Frequently Asked Questions
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What is CaptainGreek? Marketplace
CaptainGreek is a curated Mediterranean marketplace for pantry essentials, coffee and tea rituals, table goods, gifts, local finds, and selected products from trusted partners.
You can shop through one CaptainGreek experience, while each marketplace partner remains responsible for the products they list, their inventory, fulfillment, and customer-service commitments.
Where should I go first when I need help? Support Routing
For active order, return, account, vendor, checkout, billing, or technical issues, use the Support Center. A ticket keeps your request organized and easier to track.
For general product questions, business inquiries, media requests, or website feedback that is not tied to a case, use the Contact page.
Shopping and product discovery
Find the right products, compare origin details, ask product questions, and save favorites for later.
How do I find products on CaptainGreek? Browse
Use site search, category navigation, regional browsing, and product cards. Popular paths include Greek Olive Oil & Olives, Greek Herbs & Spices, Coffee & Tea Rituals, New Arrivals, and Today’s Deals.
Specific searches work best. Try “Greek oregano,” “olive oil,” “Turkish coffee maker,” “tea maker,” or a brand name.
Can I shop by country or origin? Origin
Yes. Product pages may include origin, brand story, ingredient, material, size, compatibility, or preparation details depending on what the vendor has provided.
If a listing does not clearly answer an origin, ingredient, or compatibility question, ask before buying.
How do I ask a product question before buying? Product Questions
Use the product question or contact option where available, or open a Product Questions request through the Support Center. Include the product name, product link, and what you need confirmed.
Helpful details include allergy restrictions, appliance compatibility, size, origin, gift timing, and shipping destination.
Can customers leave reviews? Reviews
CaptainGreek may allow customers to leave reviews, ratings, or photos for purchased products and the buying experience. Reviews should be honest, relevant, and focused on the product or transaction.
Please do not include private information, personal attacks, spam, or unrelated content.
Can I save products for later? Wishlist
Yes. Use the Wishlist feature while signed in to save pantry staples, gift ideas, coffee and tea tools, and items you may want to compare or buy later.
Orders, shipping, and delivery
Track your order, understand separate packages, update address concerns quickly, and report delivery problems.
How do I track my order? Tracking
Use Track Order. You will need your Order ID, billing last name, and either the email address or billing ZIP code used at checkout.
Signed-in customers can also view order status from their account. If tracking is available, it should appear in the order details and may also be sent by email.
Why did my order arrive in more than one package? Multi-Vendor Orders
CaptainGreek is a multi-vendor marketplace. If your cart includes products from more than one vendor, each vendor may ship their portion separately.
This can create different packages, tracking numbers, delivery dates, and return instructions. Check each shipment in your order details.
How much is shipping and how long will delivery take? Shipping
Shipping cost and delivery timing depend on the vendor, item size and weight, destination, shipping method, and handling time.
Available shipping options should be shown during checkout before you place the order. After shipment, use the tracking number to follow the package.
What should I do if my item arrives damaged, missing, or wrong? Delivery Issue
Inspect your order as soon as possible after delivery. If something is damaged, defective, incomplete, or not what you ordered, contact the vendor or open a Support Center request promptly.
Include your order number, product name, photos of the item and packaging, tracking number, and a short explanation.
What if I entered the wrong shipping address? Address
Contact support as soon as you notice the mistake. If the order has not shipped, the vendor may be able to correct it. If a label has already been created or the package has shipped, changes may not be possible.
If a package is delivered to the address you provided, returned, or disposed of because of an incorrect address or failed pickup, refund eligibility may be affected.
Do international orders have customs or import duties? International
If international shipping is available for an item, customs duties, import taxes, brokerage fees, or local charges may apply depending on the destination country.
These charges are usually determined by local authorities and may be the customer’s responsibility unless stated otherwise at checkout or in the vendor’s terms.
How are digital products handled? Digital Items
Digital items, downloads, license keys, or streaming access are generally final once delivered or accessed, unless the file is defective, the wrong file was delivered, a refund is legally required, or the listing promises a different policy.
Returns, RMA requests, and refunds
Before sending anything back, start with the correct return request so your case can be reviewed properly.
What is the CaptainGreek return policy? Return Policy
Return and refund policies may vary by vendor and product. Always check the product page and vendor policy before purchasing, especially for food, personal care, custom, final-sale, or digital items.
