{"id":344,"date":"2026-07-17T14:07:58","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T12:07:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/returns-returns\/"},"modified":"2026-07-19T01:20:47","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T23:20:47","slug":"returns-withdrawal","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/returns-withdrawal\/","title":{"rendered":"Returns &#038; withdrawal"},"content":{"rendered":"<main class=\"phscoo-page\"><section class=\"phscoo-page-hero phscoo-page-hero--retouren-ruecksendung alignfull\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"phscoo-page-hero__media\" src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/phscoo-at\/assets\/images\/warranty.webp\" alt=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"object-position:center 62%\"><div class=\"phscoo-page-hero__overlay\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div><div class=\"phscoo-page-hero__inner\"><p class=\"phscoo-page-hero__eyebrow\">Process returns clearly and securely<\/p><h1>Returns &amp; withdrawal<\/h1><p class=\"lead\">Explain the cancellation, assign the return correctly and prepare the products or batteries safely for the return journey.<\/p><div class=\"phscoo-page-hero__actions\"><a class=\"phscoo-page-hero__primary\" href=\"mailto:support@phscoo.at\">Report cancellation or return<\/a><a class=\"phscoo-page-hero__secondary\" href=\"#muster-widerrufsformular\">Sample cancellation form<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"phscoo-section\"><p class=\"phscoo-section__eyebrow\">Which case is present?<\/p><h2>Distinguish between cancellation, voluntary returns and defects<\/h2><div class=\"phscoo-prose-grid\"><article><h3>Legal revocation<\/h3><p>Consumers can generally revoke a distance selling contract within 14 days without giving reasons. For goods, the period generally begins when possession is obtained.<\/p><\/article><article><h3>Voluntary returns<\/h3><p>Outside of a legal entitlement, a return is only possible after individual confirmation. Please do not return goods without notification.<\/p><\/article><article><h3>Defect or defect<\/h3><p>In the event of a defect, the statutory warranty rights apply. Report errors, order number and serial number before shipping the product.<\/p><\/article><\/div><\/section><section class=\"phscoo-section\" id=\"widerruf\"><p class=\"phscoo-section__eyebrow\">Distance selling<\/p><h2>Your legal right of withdrawal<\/h2><p>Consumers can generally withdraw from a contract concluded online, by telephone or outside of business premises within 14 days without giving reasons. In the case of a sales contract, the period generally begins on the day on which you or a third party named by you who does not act as a carrier receives the goods.<\/p><p>To meet the deadline, it is sufficient if you send the clear declaration of revocation before the deadline expires. The declaration is not bound to any particular form. You can use ours <a href=\"#muster-widerrufsformular\">Sample cancellation form<\/a> use, but you don&#8217;t have to.<\/p><div class=\"phscoo-legal-note\"><strong>Important:<\/strong> Prior registration makes assignment easier, but is not an additional requirement for the effective exercise of a statutory right of withdrawal.<\/div><\/section><section class=\"phscoo-section\"><h2>This is how you declare your revocation<\/h2><p>Send a clear statement by email or post to:<\/p><p><strong>Vienna E-Scooter e.U.<\/strong><br>Neustiftgasse 113, 1070 Vienna<br><a href=\"mailto:support@phscoo.at\">support@phscoo.at<\/a><\/p><p>For a quick assignment, name, address, order number, ordered item, date of order or receipt and a clear statement that you are revoking the contract will help. Keep proof of timely dispatch.<\/p><\/section><section class=\"phscoo-section\"><h2>Returns and refunds<\/h2><ol><li>Once you have declared your cancellation, you should generally return the goods you have received immediately and within 14 days at the latest, unless collection has been agreed.<\/li><li>Pack the product, accessories and documents completely and securely for transport. Photograph serial number and condition before packing.<\/li><li>Consumers bear the direct return costs if they were properly informed about this before the contract was concluded and we did not promise to take over.<\/li><li>We will generally refund the payments received, including the costs of the cheapest standard delivery offered, no later than 14 days after receipt of the declaration of cancellation.<\/li><li>For goods, we may withhold reimbursement until the goods have been received or you have provided proof of return, unless we have offered collection.<\/li><\/ol><p>Consumers only have to pay for any loss of value if this is due to handling that was not necessary to check the nature, properties and functionality.<\/p><\/section><section class=\"phscoo-section\"><h2>When the right of withdrawal can be excluded<\/h2><p>The law knows exceptions. This may include, in particular, clearly personalized goods or goods made according to customer specifications, unsealed goods with special hygiene or health protection reasons, as well as fully provided services if the legal requirements and express declarations are met.<\/p><p>Whether an exception applies depends on the specific contract. An e-scooter or battery is not automatically excluded from revocation simply because of its product type. The legal requirements and the information before the contract is concluded are decisive.