Delivery Policy
Effective Date: 10 September 2026
This Delivery Policy explains how My Aquarium Fish ships live aquarium fish, aquatic plants, and tank supplies across India. Please read it carefully before placing an order.
1. Shipping Coverage
We currently deliver within India through local home delivery, bus, courier, store pickup, and pickup-point options shown at checkout.
- Serviceable pin codes and methods may vary by product type (especially live fish).
- Remote or restricted locations may have limited options or longer transit times.
2. Processing Time
- Most orders are packed within 1–3 business days after payment confirmation.
- Live fish orders may need extra preparation time for safe packing and weather checks.
- Orders are generally not dispatched on Sundays or public holidays unless confirmed by our team.
3. Delivery Options & Timelines
Estimated delivery time starts after dispatch and depends on the method you select:
- Local Home Delivery: usually same day or next business day in supported areas.
- Bus / Courier Delivery: typically 2–7 business days based on distance and carrier schedules.
- Store Pickup / Pickup Point: ready as soon as packing is complete; we notify you when available.
4. Live Fish & Plant Delivery
Live livestock needs special handling. By ordering live fish or plants, you agree to these conditions:
- Fish are packed with oxygen and transit-ready bags or boxes suited to journey length.
- Someone should be available to receive the package promptly on arrival.
- Acclimate fish slowly to your tank temperature and water before release.
- Extreme weather (heat waves, cold snaps, heavy rain) may delay dispatch for livestock safety.
5. Shipping Charges
- Delivery charges (if any) are shown clearly at checkout based on method and destination.
- Live fish or oversized aquarium items may have special packing or freight fees.
- Promotional free-delivery offers apply only when stated on the product or checkout page.
6. Order Tracking
- After dispatch, tracking or pickup details are shared by SMS, WhatsApp, email, or your account order page when available.
- For bus delivery, we share bus details, parcel number, and expected arrival guidance.
7. Delays & Incorrect Address
We are not responsible for delays caused by:
- Courier, bus, or logistics partner disruptions
- Weather, roadblocks, strikes, or natural events
- Incomplete, incorrect, or unreachable delivery addresses or phone numbers
Please double-check your address and phone before placing the order. Failed delivery due to wrong details may require re-shipping at customer cost.
8. Damaged Delivery & DOA Claims
If dry goods arrive damaged, or live fish arrive DOA (dead on arrival):
- Contact us within 24 hours of delivery for live fish DOA claims, and within 48 hours for damaged dry goods.
- Share clear photos/videos of the unopened pack, fish condition, and order ID.
- Valid claims may be resolved by replacement, store credit, or refund as per our Refund & Return Policy.
- Delivery support:
- Email: support@myaquariumfish.com
- Phone: +918847849963