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Refund Policy

Last updated: 14 June 2026

This policy explains when you are entitled to a refund for a Qalam session and how the process works. It forms part of our Terms of Service.

Cancellations by students

You may cancel a confirmed booking up to 24 hours before the scheduled session start time and receive a full refund with no questions asked.

Cancellations made within 24 hours of the session are non-refundable, unless the scholar also fails to attend. We recommend cancelling as early as possible out of respect for the scholar’s time.

Cancellations by scholars

If a scholar cancels a confirmed booking for any reason, you will receive a full refund automatically. You are welcome to book another session with the same scholar or a different one.

Scholars who cancel repeatedly risk suspension from the platform.

No-shows

If you do not attend your session and did not cancel within the permitted window, no refund will be issued.

If a scholar does not attend and did not cancel in advance, you will receive a full refund. Please allow up to 10 minutes before contacting us, as occasional connection delays do happen.

Technical failures

If a session cannot take place due to a failure on Qalam’s platform — for example, the video room failing to launch through no fault of either party — you will receive a full refund.

Technical issues arising from your own device, browser, or internet connection are not grounds for an automatic refund. We will review these cases individually — contact us as soon as the issue occurs.

Disputes

If you and your scholar disagree about whether a session took place or was delivered adequately, either party may raise a dispute by contacting us at support@qalamtutor.com within 48 hours of the scheduled session end time.

We will review the case — including session records and any relevant communication — and issue a decision within 5 business days. Our decision is final.

How refunds are processed

All refunds are returned to the original payment method via Stripe. Once we issue a refund, it typically takes 5–10 business days to appear on your statement, depending on your bank or card issuer. Qalam has no control over your bank’s processing time.

You will receive an email confirmation when a refund has been issued.

How to request a refund

Email us at support@qalamtutor.com with your booking details and the reason for your request. Please include the session date, scholar name, and your account email. We aim to respond to all refund requests within 2 business days.