CoolingCheckEU distance-purchase withdrawal checker
EU distance purchases 14-day withdrawal window Practical guidance, not legal advice

Check if your online purchase may still be within the EU 14-day withdrawal window.

CoolingCheck gives you a practical first answer: whether the purchase may still qualify, what exceptions could block it, how much time may be left, what proof to keep, and what to send to the seller.

For online, phone, or mail-order purchases. Not for standard in-store purchases.

Run a quick withdrawal check

CoolingCheck is built for EU distance purchases. It estimates whether the standard 14-day framework may still apply, highlights common blockers, shows what proof to keep, and drafts a seller-ready message.

For services or digital content, keep this on “No” unless a physical item was delivered.
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Your result

Enter your purchase details to see whether the 14-day withdrawal right may still apply.

Possible deadline

Add the purchase details above to get a practical check.

Possible exception

No exception flagged yet.

What to keep

  • Order confirmation
  • Proof of payment
  • Delivery confirmation or tracking
  • Product page or offer screenshot
  • Seller terms shown at checkout
  • Your message to the seller with date and time

Message for the seller

Complete the form to generate a draft you can copy and adapt.

Keep the wording factual and send it through a channel you can document.

How it works

CoolingCheck helps consumers make a quick first check using public EU consumer-rights guidance. It is not legal advice. It is a practical tool to help you decide whether to act now, what to keep, and what to send.

1 Add the basic purchase details: product type, seller type, order date, delivery date, and whether an exception may apply.
2 CoolingCheck reviews whether the purchase looks like an EU distance sale that may still fall within the 14-day withdrawal framework.
3 You get a likely status, possible blockers, remaining time if relevant, what proof to keep, and a draft message for the seller.

Public help

Use CoolingCheck for online, phone, and mail-order purchases where you want a practical first check on the EU withdrawal-right window.

Scope CoolingCheck is for distance purchases from a business or trader. Normal in-store purchases are outside the standard scope checked here.
Read the result The tool may return likely eligible, deadline near, possible exception, outside scope, or not enough information. If the deadline looks close, act immediately and keep timestamped proof.
Keep proof Save your order confirmation, payment proof, delivery evidence, screenshots of the offer, seller terms at checkout, any consent to immediate performance, and the message you send.
Common exceptions include personalised goods, tickets or bookings tied to a specific date, digital content or services already started with explicit consent, urgent repairs requested by you, and purchases from private individuals.

FAQ

Minimum public guidance for using the tool and interpreting the result.

What does CoolingCheck do?

CoolingCheck helps you make a quick first check on whether a distance purchase may still fall within the EU 14-day withdrawal period. It also highlights common exceptions, shows the likely timing, suggests what proof to keep, and gives you a draft message for the seller.

What kinds of purchases is this for?

CoolingCheck is for distance purchases such as online, phone, and mail-order purchases. It is not meant for normal in-store purchases.

Does CoolingCheck tell me with certainty that I can return something?

No. It gives practical guidance based on the facts entered and public EU consumer-rights sources. Final outcomes can depend on seller terms, local rules, and the specifics of the purchase.

What exceptions can block the 14-day withdrawal right?

Common exceptions include clearly personalised goods, tickets or bookings tied to a specific date, digital content already started with prior consent, some urgent repair or maintenance work specifically requested, and purchases from private individuals rather than traders.

When does the 14-day period usually start?

For many physical goods, it generally runs from the day the item is received. For services or digital content, timing can differ depending on what was agreed and whether performance already started.

What should I keep as proof?

Keep the order confirmation, payment proof, delivery evidence, product page screenshots, seller terms shown at checkout, any consent given for immediate access or early service start, and the message sent to the seller.

Can I use CoolingCheck for digital products or services?

Yes, but those cases often depend on whether immediate performance was accepted and whether it was acknowledged that the withdrawal right could be lost once access or performance began.

Is CoolingCheck a legal service?

No. CoolingCheck is an informational tool designed to help you act faster and more clearly. If the case is disputed or high-value, check with your national consumer authority or a qualified legal professional.