Refund & Cancellation Policy
Last updated: January 2024
1. Overview
This Refund & Cancellation Policy applies to all services provided by Charvak IT Consulting Pvt Ltd, including our Dokets VouchAI escrow platform (dokets.com) and consulting services (charvakit.com).
2. Dokets VouchAI - Escrow Transactions
2.1 Transaction Cancellation
- Before Payment: Transactions can be cancelled at any time before the buyer makes the payment.
- After Payment (Funds in Escrow): Cancellation is subject to mutual agreement between buyer and seller, or through our AI-powered dispute resolution.
- After Fund Release: Once funds are released to the seller, the transaction cannot be cancelled through the platform.
2.2 Refund Process
Eligible Refund Scenarios:
- Seller fails to deliver the promised product/service
- Product/service significantly differs from description
- Mutual agreement between buyer and seller
- Dispute resolution ruling in buyer's favor
- Transaction cancelled before fund release
Refund Timeline:
- Dispute resolution: Up to 7 business days
- Refund processing: 5-10 business days after approval
- Amount credited depends on the buyer's bank/payment method
2.3 Service Fee (1%)
- Cancelled before payment: No fee charged
- Refund due to seller fault: 1% fee refunded to buyer
- Refund due to buyer's change of mind: 1% fee may be retained
- Successful transaction: 1% fee is non-refundable
3. Web Development & Consulting Services
3.1 Project Cancellation
- Before project start: Full refund minus any non-recoverable costs
- During development: Refund based on work completed (pro-rata basis)
- After delivery: No refund, but revisions as per agreement
3.2 Quality Guarantee
- We provide revisions as per the project scope
- If deliverables don't meet agreed specifications, we'll fix at no additional cost
- Escalation to management if issues persist
4. Dispute Resolution Process (Dokets VouchAI)
- Step 1 - AI Assessment: Our AI analyzes the transaction details, communication, and evidence
- Step 2 - Automated Recommendation: AI provides a resolution recommendation within 24 hours
- Step 3 - Mutual Agreement: Both parties can accept the AI recommendation
- Step 4 - Manual Review: If no agreement, escalated to human review team (3-7 business days)
- Step 5 - Final Decision: Binding resolution based on evidence and platform policies
5. Non-Refundable Circumstances
Refunds will NOT be provided in the following cases:
- Buyer's remorse after successful delivery
- Violation of our Terms & Conditions
- Fraudulent claims or misuse of the platform
- Services already rendered and accepted
- Force majeure events beyond our control
6. How to Request a Refund
For Dokets VouchAI transactions:
- Log in to your Dokets VouchAI account
- Navigate to the specific transaction
- Click "Raise Dispute" or "Request Refund"
- Provide detailed reason and supporting evidence
- Our AI system will initiate the resolution process
For consulting services:
- Email hr@charvakit.com with subject "Refund Request"
- Include project details and reason for refund
- Our team will respond within 2 business days
7. Chargeback Policy
Initiating a chargeback with your bank/payment provider without going through our dispute resolution process first is a violation of our terms. We reserve the right to:
- Suspend your account
- Contest the chargeback with evidence
- Take legal action for fraudulent chargebacks
8. Payment Gateway (Razorpay)
Refunds are processed through Razorpay, our authorized payment gateway. Processing times depend on:
- Razorpay's refund processing: 2-5 business days
- Your bank's crediting time: 5-10 business days
- Payment method used (credit card, UPI, net banking, etc.)
9. Contact for Refund Queries
Charvak IT Consulting Pvt Ltd
Email: hr@charvakit.com
Subject Line: Refund Request - [Transaction ID]
Response Time: Within 2 business days
Dokets VouchAI Support:
Website: www.dokets.com
WhatsApp Support: Available through the platform
Email: hr@charvakit.com