1. Refund Overview
GoNexel offers condition-based refunds within a 30-day window from the date of service commencement. This policy is designed to be fair to both parties — protecting your investment while acknowledging the work and resources we commit to each project.
2. Refund Eligibility
You Are Eligible for a Refund If:
- Service Not Started: You request a refund before any work begins, within 30 days of payment. Full refund issued.
- Minimal Work Completed: Less than 10% of the project has been completed, within 30 days. Refund issued minus a 10% completion fee.
- Service Failure: GoNexel demonstrably failed to deliver the promised service or quality fell significantly below agreed standards. Full refund issued upon documented evidence.
- Duplicate Payment: You were accidentally charged twice. Full refund of the duplicate amount, processed immediately.
3. Non-Refundable Items
| Item | Reason | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Fees | Administrative costs incurred upfront | Account setup, domain registration, hosting setup |
| Consulting Services | Advisory services delivered in real-time | Strategy sessions, planning meetings, audits |
| Custom Development | Custom work cannot be resold or reused | Code beyond 10% completion |
| Approved Designs | Approved designs are final deliverables | Logo designs, UI mockups, brand guidelines |
| Third-Party Licences | Non-refundable from providers | Plugins, themes, software licences |
| Completed Deliverables | Final products already delivered | Websites, apps, designs, content |
| Subscription Renewals | Services already provided | Current billing period (future cancellation available) |
4. Refund Period
The refund window is 30 calendar days from the date of payment. After this period, no refunds will be issued.
| Timeline | Status |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Payment received — refund window opens |
| Day 1–30 | Refund window open — eligible requests accepted |
| Day 31+ | Refund window closed — no refunds available |
5. Refund Types
- Full Refund: 100% of service fees returned (excludes non-refundable items). Applies when service has not started or GoNexel failed to deliver.
- Partial Refund: Prorated based on work completed. Formula:
(100% − % work completed) × service fee. Example: 20% completed = 80% refund. - Condition-Based: GoNexel reviews the request considering work completed, quality, timeline, and circumstances. Decision within 5 business days; appeal within 7 days.
6. Refund Request Process
- Submit Request (within 30 days) — Email info@gonexel.com with subject "Refund Request — [Your Name]". Include: invoice number, reason, and supporting documents.
- GoNexel Review (5 business days) — Our team reviews eligibility, assesses work completed, and may request additional information.
- Decision (5 business days) — You receive an email notification: approved or denied, with detailed reasoning.
- Refund Processing (7–10 business days) — If approved, the refund is initiated to your original payment method.
- Confirmation (10–20 business days) — The refund appears in your account. A confirmation email is sent upon completion.
7. Decisions & Appeals
7.1 Denied Refunds
Refunds may be denied if: the request is outside the 30-day window, the item is non-refundable, or the service has been completed. You will receive a detailed explanation via email.
7.2 Appeal Process
You may appeal a denied refund within 7 days by emailing info@gonexel.com with additional information. A senior team member (not the original decision-maker) will review the appeal and provide a final decision within 5 business days.
8. Special Circumstances
- Service Quality Issues: Full or partial refund based on quality assessment. Evidence required.
- Missed Deadlines: Partial refund or service credit if business impact is demonstrated.
- Scope Changes: Refund for out-of-scope work, or renegotiation of project terms.
- Technical Issues: If GoNexel cannot resolve technical problems within 7 days, a refund is issued.
- Force Majeure: Refunds may be offered if service delivery becomes impossible due to natural disasters, war, or government action.
9. Cancellation & Refunds
- Notice Period: 30 days' written notice required for cancellation
- Ongoing Work: Payment due for all completed work
- Unused Services: Refunded on a prorated basis
- Early Termination Fee: Remaining contract value may be payable (may be waived in special circumstances)
10. Subscription Refunds
- Monthly: Cancel anytime with 30 days' notice. No refund for the current month; future months not charged.
- Annual: Cancel anytime. Prorated refund for unused months:
(months remaining ÷ 12) × annual fee. - Auto-Renewal: Cancel at least 7 days before renewal. No refund for auto-renewed periods.
11. Payment Method Refunds
| Method | Refunded To | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Credit/Debit Card | Original card | 5–10 business days |
| Bank Transfer | Original bank account | 7–10 business days |
| Digital Wallets | Original wallet/account | 3–5 business days |
GoNexel covers all refund processing fees. Bank charges levied by your financial institution are not our responsibility.
12. After Your Refund
- Service Access: Revoked immediately upon refund approval
- Deliverables: Ownership reverts to GoNexel; Client must remove all deliverables from production
- Client Data: Provided to you within 7 business days upon request
- Re-Engagement: You may hire GoNexel again in the future — no penalty for previous refunds; new service agreement required
Fraudulent refund requests will result in immediate account termination. GoNexel reserves the right to pursue legal action for fraudulent claims.
13. Contact & Support
GoNexel
Email: info@gonexel.com
Subject: "Refund Request"
Response: Within 5 business days
Support Hours: Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 6 PM IST