🚚 Shipping Policy
Everything you need to know about delivery at LittleReads
Last updated: January 1, 2025
Free Shipping on all orders above ₹499 — delivered across India in 3–7 business days.
📦 Shipping Charges
| Order Value | Shipping Charge | Estimated Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Above ₹499 | FREE | 3–7 business days |
| Below ₹499 | ₹49 flat | 3–7 business days |
⏱️ Delivery Timelines
| Location | Estimated Days |
|---|---|
| Metro Cities (Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune) | 2–4 business days |
| Tier 2 Cities | 3–5 business days |
| Tier 3 Cities & Towns | 5–7 business days |
| Remote / Rural Areas | 7–10 business days |
Business days are Monday to Saturday, excluding public holidays. Timelines are estimates — actual delivery may vary based on courier availability and weather conditions.
🏭 Order Processing
- Orders placed before 2:00 PM on business days are dispatched the same day
- Orders placed after 2:00 PM or on weekends/holidays are dispatched the next business day
- You will receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking details once dispatched
📍 Delivery Coverage
We ship to all serviceable pin codes across India through our courier partners (Delhivery, Blue Dart, Shiprocket). If your pin code is not serviceable, you will be notified at checkout.
We currently do not ship internationally.
📦 Packaging
All books are carefully packed to prevent damage during transit:
- Books are wrapped in protective foam/bubble wrap
- Packed in sturdy corrugated boxes for orders with multiple items
- Fragile or large books get extra padding
- No invoice with pricing is included if you mention "Gift" in order notes
❗ Failed Delivery
- If delivery fails (wrong address, not available), our courier will attempt delivery 3 times
- After 3 failed attempts, the package is returned to our warehouse
- We will contact you to reship — a ₹49 re-shipping fee may apply
- Please ensure your address and phone number are correct at checkout
🔍 Order Tracking
Once your order is shipped, you will receive:
- A shipping confirmation email with AWB/tracking number
- A link to track your shipment on the courier's website
You can also track your order from Track Order or My Orders.