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Policy

Return & Refund Policy

Last updated: September 2026

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At Sleepyhead, we want you to be happy with your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied with your order, you may request a return in accordance with the terms below.

30-Day Returns

We offer a 30-day return period for eligible products. To request a return, please contact us at hello@sleepyhead.co.za within 30 days of receiving your order.

Products returned under our voluntary 30-day return policy should:

  • Be in clean and hygienic condition
  • Be unused or in a condition suitable for resale
  • Be returned with the original packaging where reasonably possible
  • Not be damaged, soiled or altered

Because pillows and other products may come into contact with the body, opened or used products may not qualify for a voluntary return where hygiene or resale requirements are affected.

This does not limit any rights you may have under applicable South African consumer protection laws.

Return Shipping

For voluntary returns under our 30-day return policy, the customer is generally responsible for the cost of returning the product to us.

Where a product is defective, incorrect, damaged on arrival, or where applicable law provides another remedy, we will handle the matter in accordance with your statutory consumer rights.

Exchanges

We offer exchanges where the requested replacement product is available. Please contact us at hello@sleepyhead.co.za before sending anything back so that we can provide the appropriate return instructions.

Refunds

Once your returned product has been received and inspected, we will process an approved refund to the original payment method where applicable. The time it takes for the refund to reflect in your account may depend on your payment provider or bank.

Damaged or Incorrect Orders

If you receive a damaged or incorrect product, please contact us as soon as possible at hello@sleepyhead.co.za with your order details and photographs where appropriate. We will assess the issue and assist you with the applicable remedy.

Statutory Consumer Rights

Nothing in this policy is intended to exclude, restrict or waive any rights you may have under applicable South African consumer protection laws. Where applicable, statutory cooling-off, return, refund, replacement or other consumer rights will continue to apply.

For electronic transactions, applicable rights under the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act 25 of 2002, including cooling-off rights where applicable, are not affected by this policy.

Sale Items

Products purchased during promotions or sales remain subject to applicable statutory consumer rights.

Contact

Returns & Refund Enquiries

Sleepyhead — Cape Town, South Africa

Email: hello@sleepyhead.co.za

Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 2026

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Sleepyhead respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect personal information when you visit or purchase from our online store.

Information We Collect

When you use our website or place an order, we may collect information including:

  • Name and surname
  • Email address
  • Mobile phone number
  • Billing and delivery address
  • Order and purchase information
  • Payment-related information
  • Communications with us
  • Marketing preferences
  • Device and browser information
  • IP address
  • Cookies and similar technologies

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Process and fulfil orders
  • Process payments
  • Arrange delivery
  • Provide customer support
  • Process returns, exchanges and refunds
  • Communicate with you about your order
  • Prevent fraud and protect our website
  • Improve our products, services and website
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Send marketing communications where permitted and where you have provided the necessary consent

Payments

Payments are processed through PayFast, our payment provider. Payment information may be processed by PayFast in accordance with its own privacy and security practices. Sleepyhead does not intentionally store your full card details on our own systems.

Delivery Providers

We may share the information necessary to deliver your order with our delivery partners, including Aramex and The Courier Guy. This may include your:

  • Name
  • Mobile number
  • Delivery address
  • Order information

Your mobile number may be required so that the courier can contact you regarding delivery.

Service Providers

We may use third-party service providers, including Shopify, payment providers, courier companies, analytics providers, technology providers and other service providers necessary to operate our business. These providers may process personal information on our behalf where required to provide their services.

Marketing

If you choose to receive marketing communications from us, we may send you information about Sleepyhead products, promotions and updates. You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe option provided in the communication or by contacting us.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Operate essential website functions
  • Remember preferences
  • Understand website usage
  • Improve your shopping experience
  • Support analytics and marketing activities where applicable

You can manage certain cookie settings through your browser.

Protection of Personal Information

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse or disclosure. However, no method of transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including fulfilling orders, providing services, resolving disputes, complying with legal obligations and maintaining appropriate business records.

Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have rights relating to your personal information, including the right to request access to, correction of, or information about the processing of your personal information. For privacy-related enquiries, contact hello@sleepyhead.co.za.

Children's Information

Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Sleepyhead is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.

Contact

Privacy Enquiries

Sleepyhead — Cape Town, South Africa

Email: hello@sleepyhead.co.za

Policy

Terms of Service

Last updated: September 2026

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These Terms of Service govern your use of the Sleepyhead website and your purchase of products from Sleepyhead. By using our website, you agree to these terms.

Website Use

You agree to use our website lawfully and not to misuse, interfere with or attempt to gain unauthorised access to our website or systems.

Product Information

We make reasonable efforts to ensure that product descriptions, images, dimensions and other information are accurate. Colours and appearance may vary slightly depending on your device or screen.

Health and Product Information

Sleepyhead products are designed to provide comfort and support. Product descriptions are provided for general informational purposes and are not intended to constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you have a medical condition, injury or specific health concern, you should consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

Prices

All prices displayed on our website are in South African Rand (ZAR) unless otherwise stated. Prices may change without notice. Any price displayed at the time of checkout will apply to your order, subject to correction of obvious errors.

Promotions

Promotions, discounts and bundle offers may be subject to specific terms and conditions. We reserve the right to correct obvious pricing or promotional errors.

