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What is a Newegg Extended Warranty plan?
Extended WarrantyAccount & Plan
A Newegg Extended Warranty plan protects one eligible product purchased through Newegg. The coverage, term, and price are based on the plan selected for that product at checkout.
When can I buy coverage?
Extended WarrantyAccount & Plan
You must add the plan when you purchase the eligible product. It cannot be added later..
When will I receive my service contract?
Extended WarrantyAccount & Plan
Your service contract will be emailed within 24 to 48 hours after the plan is purchased. Keep the email and plan documents for future reference.
The right team depends on when you purchased your plan:
Within the first 30 days: Call Newegg Customer Service at (800) 685-3471, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time.
After 30 days: Call Likewize Customer Care at (877) 680-0272, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Central Time.
You can also complete the Contact us form for help with your plan.
What coverage options are available?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
Coverage options vary by product. At checkout, you may be offered:
Extended Warranty with power surge protection: Covers eligible mechanical or electrical breakdowns after the manufacturer’s warranty ends, plus power surge damage.
Extended Warranty with accidental damage and power surge protection: Includes the same coverage, plus eligible accidental damage from handling.
The coverage option available for your product will be shown at checkout.
Which product categories may be eligible?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
Eligible categories may include the products shown below. Availability is confirmed at checkout.
Product category
Extended Warranty
Extended Warranty with accidental damage
Desktop PC
Included
Not included
Notebook
Included
Included
Smartphone
Included
Included
Tablet
Included
Included
Consumer electronics
Included
Included
E bike
Included
Not included
Furniture
Included
Not included
TV
Included
Not included
Power surge protection is included for eligible electronic devices. Product availability may change,
so use the option shown with the item at checkout as the final eligibility check.
When does coverage begin and how long does it last?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
Coverage for a mechanical or electrical breakdown begins after the one year manufacturer’s warranty ends and continues for two years. The option that includes accidental damage and power surge coverage has a three year term. Power surge coverage begins on the purchase date unless different insurance terms apply.
What types of issues may be covered?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
Depending on the option selected, coverage may include a mechanical or electrical breakdown after the manufacturer’s warranty, power surge damage, and accidental damage such as liquid exposure. Claim approval is based on the service contract or insurance policy for your product.
How many claims or service requests can I file?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
Each covered device is eligible for one claim or service request, subject to the terms of your service contract or insurance policy.
What is not covered?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
Exclusions depend on the product, location, and coverage option selected. For complete product coverage details, exclusions, limits, and requirements, review the United States Terms and Conditions, the Canada service contract, or the Saskatchewan and Manitoba insurance policy. To see your terms and conditions, click here.
Where can I review my plan documents?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
Review the United States Terms and Conditions, the Canada service contract, or the Saskatchewan and Manitoba insurance policy. To see your terms and conditions, click here.
How long do I have to report and complete my request?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
Report the product failure within 60 days. After you report it, complete the fulfillment requirements within the next 60 days.
Do I need proof of purchase?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
Yes. Keep your receipt or order confirmation. It may be required to verify the covered product and process your claim or service request.
Are there any service fees?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
A deductible may apply to an approved repair or replacement service, depending on the covered product and plan. A $90 no problem found fee may apply if an approved request is evaluated and no fault is found. Review your welcome email and plan documents for the fees that apply.
What happens after my claim or service request is approved?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
In the United States, approved reimbursement is sent by email as an eDisbursement card. In Canada, approved reimbursement is sent by cheque. The amount is based on the assessed value of the product and the terms of your service contract or insurance policy.
What is an eDisbursement card?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
An eDisbursement card is the delivery method used to send your digital Newegg gift card by email after an eligible reimbursement is approved.
Watch for an email from noreply@vcdelivery.com. Add this address to your safe sender list, and check your spam, junk, or promotions folders if you do not see it. Contact support if you still cannot find the email.
What if my product is damaged by a power surge?
Extended WarrantyCoverage & Claims
Power surge coverage begins on the purchase date for an eligible covered product, unless different insurance terms apply. Start a claim or service request in your regional portal and provide proof of purchase if requested.
How much will my Extended Warranty plan cost?
Extended WarrantyCosts & Billing
You pay for your Extended Warranty plan once at checkout. The price depends on the product and coverage option you choose, and you’ll see the total in your cart before you complete your purchase.
How do I cancel my Extended Warranty plan?
Extended WarrantyCosts & Billing
To cancel your plan, contact the right team based on when you purchased it:
Within the first 30 days: Call Newegg Customer Service at (800) 390-1119.
After 30 days: Call Likewize Customer Care at (877) 680-0272.
You can also complete the Contact us form for help with your cancellation.
Will I receive a refund if I cancel?
