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How would you get blacklisted by ASOS?

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Recently we wrote about ASOSs announcement that they are cracking down on their returns policy to stop fraud.

While there was some good news – that the return period is now longer – the brand also announced that they would be taking more notice of those who repeatedly order and return an excessive amount of clothes, to prevent fraudulent activity.

They said: We also need to make sure our returns remain sustainable for us and for the environment, so if we notice an unusual pattern, we might investigate and take action. Its unlikely to affect you, but we wanted to give you a heads up.

However, they did add that this is generally a very small percentage of people – recognising the act as more than what the most loyal of customers would buy and return.

They continued: If we notice an unusual pattern of returns activity that doesnt sit right: e.g. we suspect someone is actually wearing their purchases and then returning them or ordering and returning loads – way, waaay more than even the most loyal ASOS customer would order – then we might have to deactivate the account and any associated accounts.

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So, how can you make sure you arent blacklisted when returning new clothes?

Women's clothes hang on a rail in the headquarters of Asos Plc in London, U.K., on Wednesday, July 17, 2013. Asos Plc, the U.K.'s largest online-only fashion retailer, last month reported a 45 percent increase in third-quarter retail sales, with growth accelerating from 37 percent in the previous quarter. Photographer: Chris Ratcliffe/Bloomberg via Getty Images
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Well, ASOS understands that some items just wont work for you and youll want your money back. In most cases, returns will be totally fine.

Acceptable reasons would be if the clothes dont fit, or if you simply dont like them in person compared to what they looked like on the website.

As long as the item is still in its original condition, ASOS accepts the returns for free.

If you return an item requesting a refund within 28 days of receiving it, theyll give you a full refund by way of the original payment method.

If you return an item requesting a refund within 29 and 45 days of receiving it, theyll give you an ASOS gift voucher for the amount equivalent to the price you paid for the item.

They dont accept returns for unwanted items after these return periods.

To make sure you do get a refund, you need to keep the item clean, and if it contains a hygiene strip, it must not have been removed.

This means you definitely should not wear the item before returning – which would count as fraud. If you liked the outfit enough to wear it out, but not to actually buy it, you shouldnt be returning it for a refund.

Completed customer orders sit in a trolley ahead of shipping at Asos Plc's distribution warehouse in Barnsley, U.K., on Tuesday, April 22, 2014. Asos, the U.K.'s largest online-only fashion retailer, said it plans to more than triple revenue as increased spending on warehousing and distribution enables it to support an even bigger customer base. Photographer: Chris Ratcliffe/Bloomberg via Getty Images
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ASOS says: Of course, its fine to try an item on like you would in a shop, but please dont actually wear it.

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If an item is returned to us damaged, worn or in an unsuitable condition, we wont be able to give you a refund and we may have to send it back to you (and ask you to cover the delivery costs). All items are inspected on return.

To make sure you arent looked as suspiciously, make sure you are using ASOS in a reasonable way – which comes under its fair use category, where they explain that if you are to order and return an exceptionalRead More – Source

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