If a vendor does not publish a specific return policy, the default approach is generally that a non-perishable, non-personalized item may be returned within 30 days of delivery in original condition, subject to platform and vendor rules.
How do I start a return? RMA
Start with an RMA request before sending anything back. Sign in, go to your account returns area, select the order and product, choose the requested resolution, add the reason, upload photos if useful, and submit.
After approval, follow the instructions in the RMA thread. The return instructions may include a shipping label, return address, RMA number, or barcode.
Who pays for return shipping? Return Shipping
If the item is defective, damaged, incomplete, or not as described, the vendor may be responsible for return shipping or reimbursement.
If the return is due to buyer’s remorse or preference, the vendor’s policy may require the customer to pay return shipping. Do not send anything back without approval and instructions.
How long does a refund take? Refund Timing
After the vendor receives the returned item, or receives acceptable evidence that the item was shipped back, the vendor reviews the return and processes the refund through CaptainGreek’s system.
Once processed, the credit usually returns to the original payment method. Your bank or card issuer may take additional business days to post the credit.
Which items may be non-returnable? Exceptions
Some categories may be final sale or non-returnable for health, safety, customization, or delivery reasons. Examples may include perishable goods, opened personal care products, custom-made or personalized items, and digital downloads after access.
If one of these items arrives damaged, defective, incomplete, or different from the listing, still open a support or RMA request.
What if the vendor and I cannot agree on a return or refund? Dispute Help
Keep the conversation in the CaptainGreek RMA or Support Center thread. If you cannot resolve the issue with the vendor, CaptainGreek Support may review the order history, ticket notes, photos, tracking, and other evidence and help mediate a practical resolution.
Checkout, taxes, privacy, and security
Understand payment methods, tax, card security, cookies, and privacy choices.
What payment methods are accepted? Checkout
Customers pay during checkout using the payment methods CaptainGreek supports at the time of purchase, such as credit/debit card and other enabled processors. The exact available options are shown at checkout.
Does CaptainGreek store full credit card numbers? Payment Security
No. CaptainGreek does not store full credit card numbers or sensitive payment information on its servers. Payment details are transmitted securely to the payment processor, such as Stripe.
CaptainGreek keeps only the transaction metadata needed for records, support, fraud prevention, tax, and accounting.
Will I be charged sales tax, VAT, or import duties? Tax
Applicable sales tax or similar taxes may be calculated and collected at checkout depending on your shipping location, product type, and marketplace obligations.
International customers may also be responsible for local import duties, customs fees, brokerage fees, or other charges assessed by the destination country.
Can I request access, correction, or deletion of my data? Privacy Rights
Yes, subject to applicable law and recordkeeping requirements. Customers and vendors may request access, correction, deletion, portability, marketing opt-out, or other privacy rights through the contact methods listed in the Privacy Policy.
Is shopping on CaptainGreek secure? Security
CaptainGreek uses common security practices such as secure payment processors, access controls, firewalls, monitoring, software updates, and security testing.
You should also protect your account by using a strong unique password, keeping your email secure, and contacting support immediately if you suspect unauthorized access.
Account and technical help
Get help with login issues, checkout errors, cart behavior, and support tickets.
I cannot log into my account. What should I do? Login
- Confirm you are using the correct email address.
- Use the “Forgot Your Password?” link on the login page.
- Check spam or promotions folders for the reset email.
- Clear browser cache/cookies or try a private window.
- Try another updated browser or device.
If you still cannot sign in, open a Support Center request and include the email address on the account, the error message, browser/device, and when the issue started.
What should I do if checkout is not working? Checkout
Refresh the page, confirm your billing and shipping details, and make sure your payment method is accepted and has not been blocked by your bank. Then try a private window or another browser.
If the issue continues, open a technical support request. Include screenshots, error messages, the products in your cart, browser/device, and the approximate time the issue happened. Do not include full card numbers.
Why does the page not reload when I add an item to cart? Ajax Cart
That is expected behavior. CaptainGreek can use Ajax cart behavior, which means the item is added in the background without a full page reload. The cart icon or mini-cart should update after the action.
If the cart does not update, confirm JavaScript is enabled, refresh the page, or try another browser. If it repeats, open a technical ticket with the product URL and browser/device details.
What details should I include in a support ticket? Ticket Quality
Include the issue type, order number if applicable, email used at checkout, product name or URL, clear description, screenshots, tracking number, browser/device, and any error message.