Extended WarrantyCosts & Billing
If you cancel within the first 30 days and no claim or service request has been filed, you are eligible for a full refund. After 30 days, the refund is prorated and may be reduced by repair costs and an administrative fee. The administrative fee will not exceed the plan price or $50, whichever is less.
What happens if I return the covered product to Newegg?
Extended WarrantyCosts & Billing
If the product is returned within 30 days of purchase, Newegg will refund the plan fee or premium to the original payment method used at checkout.
Can I reactivate or repurchase my plan after cancellation?
Extended WarrantyCosts & Billing
Extended Warranty plans cannot be reactivated or repurchased after cancellation because they are only available when the product is purchased.
If you have questions before canceling, complete the Contact us form and we’ll help you review your options.
What happens if I cancel while a claim is in progress?
Extended WarrantyCosts & Billing
We’ll complete your claim before your plan is canceled. Keep an eye on your email and the claim portal in case we need any additional information from you.
How do I send my device back?
Extended WarrantyReturns, Shipping & Drop Off
Your return instructions will tell you whether to ship your device or take it to a participating location. For shipping, we’ll provide a prepaid label and, when needed, a box kit. For drop off, we’ll send a QR code. Use the method provided for your claim.
How do I ship my device back?
Extended WarrantyReturns, Shipping & Drop Off
If you are instructed to ship your device, pack it using the box kit or packaging described in your instructions. Attach the prepaid label and give the package to the listed carrier. Shipping is prepaid. Keep your receipt and tracking number until your claim is complete.
What if I need help with my box kit or shipping label?
Extended WarrantyReturns, Shipping & Drop Off
Check your email and claim portal for updates. If your box kit or label is missing, delayed, or damaged, contact support before using another return method. Keep your carrier receipt and tracking number until your claim is complete.
How does a Happy Returns drop off work?
Extended WarrantyReturns, Shipping & Drop Off
If Happy Returns is available for your approved claim, we’ll email a QR code and add it to the claim portal. Bring your device and QR code to a participating location. You do not need a box, shipping label, or printer. The location will package and ship your device at no cost to you.
Where can I find my QR code?
Extended WarrantyReturns, Shipping & Drop Off
We’ll email your QR code to the address connected to your claim after your return is set up. You can also view or download it in the claim portal. If you do not see the email, check your spam, junk, and promotions folders.
Does my QR code expire?
Extended WarrantyReturns, Shipping & Drop Off
Yes. Your QR code is valid for 60 days from the date it is issued. If it expires while your claim is still active, check the claim portal to see if a replacement code is available. Once a new code is created, the previous code will no longer work.
What do I need to bring to a participating location?
Extended WarrantyReturns, Shipping & Drop Off
Bring the device you are returning and the QR code issued for that return. You do not need a box, shipping label, or printer. Only include accessories if your return instructions tell you to.
What do I need to do before returning my device?
Extended WarrantyReturns, Shipping & Drop Off
Before you send or drop off your device:
Back up any information you want to keep, then erase your personal information.
Turn off all device and account locks.
Remove SIM cards and memory cards.
Remove cases, screen protectors, and accessories unless your instructions say to include them.
What if my QR code does not scan or the participating location cannot accept my return?
Extended WarrantyReturns, Shipping & Drop Off
Make sure the full QR code is visible and turn up your screen brightness. If you printed the code, confirm that it is clear and not cut off. Also check that the code is still active and that you are at a participating location. If your return still cannot be accepted, contact support for help.
Will I receive confirmation after I send my device back?
Extended WarrantyReturns, Shipping & Drop Off
Yes. For a Happy Returns drop off, we’ll email confirmation after your QR code is scanned and your device is accepted. For a shipped return, your carrier receipt and tracking number confirm that the package was accepted. Keep your confirmation until your claim is complete.
What happens after I send my device back?
Extended WarrantyReturns, Shipping & Drop Off
You can follow the return and claim status in the portal. Once your device arrives, your claim will move to the next step, such as assessment, repair, or reimbursement, based on the approved resolution.
What happens if I cancel while a claim is in progress?
Home Tech ProtectAccount & Plan
Likewize Home Tech Protect is a $19.99 monthly plan for eligible tech products owned by you or household members at your registered address. You can protect an unlimited number of eligible devices, subject to the plan’s coverage, limits, fees, and Terms and Conditions.
What can I do in the Home Tech Protect portal?
Home Tech ProtectAccount & Plan
Use the Home Tech Protect portal to register devices, start or manage claims, review next steps, access Terms and Conditions, and get support.
Which email should I use to sign in?
Home Tech ProtectAccount & Plan
Use the email address connected to your Home Tech Protect enrollment. Using the same email helps us find your plan, registered devices, and claims.
When can I start using my coverage?