Orders

When you place an order, you are making an offer to purchase the selected products. We reserve the right to decline or cancel an order where reasonably necessary, including where:

  • A product is unavailable
  • There is an obvious pricing or product description error
  • We suspect fraudulent activity
  • We are unable to fulfil the order

If an order is cancelled after payment has been received, an applicable refund will be processed.

Payments

Payments are processed through PayFast. By completing a purchase, you confirm that the payment information provided is accurate and that you are authorised to use the selected payment method.

Delivery Information

You are responsible for providing accurate delivery information, including your name, email address, mobile phone number and delivery address. Your mobile number is required so that the courier may contact you regarding delivery.

Sleepyhead cannot be held responsible for delivery problems caused by incorrect or incomplete information supplied by the customer, subject to applicable consumer rights.

Delivery

Orders are generally delivered within 4–14 business days across South Africa. Delivery times may vary depending on the destination, courier network, public holidays, unforeseen circumstances and other factors outside our reasonable control. We use Aramex and The Courier Guy depending on the order and delivery location.

Failed Deliveries

If a delivery cannot be completed because of incorrect or incomplete customer information, an unavailable recipient, or other circumstances attributable to the customer, additional delivery arrangements or costs may apply where permitted by law.

Cancellation

If you wish to cancel an order, please contact us at hello@sleepyhead.co.za as soon as possible. If the order has not yet been dispatched, we will make reasonable efforts to cancel it. Once an order has been dispatched, the request may need to be handled through our return process, subject to applicable statutory rights.

Returns and Refunds

Returns, exchanges and refunds are governed by our Return & Refund Policy. Nothing in these Terms limits any statutory consumer rights that apply to your purchase.

Intellectual Property

All content on the Sleepyhead website, including logos, branding, text, images, graphics and designs, belongs to Sleepyhead or its respective licensors and may not be copied, reproduced or used without permission, except where permitted by law.

Website Availability

We aim to keep our website available and functioning properly but cannot guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access. We may temporarily suspend or modify parts of the website for maintenance, updates or other operational reasons.

Third-Party Services

Our website may use third-party services, including Shopify, PayFast, courier services and other technology providers. Third-party services may have their own terms and privacy policies.

Privacy

Your use of our website is also subject to our Privacy Policy.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time. Updated terms will be posted on this page with the revised date.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa, subject to applicable consumer protection legislation.

Contact

General Enquiries

Sleepyhead — Cape Town, South Africa

Email: hello@sleepyhead.co.za

Policy

Shipping & Delivery Policy

Last updated: September 2026

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Sleepyhead delivers orders across South Africa.

Delivery Timeframe

Orders are generally delivered within 4–14 business days. Delivery times are estimates and may vary depending on your delivery location, courier network, public holidays and circumstances outside our reasonable control.

Order Processing

Orders are processed after successful payment has been received. Orders are normally prepared for dispatch as soon as reasonably possible.

Delivery Providers

We currently use:

  • Aramex
  • The Courier Guy

The delivery provider used may depend on the order, parcel size, destination and availability.

Delivery Address

Please ensure that your delivery information is correct and complete before placing your order. This includes:

  • Full name
  • Mobile phone number
  • Email address
  • Complete delivery address

Your mobile number is required so that the courier can contact you regarding your delivery.

Free Shipping

Free shipping applies to orders of R1,199 or more, subject to the applicable offer shown at checkout. Orders below the free-shipping threshold may be subject to a delivery charge.

Packaging

Our pillows are delivered vacuum sealed to keep them securely packaged during transportation. Vacuum sealing does not damage the pillow. After opening your package, remove the pillow from its packaging and allow it time to air out and fully expand back to its original shape before use.

Multiple Pillows

Multiple pillows may be packaged together where practical. Up to four pillows may typically fit into one courier parcel depending on the packaging and courier requirements, but this is not guaranteed for every order.

Courier Delays

While we work with our delivery partners to ensure orders arrive within the estimated timeframe, delays may occur due to circumstances outside our reasonable control. This may include:

  • Weather
  • Public holidays
  • High courier volumes
  • Remote delivery areas
  • Operational disruptions
  • Incorrect delivery information

Failed Delivery

If a delivery attempt is unsuccessful because incorrect or incomplete information was provided, or because the recipient is unavailable, the courier may make further delivery attempts or require additional arrangements. Additional delivery costs may apply where permitted by law.

Damaged or Lost Parcels

If your parcel arrives damaged or you believe your order has been lost in transit, please contact us at hello@sleepyhead.co.za as soon as possible with your order details. We will assist with investigating the matter with the relevant courier.

Consumer Rights

Nothing in this Shipping Policy limits any rights you may have under applicable South African consumer protection laws.

Contact

Shipping Enquiries

Sleepyhead — Cape Town, South Africa

Email: hello@sleepyhead.co.za

Get in touch

Contact Information

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For assistance with:

  • Orders
  • Product questions
  • Shipping and delivery
  • Returns
  • Exchanges
  • Refunds
  • General enquiries

Please email us and we'll aim to respond as soon as reasonably possible.

Sleepyhead

Cape Town, South Africa

Email: hello@sleepyhead.co.za