3 business days after dispatch
  • Tracking provided
  • Additional fees apply

Shipping Costs

Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on:

  • Your delivery location
  • Package weight and dimensions
  • Selected shipping method

Free Shipping:

  • Free standard shipping on orders over $[amount] within Australia
  • Promotional free shipping offers may apply from time to time

Order Tracking

Once your order ships, you will receive:

  • A shipping confirmation email
  • Tracking number
  • Link to track your package

You can track your order by:

  • Clicking the tracking link in your shipping confirmation email
  • Visiting the carrier's website and entering your tracking number
  • Logging into your Next Gen Labs account

Delivery

Signature Requirements:

  • High-value items may require a signature upon delivery
  • If you're not available, the carrier will leave a notice with pickup instructions

Delivery Address:

  • Please ensure your shipping address is accurate and complete
  • We are not responsible for orders shipped to incorrect addresses provided by you
  • Address changes must be requested before the order ships

PO Boxes:

  • We can ship to PO Boxes for standard shipping
  • Express shipping may not be available to PO Box addresses

Delivery Issues

Lost or Stolen Packages:

  • If your tracking shows delivered but you haven't received your package, please:
    • Check with neighbors or building management
    • Verify the delivery address
    • Contact us within 48 hours
  • We will work with the carrier to investigate

Damaged Packages:

  • Inspect your package upon delivery
  • If the package appears damaged, note it with the carrier
  • Contact us immediately with photos of the damage
  • We will arrange a replacement or refund

Delayed Shipments:

  • Delivery times are estimates and not guaranteed
  • Delays may occur due to weather, carrier issues, or other circumstances beyond our control
  • We are not liable for delays caused by shipping carriers
  • Contact us if your order is significantly delayed

Incorrect or Missing Items

If you receive:

  • Wrong item: Contact us within 7 days with photos
  • Missing items: Contact us within 7 days with your order number
  • Damaged items: Contact us immediately with photos

We will arrange for a replacement or refund at no additional cost.

Customs and Import Duties (International Orders)

For international shipments (when available):

  • You are responsible for all customs fees, duties, and taxes
  • These fees are not included in our shipping costs
  • Customs processing may cause delays
  • We are not responsible for packages held or returned by customs

Undeliverable Packages

If a package is returned to us as undeliverable due to:

  • Incorrect address provided by you
  • Multiple failed delivery attempts
  • Refusal of delivery

You will be responsible for:

  • Return shipping costs
  • Reshipping fees (if you want the order resent)

We will contact you to arrange reshipment or refund (minus shipping costs).

Order Cancellation

  • Orders can be cancelled within 2 hours of placement
  • After processing begins, orders cannot be cancelled
  • Contact us immediately at [your email] to request cancellation
  • Refunds for cancelled orders will be processed within 5-7 business days

Shipping Restrictions

We cannot ship to:

  • Military addresses (APO/FPO) at this time
  • Certain remote locations (additional fees may apply)

Some products may have shipping restrictions based on:

  • Battery regulations (for items with lithium batteries)
  • Size or weight limitations
  • Carrier restrictions

Multiple Item Orders

  • Orders with multiple items may ship in separate packages
  • You will receive tracking information for each package
  • All items will be shipped to the same address

Holidays and Peak Seasons

During busy periods (holidays, sales events):

  • Processing times may be extended
  • Shipping carriers may experience delays
  • We recommend ordering early to ensure timely delivery
  • We will update you if delays are expected

Contact Us

For shipping questions or issues, please contact us:

Next Gen Labs Email: [your email address] Phone: [your phone number] Response time: Within 24-48 hours

Changes to Shipping Policy

We reserve the right to update this shipping policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

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