Home Tech ProtectAccount & Plan
You can set up your portal account and register devices after enrollment. Coverage starts on day 31, after the 30 day waiting period.
How do I get help?
Home Tech ProtectAccount & Plan
Complete the Contact us form to get help with your plan, registered devices, or a claim. Include the email address connected to your enrollment and your claim number if you have one.
What products can I protect with Home Tech Protect?
Home Tech ProtectCoverage & Claims
Home Tech Protect covers an unlimited number of eligible products in your household. Eligible categories may include:
Desktop and laptop computers
Eligible PC components
Game consoles, handheld gaming devices, and VR headsets
Monitors, keyboards, mice, controllers, headsets, microphones, webcams, and streaming decks
Printers, scanners, external drives, and network attached storage
Routers, modems, network switches, mesh networking products, and streaming devices
Home theater equipment, speakers, DVD and Blu-ray players
Smartwatches, fitness bands, and eligible smart home products
Yes. To enroll, your device must have been purchased within the last 3 years and eligible through a participating retail location. Most major brands qualify, subject to the plan’s eligible product list and Terms and Conditions. Proof of purchase will be required at the time of the claim submission.
What types of issues may be covered?
Home Tech ProtectCoverage & Claims
Home Tech Protect may cover mechanical or electrical breakdowns from normal use and power surge damage. Accidental damage from handling is available only for eligible product types listed in the Terms and Conditions.
What products may include accidental damage coverage?
Home Tech ProtectCoverage & Claims
Content confirmation needed: Confirm which eligible Home Tech Protect product types include accidental damage coverage before publishing.
What is the coverage limit?
Home Tech ProtectCoverage & Claims
Home Tech Protect provides up to $15,000 in total approved claim value during a 12 month period. You can submit multiple claims while your plan is active, subject to the remaining limit and all plan terms.
What is not covered?
Home Tech ProtectCoverage & Claims
Common exclusions include loss or theft, cosmetic damage, preexisting conditions, unauthorized repairs or modifications, software or data loss, misuse, and ineligible products.
Start your claim within 60 days of the incident. Once you begin, you have 30 days to complete the claim and provide any requested information.
What documents may be needed?
Home Tech ProtectCoverage & Claims
Proof of purchase is required. Photos of the damage or other supporting documents may also be requested. The portal and your claim emails will tell you exactly what to provide and where to submit it.
What happens after I submit my claim?
Home Tech ProtectCoverage & Claims
We’ll review the information and let you know if anything else is needed. You can check the portal for updates and next steps. If the claim is approved, the resolution may include repair, replacement, or reimbursement based on the plan terms and the device.
The available resolution depends on the device, issue, location, and availability of parts or service. An approved claim may be completed through repair, replacement, or reimbursement.
How long is the repair warranty?
Home Tech ProtectCoverage & Claims
Your completed repair includes a 90 day warranty. If the same issue returns within 90 days, contact support and have your repair details ready.
What is an eDisbursement card?
Home Tech ProtectCoverage & Claims
An eDisbursement card is the delivery method used to send your digital Newegg gift card by email after an eligible reimbursement is approved.
Watch for an email from noreply@vcdelivery.com. Add this address to your safe sender list, and check your spam, junk, or promotions folders if you do not see it. Contact support if you still cannot find the email.
How much does Home Tech Protect cost?
Home Tech ProtectCosts & Billing
Home Tech Protect costs $19.99 per month.
How will I be billed?
Home Tech ProtectCosts & Billing
Newegg bills your $19.99 monthly plan charge through your Newegg account using the payment method you selected when you enrolled. The charge occurs each month on the same calendar day you enrolled. You can review your payment details and billing history in your Newegg account.
How do I cancel Home Tech Protect?
Home Tech ProtectCosts & Billing
Call Newegg Customer Service at (800) 390-1119 to request cancellation.
Will I receive a refund if I cancel?
Home Tech ProtectCosts & Billing
If you cancel within the first 30 days, you are eligible for a full refund. After 30 days, Newegg will issue a prorated refund based on the plan terms.
Can I sign up for Home Tech Protect again after canceling?
Home Tech ProtectCosts & Billing
Home Tech Protect cannot be added again after cancellation. If you have questions, complete the Contact us form before canceling and we’ll help.
What happens if I cancel while a claim is in progress?
Home Tech ProtectCosts & Billing
We’ll complete your claim before your plan is canceled. Keep an eye on your email and the claim portal in case we need any additional information from you.
What is Gamer Zone Elite?
Gamer Zone EliteAccount & Plan
Gamer Zone Elite is a $9.99 monthly protection plan for up to 10 eligible gaming and tech products in your household. It helps protect the gear that powers your setup, subject to the plan’s coverage, limits, fees, and Terms and Conditions.
