Shipping policy
How we ship
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We partner with vetted suppliers who pack and ship orders directly from their facilities.
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Orders may ship in separate packages if items come from different warehouses.
Processing time
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Typical processing: 1–3 business days (Mon–Fri, excluding holidays).
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Pre-orders/backorders will show an estimated ship date on the product page or in your order email.
Transit time & carriers
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Standard domestic delivery: 3–7 business days after dispatch (estimate only).
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Carriers may include USPS, UPS, FedEx, or DHL—selected automatically for speed and reliability.
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Tracking numbers are emailed when a label is created; allow 24–48 hours for scans to appear.
Shipping rates
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Calculated at checkout based on weight, destination, and carrier rates.
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Any free-shipping promotions will be clearly labeled on product pages or at checkout.
Shipping area
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United States (contiguous 48 states).
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For AK/HI, U.S. territories, APO/FPO, or international addresses, contact support@portpilot.store for availability and a quote.
Address accuracy
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Please confirm your shipping address at checkout. We aren’t responsible for delays or losses due to incorrect or incomplete addresses.
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Once an order is processing, address changes may not be possible.
Order changes & cancellations
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Orders move quickly to our supplier network. We cannot guarantee cancellations or edits after submission. Email support@portpilot.store ASAP and we’ll try to help.
Delivery issues
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Marked “delivered” but not received: check with household members, neighbors, and your carrier first. If not found within 48 hours, email us.
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Damaged in transit or missing items: email support@portpilot.store within 72 hours of delivery with photos of the product and packaging so we can open a carrier/supplier claim.
Batteries & chargers
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Some products contain lithium batteries. Carriers may apply special handling (e.g., UN3481). This can affect routes and transit times.
Returns—where to send
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Most returns are supplier-direct and require a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) from us before you ship. Email support@portpilot.store to request an RMA.
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In select cases, we may ask you to send the item to Port Pilot for quality inspection (spot-check) before it moves to the supplier:
Port Pilot
6412 Brandon Ave #152
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Returns sent without an approved RMA may be refused. For eligibility, timing, and who pays return shipping, see our Return & Refund Policy.
International duties & taxes (if offered)
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Duties, taxes, and import fees are the customer’s responsibility and are not included in our prices unless stated otherwise.
Force majeure
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Weather, carrier backlogs, customs, or other events outside our control may extend delivery times.
Questions
support@portpilot.store