For returns, include photos of the item and packaging. For technical issues, include the exact page URL and what you clicked before the issue happened.
When should I use email instead of the Support Center? Contact
Use the Support Center for order, return, account, vendor, catalog, checkout, or technical issues. Use email for general product information, policy clarification, website feedback, media, or business proposals.
- General questions: [email protected]
- Partnerships: [email protected]
- Media: [email protected]
Vendors and marketplace partners
Learn how selling works, what to prepare, and what CaptainGreek expects from marketplace partners.
What types of businesses can apply to become a partner? Eligibility
Product brands, artisans, importers, local retailers, specialty shops, suppliers, cafes, restaurants, hospitality sellers, and businesses with a strong origin story may apply if they fit the CaptainGreek marketplace experience.
How does the partner application process work? Onboarding
- Apply: Share your business details, product category, and partnership interest.
- Review: CaptainGreek reviews product fit, standards, fulfillment, and customer experience.
- Prepare: Organize product information, images, pricing, inventory, policies, and compliance details.
- Launch: Go live with a polished marketplace presence.
Start here: Partner With Us.
What product information should vendors prepare? Product Data
Prepare product titles, descriptions, SKU or identifiers, price, inventory quantity, product images, origin details, ingredient or material information, dimensions or compatibility, handling time, shipping method, return policy, and any required warnings or labels.
What products are prohibited or restricted? Compliance
Vendors may only list products allowed by CaptainGreek policy and applicable law. Prohibited examples include illegal or regulated items, weapons, hazardous materials, counterfeit or infringing goods, stolen goods, certain obscene materials, protected wildlife items, misleading health products, and improperly packaged or non-compliant perishable/restricted food.
Vendors are responsible for product legality, labeling, safety, authenticity, intellectual property rights, and required licenses or permits.
What are vendor shipping responsibilities? Fulfillment
Vendors must ship within their stated handling time, use reliable shipping methods, provide accurate weight and dimensions, package products safely, and upload tracking information as soon as available.
Where the CaptainGreek UPS label flow applies, vendors should create the proper label, ship to the checkout address, create separate labels for multi-box shipments, and keep tracking attached to the order record.
How should vendors communicate with customers? Customer Service
Respond promptly, clearly, and courteously through CaptainGreek’s messaging or support tools. Keep order, return, and product communications on the platform so there is a clear record.
Vendors should not encourage off-platform transactions or ask customers to pay directly outside CaptainGreek.
What vendor fees or commissions apply? Fees
Vendor fees may include sales commissions, payment-processing charges, listing fees, subscription fees, promotional placement fees, advertising fees, category-specific fees, or other amounts disclosed in the current Vendor Fee Schedule or vendor policies.
Keep exact percentages and plan prices only if the active fee schedule is final and maintained.
What tax responsibilities do vendors have? Vendor Tax
Vendors are responsible for understanding their own tax obligations, including sales tax, VAT, GST, income tax, product-specific taxes, import/export obligations, and business filings.
CaptainGreek may calculate, collect, and remit marketplace taxes where legally required, but vendors should maintain their own records and consult a tax professional.
NearBuy, affiliate, business, and media
Find the right path for local discovery, affiliate promotion, business buying, partnerships, and press inquiries.
What is NearBuy? Local Discovery
NearBuy is CaptainGreek’s local market discovery experience. When available in your area, you can set your ZIP code to discover nearby CaptainGreek partners, pantry goods, local services, or local fulfillment options.
NearBuy is opening market by market, so results depend on whether approved partners currently serve your ZIP code.
How does the CaptainGreek Affiliate Program work? Affiliate
Affiliates can promote CaptainGreek products with links, banners, and other promotional materials. Depending on current program settings and vendor terms, affiliates may earn commissions for eligible clicks, unique visitors, or completed sales.
Can affiliates run paid ads? Affiliate Rules
It depends on the vendor and current affiliate rules. Affiliates should review the Commission Rates, vendor notes, and Affiliate Terms before launching ads or using coupons, brand terms, or product claims.
Where should wholesale, supplier, or collaboration inquiries go? Partnerships
For corporate alliances, co-marketing, wholesale supply, restaurant or hospitality buying, brand partnerships, or longer-term business opportunities, contact [email protected] or start from the Contact page.
Where do press, media, and influencers contact CaptainGreek? Media
Email [email protected]. Include your publication or channel, deadline, requested assets, campaign angle, interview request, or collaboration details.