Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions – SwapMyFilter | Website & Purchase Terms of Service

Terms & Conditions

The Rules That Protect
Both of Us

These Terms of Service govern your use of swapmyfilter.com and your purchase of our products. We’ve written them in plain English — no intentional confusion, no unfair fine print. Please read them before using our Site.

Effective: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 2025
Governing Law: United States
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1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the website located at swapmyfilter.com (the “Site”), placing an order, creating an account, or otherwise engaging with SwapMyFilter’s services, you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”), our Privacy Policy, and our Affiliate Disclosure, all of which are incorporated into these Terms by reference.

If you do not agree to these Terms in their entirety, you must not use this Site or purchase from us. Your continued use of the Site after any modification to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

⚠️ Important Notice

These Terms contain an arbitration clause and class action waiver in Section 14. Please read Section 14 carefully as it affects your legal rights in the event of a dispute. If you are a consumer in a jurisdiction where arbitration clauses in consumer contracts are not permitted, that clause does not apply to you.

2. Eligibility

To use this Site and purchase from SwapMyFilter, you must meet all of the following requirements:

  • Be at least 18 years of age, or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction
  • Be a resident of the United States or a US territory (our products ship within the US only)
  • Have a valid US shipping address
  • Provide accurate, truthful information when creating an account or placing an order
  • Not be prohibited from using the Site under applicable federal, state, or local law

By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet all eligibility requirements. We reserve the right to refuse service, close accounts, or cancel orders at our sole discretion if we have reason to believe eligibility requirements are not met.

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3. Products & Pricing

Product Descriptions: We make every effort to ensure that product descriptions, compatibility information, NSF certification data, filter specifications, and images are accurate. However, we do not warrant that product descriptions or other content on the Site are error-free, complete, or current. If a product we offer is not as described, your sole remedy is to return the item in accordance with our Return Policy.

Compatibility Information: Filter compatibility data is provided as a general guide and is based on publicly available information from refrigerator and filter manufacturers. While we strive for accuracy and back all compatibility claims with our Guaranteed Fit Promise, we recommend verifying your refrigerator model number carefully before purchase. We are not liable for compatibility issues arising from incorrectly entered model numbers.

Pricing: All prices displayed on the Site are in US Dollars (USD) and are exclusive of applicable taxes. We reserve the right to change prices at any time without prior notice. The price applicable to your order is the price displayed at the time you complete checkout — not any earlier or later displayed price.

Errors: In the event of a pricing error on our Site (e.g., a product listed at $0.01 due to a technical error), we reserve the right to cancel such orders and refund any amount charged, and to correct the displayed price. We will notify you promptly if this occurs.

Availability: All products are subject to availability. We reserve the right to discontinue any product at any time. If a product becomes unavailable after your order is placed, we will contact you to offer an alternative or a full refund.

📋 Trademark Disclaimer

Product names such as LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, GE, Kenmore, Frigidaire, Maytag, and KitchenAid are trademarks of their respective owners. SwapMyFilter is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any of these companies. References to these brand names are made solely for the purpose of describing compatibility with those brands’ refrigerators.

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4. Orders & Payment

Order Acceptance: Your order is an offer to purchase. We reserve the right to accept or decline your order for any reason, including but not limited to: product unavailability, suspected fraud, errors in pricing or product description, or inability to verify your payment. An order is accepted when we send a shipping confirmation email — not the initial order confirmation email.

Payment Processing: We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, PayPal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. All transactions are processed through PCI-DSS compliant third-party payment processors. By providing payment information, you represent that you are authorised to use the payment method and that the billing information provided is accurate.

Sales Tax: Applicable sales tax is calculated and added to your order total at checkout based on your shipping address and prevailing state and local tax rates. Tax rates may change without notice. We collect sales tax in states where we have a legal nexus obligation to do so.

Fraudulent Orders: We monitor orders for fraud indicators. Orders suspected of fraud may be cancelled, and we reserve the right to report suspected fraudulent activity to law enforcement authorities and financial institutions.

Chargebacks: If you initiate a chargeback with your bank or credit card company for a transaction that is not genuinely disputed under these Terms, we reserve the right to dispute that chargeback, provide transaction evidence to the financial institution, and recover any chargeback fees imposed on us.

