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Zalando Sets Formal Policy on Excessive Returns, Allowing Up to 12-Month Order Pauses

The company frames the change as a response to costly, wasteful return volumes.

Overview

  • Customers flagged for unusually high return activity will first receive an email warning.
  • If returns remain excessive, Zalando will restrict unspecified account functions before any suspension.
  • In severe cases, ordering can be paused for up to a year while account access and returns remain available.
  • The retailer says only a small share of users will be affected, citing a roughly 50% return rate and a 30-day return window.
  • To curb returns, Zalando is adding richer product details, 360-degree views, videos and AR try-ons, and it says a virtual fitting room is planned.