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Summary of our Terms of Service

Before shipping with Parcelhero, it is crucial to understand the terms to which you agree when accepting our Terms and Conditions. This includes the types of products you can and cannot ship with us and the level of compensation you will receive if your parcel is damaged or lost.

View the full version of our terms here


Our Parcel Protection terms

Parcel Protection is an easy and cost-effective way to protect your parcel to its full value if it's lost or damaged.

It should be noted that Parcel Protection is not an insurance policy. It simply extends Parcelhero's liability in the event of loss or damage.

Although our terms and conditions take precedence over any information presented here, this summary outlines the terms of our limits of liability and parcel protection.

Minimum liability offered by Parcelhero

Parcelhero provides the following levels of liability:

  • Super economy services (including EVRi) – No liability (additional protection up to £1,000 can be purchased)
  • All other services – £50 liability

Increase our minimum liability by purchasing Parcel Protection

The minimum liability can be increased by purchasing Parcel Protection:

  • Super economy services (including EVRi) – Up to £1,000
  • All other services – Up to £20,000

Please note that protection for higher values can be offered. However, it is necessary to contact us in advance of shipping to review shipment details and confirm compliance with our packaging criteria.

Claim voiding circumstances

Even with the purchase of parcel protection, claims might not be accepted under the following circumstances:

  1. The product being shipped is a Prohibited item or falls within the Compensation exclusion items list.*
  2. Damage is only to the exterior packaging (coverage does not extend to exterior packaging, only internal contents).
  3. Items have not been packaged in accordance with our labelling and packaging criteria.
  4. Watches and jewellery valued over £500 are shipped (liability is limited to £500).

Compensation Exclusions

Certain products are unsuitable for transportation by courier. If these items are shipped and damaged, compensation will not be provided unless prior authorisation* has been obtained. View exclusions list.

* Note on Prior Authorisation for Excluded Items: If an item on the excluded list is being sent, protection for damage can still be offered in some circumstances. Contact us in advance of shipping and provide images of the goods and packaging being used, so an assessment can be made regarding the provision of protection.


Additional Charges

Additional charges may apply to your shipment for any charges by the carrier that were not applied at the point of booking. For example, but not limited to:

  1. The carrier states that the dimensions or weight provided are inaccurate.
  2. The shipment is undeliverable and must be returned.
  3. Import duty or tax is due.

Should additional payment be required, the amount will be deducted from the original payment method. Parcelhero does not retain physical payment details or personal information; only a token generated by the payment merchant is stored.

An appeal for a carrier weight adjustment can only be made if photographic evidence of the parcel's weight and dimensions, along with the issued label, is provided. It is recommended that these photos be taken before shipping. Learn more