Terms and Conditions

Returns Policy

We want you to be happy with your purchase, so if you are not, please return it within 14 days of receiving the item.  We will then exchange, or refund at your request, subject to the following conditions: 

• You must take reasonable care of the goods while they are in your possession. 
• All returns are subject to a 15% restocking charge.
• Exchanges and refunds will take place after the original purchase is received and inspected.
• Goods must be returned with original packaging, all accessories, instructions, etc. and must be suitably packed. Any damager or missing items will impact the value of the refund.
• CDs, DVDs or software will only be accepted if the seal or packaging is intact. 
• Proof of purchase must be supplied and must be the original purchaser.
• You must return free gifts supplied with the product. 
• We will not refund items that have been customized, personalized or specially made to your specification. 
• If an item is returned incomplete or not in good condition, we will decline to refund or reduce the amount refunded enough to reflect a lower resale value. This includes, but not limited to, marking, engravings, stickers, scratches, dents, damage caused by dropping or mis-use, etc…
• If you decline to accept delivery of an order dispatched to you, we will reduce the amount refunded enough to reflect the cost of recovering the package/s. 
• We will not refund postage for items delivered. Customers will bear the direct cost of returning the goods. 

A return address will be provided at the time of an RMA being issued.

You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).

Please only return goods after first contacting us. We will respond to your individual circumstances wherever possible. If a fault occurs after 30 days but within the manufacturer's warranty period, you must deal with the manufacturer directly. No return will be accepted after 30 days. To arrange for the return of your goods, please contact Starfield Optics by email to sales@starfieldoptics.com 

Shipping

We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.

When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.

Privacy Policy 

1. Introduction

Ontario Telescope and Accessories Inc. ("we", "our", or "us") operates the e-commerce website Starfield Optics. We value the trust you place in us and are committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to ensure its protection.

2. Information We Collect

When you engage with our website, we may gather the following data:

• Personal identification details (name, email address, phone number, etc.)
• Shipping and billing addresses
• Order history
• Payment details
• Any other data you willingly provide

3. How We Use Your Information

We utilize the information we gather for several reasons:

• To process and complete your orders
• To enhance our website and offer an improved sales experience
• For sales measurement and tracking
• For marketing, including social media advertising
• To communicate with you about orders, inquiries, or other pertinent topics
• To meet legal obligations or in response to lawful requests by public authorities

4. Consent to Email Communications

By providing us with your email address, you grant us permission to send you email communications related to your orders, our products, services, promotions, and newsletters. You can opt-out of these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

5. Data Retention

We keep your personal data for the necessary duration to fulfill the purposes for which we collected it, including for legal, accounting, or reporting obligations.

6. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We might share your personal data with third-party service providers who perform tasks on our behalf, such as payment processing, order fulfillment, and marketing. We ensure these third parties uphold the privacy of your data in line with the law.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We employ cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity on our website and store specific information. This data aids in sales measurement and enhances your shopping journey.

8. Your Rights

Under Canadian law, you possess certain rights concerning your personal data:

• The right to access the personal data we have about you
• The right to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data
• The right to request deletion of your personal data
• The right to object to our use of your personal data
• The right to request a restriction on the processing of your personal data
• The right to withdraw consent at any given time

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We might update our Privacy Policy occasionally. We will inform you of any modifications by posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page. It's recommended to periodically review this Privacy Policy for any changes.

10. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at sales@starfieldoptics.com