Shipping policy
Time zone: All cutoff times reference Eastern Time (ET).
Processing Times
- In-stock items: Ship within 1–2 business days (Mon–Fri, excluding U.S. holidays).
- Order cutoff: Orders placed after 12:00 pm ET process the next business day.
- Preorders / backorders: Estimated ship windows are shown on the product page and in your order confirmation.
Shipping Options & Estimated Transit
- Standard (US): 3–7 business days
- Expedited (US): 2–3 business days
- Priority (US): 1–2 business days, carrier selection varies by destination and package size (UPS, USPS, FedEx, or equivalent). Estimates begin after your package leaves our facility and exclude weekends/holidays.
Shipping Rates & Free Shipping
- Continental U.S. orders: Free Standard Shipping for email subscribers (after discounts, before tax), non-subscribers calculated at checkout.
- Noncontiguous U.S.: Real-time carrier rates shown at checkout.
- Expedited/Priority: Calculated at checkout.
- International: Real-time carrier rates shown at checkout.
Tracking
You’ll receive a tracking link by email when your order ships. Tracking may take up to 24 hours to update after the label is created.
Delivery Issues (Lost, Delayed, or Stolen)
- Marked “delivered” but not received: Check with household members and neighbors; Look around entrances/mailrooms; Contact the carrier. If the package can’t be found, then email sales@vitriware.com within 7 days of the scanned delivery date and we’ll assist.
- In-transit delays: Weather, carrier capacity, and customs may add time. We can help advocate with carriers, but delays outside our control aren’t refundable.
PO Boxes, APO/FPO/DPO
- PO Boxes: Available via USPS services.
- APO/FPO/DPO: We’re happy to ship via eligible USPS methods; note extended transit times.
Holiday & Peak Periods
During peak seasons (e.g., November–December, major holidays), processing and transit times may extend by 1–3 business days. Order early to ensure on-time delivery.
Questions?
We’re here to help. Email sales@vitriware.com with your order number and question.