Macy's Return Policy

Last verified: February 17, 2026

★★★3.4/5(28 shopper ratings)

Macy's offers a 30-day return window for most items. Star Rewards members get free return shipping; others pay $9.99. Holiday purchases (Oct 6–Dec 31) can be returned through Jan 31. Final sale and Last Act clearance items are non-returnable. No receipt? Macy's can look up your purchase via card or account; without any proof, store credit is issued.

Return Window

30 Days

Standard items

Receipt Required?

Yes

See details below

Free Return Shipping?

No

In-Store Returns?

Yes

For online purchases

Exceptions & Special Categories

Different return windows than the standard 30 days

Last Act clearance merchandiseNon-returnable
Custom/personalized/altered itemsNon-returnable
Macy's Beauty Box and Bridal SalonNon-returnable
Opened personal care items (except gently used cosmetics/fragrances)Non-returnable
Gift cards, food, beverages, live plantsNon-returnable

What if I Don't Have a Receipt?

Macy's can look up via credit card, Macy's account, or order number. Without any proof: store credit at item's lowest selling price in last 180 days.

Holiday Return Extension

🎄 Items purchased Oct 6 – Dec 31 can be returned through Jan 31. Star Rewards members get free return shipping year-round; others pay $9.99.

How You'll Be Refunded

Original payment method; store credit for gift returns or no-proof returns

📋 Official policy: Macy's Return Policy Page →

What Shoppers Say About Macy's's Return Policy

★★★★Ease: 3/5Jan 2026

The process is fine, nothing special.

★★★★★Ease: 4/5Dec 2025

30 days for most items is just okay.

★★★★★Ease: 3/5Dec 2025

Furniture returns are complicated with restocking fees.

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