Buying Products
How to open a dispute
If something went wrong with a purchase and the seller cannot fix it through messages, you can open a dispute and the Noka team will mediate.
When to open a dispute
- Not as described: the product does not match the photos or description.
- Corrupted files: the downloaded files are damaged or do not open.
- Missing files: a format the listing promised was not delivered.
- Technical issues: the file does not work with the machines or software the seller declared.
- Duplicate purchase: you were charged twice by mistake.
- Other: any other problem you can document.
Try messaging the seller first
Most issues are resolved quickly through direct messaging. Sellers want happy customers and usually respond within hours. Open a dispute only if the seller does not reply or the problem cannot be solved between you.
Time limit
You have 14 days from the purchase date to open a dispute. After that, the order is considered final.
Steps
- Go to My purchases and open the order.
- Click Open Dispute on the order detail page (only visible while the 14-day window is open).
- Pick the reason that best matches your problem.
- Describe what happened in detail. Be specific: what you expected, what you received, what you tried.
- Attach evidence if you have it: screenshots, error messages, comparisons. Files go through the same secure storage as your purchases.
- Submit. The seller and the Noka team are notified immediately.
What happens next
- The Noka team reviews your dispute and forwards it to the seller, who has 7 days to respond.
- You and the seller can exchange messages inside the dispute thread to clarify or share more evidence.
- An admin issues a final resolution: full refund, partial refund, or denied if the claim cannot be supported.
- You will receive an email at every step.
Tips for a good dispute
- Be factual and concrete. Lead with what is wrong, not how you feel.
- Attach evidence. Screenshots and error messages make the case much stronger.
- Keep the tone respectful - the seller is a person, and disputes that go through dialogue resolve faster.
- Avoid opening a dispute the same day if you have not given the seller at least 24 hours to respond to messages.