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Adidas Return Policy

Last verified: 2026-03-19

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www.adidas.com/us/help/us-returns-refunds/what-is-the-return-policy

Summary

Adidas offers a Most eligible online purchases: 30 days from receipt. Certain "Hype" items: 7 or 14 days. Performance running shoes: 30 days (can be returned in any condition). Buy with Prime items: 30 days. return window on most items. Product must be in its original state and packaging.. Receipt is required. Refunds are issued via refunds are generally issued to the original payment method. or orders paid fully with a gift card are refunded with a new digital gift card.. Holiday extension: Eligible adidas. Notable exceptions include certain items designated as final sale are not eligible for returns or exchanges (indicated on the product page)., face covers are not eligible for returns or exchanges for safety reasons., money can't buy product (mcbp) items are final sale., and more. Refund processing: It takes up to 5 business days for returns to be processed at the warehouse after arrival. Refunds to the original payment method can take up to 14 business days after processing, depending on your bank. Refunds via Adidas e-gift card are received immediately after warehouse processing. Total refund receipt can be within 30 days after return processing..

Return Window

Most eligible online purchases: 30 days from receipt. Certain "Hype" items: 7 or 14 days. Performance running shoes: 30 days (can be returned in any condition). Buy with Prime items: 30 days.

Receipt

digital ok

Category

clothing

Holiday Extension

Eligible adidas.com and app orders made from October 29 through January 13 can be returned or exchanged within 60 days of receipt. Eligible retail store purchases made from November 22 through January 31 can be returned within 60 days with a receipt.

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Return Conditions

  • Product must be in its original state and packaging.
  • All product components must be included (e.g., lace charms, spare laces, limited edition accessories).
  • Apparel must have original tags attached.
  • Accessories must have all parts of the original packaging.
  • Footwear must be in the original shoe box.
  • Protective lining (if applicable) must not have been removed due to health reasons.

Refund Methods

  • Refunds are generally issued to the original payment method.
  • Orders paid fully with a gift card are refunded with a new digital gift card.
  • For orders paid partially with a gift card, the gift card balance is refunded in full before refunding the credit card.
  • Adidas reserves the right to issue refunds through an Adidas gift card in some cases.
  • In-store credit at the current selling price may be given for store purchases returned without a receipt.
  • Klarna handles refunds for orders paid with Klarna.

Exceptions & Restrictions

  • Certain items designated as Final Sale are not eligible for returns or exchanges (indicated on the product page).
  • Face Covers are not eligible for returns or exchanges for safety reasons.
  • Money Can't Buy Product (MCBP) items are final sale.
  • Points for Products (P x P) items are final sale.
  • Personalized products are not returnable, except in cases of manufacturing defect.
  • Adidas reserves the right to deny resellers the benefit of its returns and refund policy, and may charge a restocking fee.
  • Items returned outside of policy or incorrect items sent back will be donated or discarded; unable to send them back to you.
  • Items lost in transit or not received by the warehouse will not be refunded.
  • Buy with Prime items must be returned to Amazon, not Adidas.

Online / Mail Returns

  • Most online orders can be returned within 30 days from the date of receipt.
  • Start a return via the Adidas website or app through your Order History.
  • Items purchased with Buy with Prime must be returned through your Amazon account.
  • Pre-paid return labels are provided for eligible returns.
  • Online purchases with a delivery fee cannot be returned in-store.

In-Store Returns

  • Items purchased at an Adidas store must be returned or exchanged in person at any Adidas retail location across the United States.
  • Original receipt is required for a full refund for in-store purchases.
  • Without a receipt for in-store purchases, a return may be limited to store credit at the current selling price.
  • If a product was reserved via the Adidas app and picked up in-store, it is subject to the store's return policy.

Gift Returns

  • Orders paid fully with a gift card are refunded with a new digital gift card.
  • For orders paid partially with a gift card, the gift card balance is refunded first.

Membership & Rewards Benefits

  • Store lookups for returns may be possible through an adiClub account.

Damaged or Defective Items

  • The Adidas warranty policy covers manufacturing defects within six months from the date of purchase with valid proof of purchase.
  • Defective personalized products can be returned.
  • If Adidas determines an item requires physical inspection for a warranty claim, a pre-paid return label will be provided.
  • Defective merchandise will not be returned to the customer once received by the Quality Assurance team.
  • Warranty claims are typically resolved within 1-3 weeks.
  • Depending on evaluation, an online credit voucher may be provided as a replacement.

Exchange Policy

  • Most items can be exchanged for free within 30 days of receipt.
  • Size exchanges are available online if the desired size is still in stock.
  • An item can only be exchanged once.
  • Items for exchange must be in their original state and packaging with tags attached.
  • The parcel for exchange must be dropped off within 10 days after initiating the exchange.
  • Unique/personalized items cannot be exchanged, unless there is a manufacturing defect.
  • Limited items may have a 14-day exchange period or may not be exchangeable; consider returning and reordering instead.
  • Items purchased with Buy with Prime are not eligible for exchanges.
  • In-store purchases can only be exchanged by returning to the store.

Additional Notes

  • Adidas reserves the right to limit returns and exchanges for any reason, including suspected fraudulent or abusive activity.
  • Adidas may, in its sole discretion, issue refunds through an Adidas gift card or require contacting Customer Service to initiate returns based on return history.
  • Adidas may no longer allow online purchases based on return history.
  • Seasonal surcharges included in the order's delivery total are non-refundable.
  • Order cancellation is possible within approximately 15 minutes after placing the order.
  • Order details like shipping method, payment, address, or item quantity cannot be edited once placed; cancel and re-purchase if changes are needed.

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