Terms of sale

Last updated: 03/12/25

These Terms of Sale apply to all purchases made through KrakenBay.co.uk (“Kraken Bay”, “we”, “our”, “us”). By placing an order, you agree to these terms in full. Please read them carefully before completing your purchase.


1. About Kraken Bay

Kraken Bay is a UK-based retailer specialising in refurbished IT equipment, components, and technology. All products sold on our website are sourced, tested, and graded according to strict internal standards.

Our contact information can be found on the Contact page.


2. Order Acceptance

When you place an order, you will receive an order confirmation email. This confirms we have received your order, not that we have accepted it.

Your order is officially accepted once:

Payment has successfully been processed

We have dispatched your item

We reserve the right to refuse or cancel orders for reasons including but not limited to: pricing errors, stock issues, suspected fraud, or misuse of our website.


3. Pricing & Payment

All prices listed on KrakenBay.co.uk are in GBP (£) and include VAT where applicable.

You agree that:

Prices may change at any time

You are responsible for providing accurate billing information

Your payment method may be charged immediately upon checkout

If a pricing error is discovered, we may cancel the order and offer you the chance to re-order at the correct price.


4. Product Condition & Grading

Kraken Bay specialises in refurbished, pre-owned, and reclaimed IT hardware. As such:

Items may show cosmetic wear

Items are tested and graded according to our internal standards

Stock images may be used for illustrative purposes only

It is your responsibility to check compatibility before purchasing. We can provide guidance upon request.


5. Dispatch & Delivery

We dispatch orders within 24 hours Monday–Friday.

Delivery is tracked and timing will depend on the shipping option selected at checkout.
Next-day delivery is only guaranteed if the appropriate paid option is chosen.

We are not responsible for courier delays, missed delivery attempts, or factors outside our control once the item has left our warehouse.


6. Risk & Title

Risk of loss or damage passes to you once the item is delivered to your address.

Ownership (title) remains with Kraken Bay until full payment has been received.


7. Returns Policy

Our returns policy is detailed separately on our Returns page and forms part of these Terms of Sale.

Key points:

You have 30 days to request a return

Items must be returned in the same condition they were received

Return shipping may be the customer’s responsibility unless the item is faulty or not as described

We reserve the right to refuse returns outside policy terms or for items that have been tampered with, damaged, or improperly installed.


8. Warranty

Most products include a 3-month hardware warranty, unless otherwise stated on the product page.

Warranty covers:

Hardware faults

Component failure not caused by customer misuse

Warranty does not cover:

Physical damage

Incorrect installation

Attempted repairs

Software issues

Liquid damage

Overheating caused by dust or misuse

Overclocking or modification

We may repair, replace, or refund the item at our discretion.


9. Faulty Goods

If your item develops a fault during the warranty period:

Contact us at support@krakenbay.co.uk

Describe the issue and provide your order number

We may request photos, diagnostics, or additional information

If the fault is confirmed, we will provide a free return label and process a repair or replacement.
Where repair or replacement is not possible, a refund will be issued.


10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

Kraken Bay is not liable for indirect, consequential, or incidental damages

We are not responsible for data loss — please back up your devices

Our total liability will not exceed the purchase price of the item in question

You use refurbished equipment at your own risk, and it is your responsibility to ensure compatibility with your existing systems.


11. Software & Licensing

Unless explicitly stated, refurbished devices do not include software licences such as Windows, Office, or manufacturer-specific activation keys.

Any installed software may be for testing only and should be replaced with a properly licensed version by the purchaser.


12. Customer Responsibilities

By purchasing, you agree to:

Install items correctly

Use compatible hardware

Not attempt repairs that void warranty

Follow manufacturer and industry safety standards

We cannot be held responsible for damage caused by improper installation or misuse.


13. Changes to These Terms

Kraken Bay may update these Terms of Sale at any time.
The version active at the time of purchase will apply to that transaction.


14. Governing Law

These Terms of Sale are governed by the laws of England and Wales.
Any disputes will be handled exclusively in the courts of England and Wales.


15. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Sale, please contact:
support@krakenbay.co.uk