<\/p><\/section><section class=\"phscoo-section\"><h2>Do not send batteries or damaged devices unannounced<\/h2><p>Lithium batteries are subject to special transport conditions. Do not charge, use, or ship a battery that is damaged, bloated, hot, leaking, or smelling unusual without prior consultation.<\/p><p>Contact us before packing a complete scooter or battery. We will clarify whether shipping, personal delivery or another secure processing method is required. This security agreement does not restrict the timely sending of your cancellation notice.<\/p><\/section><section class=\"phscoo-section\"><h2>Deficiency is not the same as withdrawal<\/h2><p>In the case of defective or non-conforming goods, statutory warranty rights may apply. The costs of a necessary return of defective goods are to be assessed differently than the costs of a return after a mere revocation.<\/p><ul class=\"phscoo-link-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/guarantee-statutory-warranty\/\">Guarantee &amp; statutory warranty<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#muster-widerrufsformular\">Sample cancellation form<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/battery-waste-electrical-equipment\/\">Battery and waste electrical equipment information<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/section><section class=\"phscoo-section\"><h2>Legal basis and further information<\/h2><p>Sections 11 to 18 of the Austrian Long Distance and Away Transactions Act are particularly relevant. The information on this page provides a general overview and does not replace legal advice in individual cases.<\/p><ul class=\"phscoo-link-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/geltendefassung.wxe?abfrage=bundesnormen&amp;gesetzesnummer=20008847\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Long-Distance and Away Business Act in RIS<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/europa.eu\/youreurope\/citizens\/consumers\/shopping\/returns\/index_de.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">EU information on returns and right of withdrawal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/section><section id=\"muster-widerrufsformular\" class=\"phscoo-section phscoo-withdrawal-form\"><p class=\"phscoo-section__eyebrow\">Template directly on this page<\/p><h2>Sample cancellation form<\/h2><p>You can use this template, but you don&#8217;t have to. What is crucial is a clear statement stating which contract you want to cancel.<\/p><div class=\"phscoo-legal-note\"><p><strong>To:<\/strong> Vienna E-Scooter e.U., Neustiftgasse 113, 1070 Vienna, Austria<br><a href=\"mailto:support@phscoo.at\">support@phscoo.at<\/a><\/p><p>I hereby revoke the contract I have concluded for the purchase of the following goods or the provision of the following services:<\/p><p><strong>Goods or services:<\/strong> ______________________________<\/p><p><strong>Ordered on \/ received on:<\/strong> ______________________________<\/p><p><strong>Name:<\/strong> ______________________________<\/p><p><strong>Address:<\/strong> ______________________________<\/p><p><strong>Date:<\/strong> ______________________________<\/p><p><strong>Signature:<\/strong> only in the case of a communication on paper<\/p><\/div><p><a class=\"phscoo-pill phscoo-pill--dark\" href=\"mailto:support@phscoo.at?subject=Widerruf%20meiner%20Bestellung\">Send cancellation by email<\/a><\/p><\/section><nav class=\"phscoo-related-links\" aria-labelledby=\"related-retouren-widerruf\"><p class=\"phscoo-section__eyebrow\">Read more<\/p><h2 id=\"related-retouren-widerruf\">Suitable for this<\/h2><div class=\"phscoo-related-links__grid\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/guarantee-statutory-warranty\/\"><strong>Guarantee and warranty<\/strong><span>Distinguish between defects and voluntary guarantees.<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/delivery-collection\/\"><strong>Delivery and collection<\/strong><span>View shipping and handover information.<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/contact\/\"><strong>Contact<\/strong><span>Assign the order, product and desired process directly.<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/nav><section class=\"phscoo-cta alignfull\"><h2>Assign cancellation or return<\/h2><p>Submit order number, item and desired operation. If there is any damage, please attach clear photos.<\/p><p><a class=\"phscoo-pill phscoo-pill--light\" href=\"mailto:support@phscoo.at\">Send Message<\/a><\/p><\/section><\/main>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Process returns clearly and securely Returns &amp; withdrawal Explain the cancellation, assign the return correctly and prepare the products or batteries safely for the return journey. Report cancellation or returnSample cancellation form Which case is present? Distinguish between cancellation, voluntary returns and defects Legal revocation Consumers can generally revoke a distance selling contract within 14 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-344","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/344","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=344"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/344\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.phscoo.at\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=344"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}