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Buyer Shield is a buyer protection program that offers you protection of up to $400 when buying eligible goods on OZtion. It has been designed to protect you from fraudulent sellers when shopping on OZtion.

Learn about Buyer Shield

Eligible goods paid for by PayPal, Paymate or Credit Card and posted by 'Proof of Delivery' postage will be eligible for up to $400 Buyer Shield protection if you do not receive the goods you paid for.

Note: Buyer Shield covers goods that can be physically shipped by 'Proof of Delivery' postage (registered/insured post or proof of delivery courier) and paid for by either PayPal, Paymate or Credit Card, from sellers that have completed Phone or Australia Post Verification and have a 98% or more unique satisfied buyers rating. Read the Buyer Shield Terms and Conditions to find out more.

What is 'Proof of Delivery' postage?
Proof of delivery postage requires that a signature is obtained on delivery (the item can be tracked). Australia Post offer Registered/Insured Post and most courier companies offer 'Proof of Delivery'.

How do I know if an item is covered by Buyer Shield?

Look for the Buyer Shield logo in the item description page and ensure you check the eligibility requirements in the Buyer Shield Terms and Conditions.

Buyer Shield Section

Why do some items have a higher amount of cover?

The amount you can claim is dependant on the Eligible Seller's rating and verification level at the time of the purchase (see table below) of the Eligible Goods. You may claim an amount paid by you of up to $400.

Seller Rating & Verification Level Maximum Claim Amount
Phone Verified $50
Australia Post Verified $100
Phone Verified and 50 or more satisfied ratings from unique buyers $100
Australia Post Verified and 50 or more satisfied ratings from unique buyers $200
Phone Verified and Australia Post Verified $200
Phone Verified and Australia Post Verified and 50 or more satisfied ratings from unique buyers $400

I did not receive the goods. What should I do first?

If you do not receive the goods you paid for, there are several procedures and policies in place to help. See Buyer Protection Programs for more information.


I'm a seller, how can I have the Buyer Shield section shown on my items?

  1. Become Phone Verified or Australia Post Verified; and
  2. Offer 'Proof of Delivery' postage (registered/insured post or proof of delivery courier) if requested and paid for by your buyer. You must turn this on in your Selling Preferences; and
  3. Offer either PayPal, Paymate or Credit Card as an accepted payment method; and
  4. Ensure you maintain a 98% or more unique satisfied buyers rating; and
  5. Read the Buyer Shield Terms and Conditions.

Consider becoming Australia Post Verified to increase the amount of cover on your items.

 


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