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5. Shipping & Delivery

Shipping terms, rates, estimated delivery times, and carrier information are governed by our Shipping Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. The following additional terms apply:

  • Risk of Loss: Title and risk of loss for products pass to you upon delivery to the carrier. Once your order is handed to the carrier and a tracking number is assigned, the product is in your possession for risk-of-loss purposes.
  • Delivery Address: You are responsible for providing an accurate and complete shipping address. We are not responsible for non-delivery caused by incorrect addresses provided by the customer. Re-shipment fees may apply for returned packages due to address errors.
  • Delivery Estimates: All delivery timeframes are estimates and are not guarantees. Carrier delays, weather events, and other circumstances outside our control may affect delivery. We are not liable for consequential damages arising from late delivery.
  • Undeliverable Packages: If a package is returned to us as undeliverable, we will contact you to arrange re-shipment or issue a refund minus original shipping costs (if applicable).
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6. Returns & Refunds

Our return and refund terms are fully described in our Return & Refund Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. In summary:

  • 30-day return window from date of delivery for eligible items
  • No restocking fees on any return
  • Guaranteed Fit Promise: If a filter matched through our compatibility system doesn’t fit, we replace it or refund it — no return required
  • Prepaid return labels provided for all eligible returns
  • Refunds processed within 3–5 business days of receiving your return

By purchasing from us, you acknowledge and agree that the Return & Refund Policy constitutes the complete and exclusive statement of our obligation to you with respect to returns, exchanges, and refunds.

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7. Product Warranty

Compatible Filters: All compatible filters sold by SwapMyFilter carry a manufacturer’s limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for the duration of the filter’s rated service life (typically 6 months or 200 gallons). This warranty does not cover damage caused by improper installation, misuse, or use with incompatible refrigerator models.

OEM Filters: Genuine OEM filters carry the manufacturer’s original warranty. Please refer to the manufacturer’s warranty documentation included with or available from the brand directly.

NSF Certification: Our NSF certification claims reflect third-party certification data at the time of listing. NSF certifications are maintained by the filter manufacturers and may be subject to change. We update our listings when we receive notification of changes but cannot guarantee real-time accuracy of certification status.

⚠️ Disclaimer of Implied Warranties

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED IN THIS SECTION, SWAPMYFILTER MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THIS EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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8. User Accounts

You may create an account on our Site to access order history, manage preferences, and speed up checkout. Account creation is optional — you may also checkout as a guest.

  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account
  • You must immediately notify us of any unauthorised use of your account at support@swapmyfilter.com
  • You may not create more than one account or create an account for another person without their explicit consent
  • We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms

Account data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. You may request deletion of your account at any time by contacting us — subject to legal data retention obligations.

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9. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site — including but not limited to text, articles, blog posts, product descriptions, images, graphics, logos, icons, page layouts, data compilations, and software — is the property of SwapMyFilter or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

  • You may view and print pages from the Site for your personal, non-commercial use only
  • You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or exploit any content from this Site for commercial purposes without our prior written consent
  • You may not scrape, spider, or use automated means to collect data from the Site
  • You may not frame our Site within another website without our express written permission
  • You may share links to our blog posts and product pages on social media for non-commercial informational purposes

If you believe any content on our Site infringes your copyright, please contact us at legal@swapmyfilter.com with details of the alleged infringement.

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10. Prohibited Conduct

When using our Site, you agree not to engage in any of the following:

  • Submitting false, misleading, or fraudulent information in orders, account creation, or reviews
  • Using the Site to engage in any unlawful activity or to violate any applicable local, state, federal, or international law
  • Attempting to gain unauthorised access to our systems, databases, or customer data
  • Using automated tools (bots, scrapers, spiders) to access, collect, or process data from the Site
  • Posting or transmitting harmful, abusive, defamatory, offensive, or objectionable content via reviews, contact forms, or other user input fields
  • Interfering with the proper functioning of the Site, including introducing malware, viruses, or other harmful code
  • Impersonating another person, company, or entity in any communications with us
  • Manipulating prices, exploiting pricing errors, or placing fraudulent orders with intent to defraud
  • Reselling our products for commercial gain without our written authorisation

Violation of these prohibitions may result in immediate account termination, order cancellation, and reporting to appropriate legal authorities. We reserve all legal remedies available to us for violations of this section.

