How to Request a Refund
Follow these steps to request a refund on KeyBay.
Before You Start
Check Eligibility:
- Code must be unused
- Within 30 days of purchase
- Valid reason required
- See [Refund Policy](/help/refund-policy)
Have Ready:
- Order number
- Purchase email
- Reason for refund
- Screenshots (if technical issue)
Method 1: Email Request
Step 1: Compose Email
To: support@keybay.io
Subject: Refund Request - Order #[YOUR-ORDER-NUMBER]
Step 2: Include Information
Required:
- Order number
- Email used for purchase
- Product name
- Reason for refund
Helpful:
- Screenshots of issues
- Error messages
- Steps you tried
- Preferred resolution
Step 3: Send & Wait
- Confirmation within 24 hours
- Decision within 48 hours
- Refund processed immediately upon approval
Method 2: Order Tracking Page
Step 1: Visit Order Page
Go to [/order](/order)
Step 2: Find Your Order
Enter:
- Order number, OR
- Email address
Step 3: Request Refund
- Click "Request Refund" button
- Fill out form
- Submit request
What Happens Next
1. Acknowledgment (Within 24h)
- Email confirming receipt
- Reference number assigned
- Expected timeline provided
2. Review (24-48h)
We verify:
- Order details
- Code usage status
- Eligibility criteria
- Account history
3. Decision
If Approved:
- Email confirmation
- Refund initiated
- Timeline provided
If Denied:
- Reason explained
- Alternative solutions offered
- Appeal process available
4. Processing
- Refund sent to original payment method
- 5-10 business days to appear
- Confirmation email sent
Valid Refund Reasons
✅ Eligible Reasons:
- Code doesn't work
- Wrong product received
- Duplicate purchase
- Technical issues preventing use
- Service unavailable
- Quality issues
❌ Not Eligible:
- Changed mind (after 24h)
- Code already used
- Outside 30-day window
- Terms violation
Refund Timeline
Approval Process:
- Request received: Immediate
- Review: 24-48 hours
- Approval: Immediate notification
Money Back:
- **Credit/Debit Cards:** 5-10 business days
- **PayPal:** 1-3 business days
- **Digital Wallets:** 3-5 business days
- **Bank Transfers:** 3-7 business days
Alternative Solutions
Instead of refund, we may offer:
Store Credit:
- Same value as purchase
- No expiration
- Use on any product
- Instant availability
Exchange:
- Different product
- Same or lesser value
- Immediate delivery
Discount:
- Percentage off next purchase
- Goodwill gesture
- Valid for 90 days
Tips for Faster Processing
1. Be Specific: Clear reason for refund
2. Provide Evidence: Screenshots help
3. Be Responsive: Reply to our emails quickly
4. Be Patient: Reviews take time
5. Be Honest: Accurate information speeds up process
If Your Request is Denied
You Can:
- Request detailed explanation
- Provide additional information
- File an appeal
- Escalate to manager
Appeal Process:
Email: support@keybay.io
Subject: "Refund Appeal - Order #[number]"
Include:
- Why you believe refund should be granted
- Additional evidence
- Reference to policy sections
Emergency Situations
For Urgent Issues:
- Email with "URGENT" in subject
- Explain why it's time-sensitive
- We'll prioritize review
Common Urgent Cases:
- Fraudulent purchase
- Account security issue
- Billing errors
- Immediate financial hardship
After Refund is Issued
You'll Receive:
- Email confirmation
- Refund reference number
- Expected deposit date
- Instructions to verify
Next Steps:
- Monitor bank account
- Check email for updates
- Contact support if delayed beyond timeline
Need Help?
Contact support@keybay.io for:
- Refund status
- Questions about process
- Additional assistance
- Dispute resolution
Related Articles
- [Refund Policy](/help/refund-policy)
- [Refund Processing Times](/help/refund-times)
- [Eligibility Criteria](/help/refund-eligibility)