What can I do in the Gamer Zone Elite portal?
Gamer Zone EliteAccount & Plan
Use the portal to register and manage eligible devices, start or track a claim, review next steps, and get support.
Which email should I use to sign in?
Gamer Zone EliteAccount & Plan
Use the email address connected to your Gamer Zone Elite enrollment. Using the same email helps us find your plan, registered devices, and claims.
How do I register a device?
Gamer Zone EliteAccount & Plan
Sign in to the Gamer Zone Elite portal and add the requested device and purchase information. Registering your device helps make future claims easier.
How many products can I register?
Gamer Zone EliteAccount & Plan
You can register up to 10 eligible products in your household.
When does my coverage start?
Gamer Zone EliteAccount & Plan
Your plan starts on day 31 after enrollment. Accidental damage coverage begins when the plan is active. Coverage for mechanical or electrical breakdown begins after the original manufacturer’s warranty ends.
How do I get help?
Gamer Zone EliteAccount & Plan
Complete the Contact us form to get help with your plan, registered devices, or a claim. Include the email address connected to your enrollment and your claim number if you have one.
What products can I protect with Gamer Zone Elite?
Gamer Zone EliteCoverage & Claims
Gamer Zone Elite is designed for eligible gaming and high performance tech, including:
Gaming desktops and laptops
Game consoles and handheld gaming devices
VR headsets and monitors
Keyboards, mice, controllers, and headsets
Streaming gear
Eligible PC components and accessories
Product eligibility is based on the Terms and Conditions and the eligible product list for the plan. For more details on which products are covered, click here.
Are there device age or brand requirements?
Gamer Zone EliteCoverage & Claims
Yes. To enroll, your device must have been purchased within the last 3 years and eligible through a participating retail location. Most major brands qualify, subject to the plan’s eligible product list and Terms and Conditions. Proof of purchase will be required at the time of the claim submission.
What types of issues may be covered?
Gamer Zone EliteCoverage & Claims
Depending on the product and coverage type, Gamer Zone Elite may help with accidental damage from handling, power surge damage, and covered mechanical or electrical breakdowns after the manufacturer’s warranty ends. Claim approval is based on the Terms and Conditions.
What products may include accidental damage coverage?
Gamer Zone EliteCoverage & Claims
Content confirmation needed: Confirm which eligible Gamer Zone Elite product types include accidental damage coverage before publishing.
What is the coverage limit?
Gamer Zone EliteCoverage & Claims
Gamer Zone Elite provides up to $10,000 in total approved claim value during a rolling 12 month period. You can submit multiple claims while your plan is active, subject to the remaining limit and all plan terms.
What is not covered?
Gamer Zone EliteCoverage & Claims
Not every device or type of damage is covered. For complete product coverage details, including exclusions, limits, and device requirements, review the Gamer Zone Elite Terms and Conditions.
Start your claim within 60 days of the incident. Once you begin, you have 30 days to complete it.
What should I have ready before I start?
Gamer Zone EliteCoverage & Claims
Have the email used for enrollment, the device make and model, proof of purchase, and details about what happened. Photos or additional documents may be requested depending on the claim.
What happens after I submit my claim?
Gamer Zone EliteCoverage & Claims
We’ll review the information and let you know if anything else is needed. You can check the portal for updates and next steps. If the claim is approved, the resolution may include repair, replacement, or reimbursement based on the plan terms and the device.
Your completed repair includes a 90 day warranty. If the same issue returns within 90 days, contact support and have your repair details ready.
What is an eDisbursement card?
Gamer Zone EliteCoverage & Claims
An eDisbursement card is the delivery method used to send your digital Newegg gift card by email after an eligible reimbursement is approved.
Watch for an email from noreply@vcdelivery.com. Add this address to your safe sender list, and check your spam, junk, or promotions folders if you do not see it. Contact support if you still cannot find the email.
How much does Gamer Zone Elite cost?
Gamer Zone EliteCosts & Billing
Gamer Zone Elite costs $9.99 per month.
How will I be billed?
Gamer Zone EliteCosts & Billing
Newegg bills your $9.99 monthly plan charge through your Newegg account using the payment method you selected when you enrolled. The charge occurs each month on the same calendar day you enrolled. You can review your payment details and billing history in your Newegg account.
How do I cancel Gamer Zone Elite?
Gamer Zone EliteCosts & Billing
Call Newegg Customer Service at (800) 390-1119 to request cancellation. Have the email address connected to your Gamer Zone Elite enrollment ready so the team can locate your plan.
What happens if I cancel while a claim is in progress?
Gamer Zone EliteCosts & Billing
We’ll complete your claim before your plan is canceled. Keep an eye on your email and the claim portal in case we need any additional information from you.
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