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11. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SITE AND ALL CONTENT, PRODUCTS, AND SERVICES AVAILABLE THROUGH IT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

SWAPMYFILTER DOES NOT WARRANT THAT (A) THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS; (B) THE RESULTS FROM USING THE SITE WILL BE ACCURATE OR RELIABLE; OR (C) THE QUALITY OF ANY PRODUCTS OR INFORMATION OBTAINED THROUGH THE SITE WILL MEET YOUR EXPECTATIONS.

Health Disclaimer: Product descriptions and NSF certification information are provided for informational purposes. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. For concerns about specific contaminants in your water supply, we recommend consulting your local water authority or an independent water testing laboratory. If you have specific health vulnerabilities, consult your physician about appropriate water filtration solutions.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you. In such jurisdictions, our warranties are limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

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12. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SWAPMYFILTER, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH:

  • Your use of or inability to use the Site or our products
  • Any unauthorised access to or alteration of your data
  • Statements or conduct of any third party on or through the Site
  • Any other matter relating to your use of our services

IN NO EVENT SHALL SWAPMYFILTER’S TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE SITE EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (A) THE TOTAL AMOUNT YOU PAID TO SWAPMYFILTER IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRIOR TO THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM, OR (B) ONE HUNDRED US DOLLARS ($100.00).

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on liability for incidental or consequential damages. In those jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

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13. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless SwapMyFilter, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and suppliers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:

  • Your access to or use of the Site or our products
  • Your violation of any provision of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party right, including intellectual property or privacy rights
  • Any claim that your use of the Site caused damage to a third party

We reserve the right to assume exclusive control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you. You agree to cooperate with our defence of such claims. You will not settle any such claim without our prior written consent.

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14. Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution First: Before initiating any formal dispute process, you agree to contact us at legal@swapmyfilter.com and attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We commit to responding within 15 business days and genuinely attempting to reach a fair resolution. Most disputes are resolved at this stage.

Binding Arbitration: If an informal resolution cannot be reached within 30 days of your initial contact, you and SwapMyFilter agree to resolve any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site through binding individual arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Consumer Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall be conducted in English and the arbitral award shall be final and binding.

Class Action Waiver: YOU AND SWAPMYFILTER EACH AGREE THAT ANY CLAIMS MUST BE BROUGHT IN YOUR OR OUR RESPECTIVE INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, AND NOT AS A PLAINTIFF OR CLASS MEMBER IN ANY PURPORTED CLASS OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION. THE ARBITRATOR MAY NOT CONSOLIDATE MORE THAN ONE PERSON’S CLAIMS AND MAY NOT PRESIDE OVER ANY FORM OF REPRESENTATIVE OR CLASS PROCEEDING.

Small Claims Court Exception: Either party may bring qualifying claims in small claims court rather than arbitration, provided the claim remains in small claims court and is not removed to a court of general jurisdiction.

💡 Note for Consumers

In some US states, mandatory arbitration clauses in consumer contracts are not enforceable. If you reside in such a state, the arbitration clause above does not apply to you, and disputes will be resolved in courts of competent jurisdiction as described in Section 15.

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15. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms and any disputes arising hereunder shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America and the laws of the state in which SwapMyFilter is registered, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

For any disputes not subject to arbitration under Section 14, you and SwapMyFilter consent to the exclusive personal jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in our state of registration. You waive any objection to such jurisdiction or venue.

If any provision of these Terms is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect, and the invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

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16. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
  • Post a notice on our homepage for 30 days following the update
  • For significant changes that materially affect your rights, send an email notification to registered customers

Your continued use of the Site after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the revised Terms, you must discontinue use of the Site. The most current version of these Terms is always available at swapmyfilter.com/terms-and-conditions.

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17. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, or if you need to contact us for any reason relating to a legal matter, please reach out through the following channels:

These Terms were last updated in January 2025 and are effective as of January 1, 2025. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and SwapMyFilter with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

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