Payment FAQs

Accepted Payment Methods?

We currently accept PayPal or credit cards as the exclusive payment methods for all online orders. PayPal offers a secure and convenient checkout experience, ensuring flexible shopping. We are committed to seamless transactions through robust security protocols and transparent policies.

Online payment

  • 1. American Express
  • 2. Diners Club
  • 3. Discover
  • 4. Google Pay
  • 5. JCB
  • 6. MasterCard
  • 7. Visa

1. Accepted Payment Methods

We exclusively accept secure online payments via PayPal, providing a flexible and protected shopping experience.

  • PayPal: Pay securely using your PayPal account without sharing financial details.

  • All transactions are encrypted through PCI-DSS compliant gateways, ensuring end-to-end data security.

2. Is Shopping Safe? Is My Data Protected?

  1. Your data is processed confidentially and encrypted using SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) technology. No third party can access your encrypted order information, including your name, address, or credit card/bank account details. Credit card payments are additionally verified via 3D Secure protocols.

  2. Zero Data Retention: We never store or access credit card numbers or sensitive payment information.

3. Can I Pay Cash on Delivery? / I Don’t Have a Credit Card – Can I Wire Money?

We only accept PayPal or credit card payments. This ensures customer protection and verifies legitimate business transactions.

4. Payment Declined/Failed

If your payment is declined:

  1. Verify your account balance and billing details.

  2. Contact your bank/payment provider to resolve authorization issues.

  3. Reach our support team: info@epicureanauto.com

5. Order Confirmation & Verification

  • Instant Email Receipt: Sent upon successful payment processing.

  • Fraud Prevention: High-risk transactions may require additional verification (e.g., identity confirmation).

6. Payment Disputes

To resolve billing issues:

  • Primary contact: info@epicureanauto.com (24-hour response SLA).

  • Third-party mediation: We fully cooperate with PayPal Resolution Center and credit card networks.

7. Authorization Timing

  • Same-Day Processing: Charges initiate immediately after order placement.

  • Pending Charges: May appear for 1-3 business days before clearing, depending on your bank.

8. Contact Us

For payment inquiries:

9. Key Compliance Notes

  • PCI DSS Level 1 Certified Gateway

  • Participant in PayPal’s Seller Protection Program

  • State-specific consumer rights disclosures available upon request

Policy Updates

Subscribe to policy change notifications via your account dashboard.
Effective Date: June 12, 2025

PayPal-Specific Guidance

PayPal offers Buyer Protection and secure transactions through its robust gateway and refund policies. We recommend PayPal for safer purchases, minimizing credit card risks.

  • Have a PayPal account? Check out securely by logging into PayPal.

  • No PayPal account? No problem!

    1. Select "Pay with Debit or Credit Card" during checkout.

    2. Enter card details directly on PayPal – no account registration required.

    3. If prompted, click "Check Out as Guest".

PayPal Payment Process

1.2 Enter Your Credit Card Details
Depending on your country/region, you may also need to provide:

  • Billing address

  • Email address

  • Phone number
    After completing, click "Review and Continue".

3. Click "Pay Now"

4. When prompted to create a PayPal account, select "No Thanks".
Your order is now complete!

Completion: You'll receive an order confirmation email shortly. Enjoy your purchase!

PayPal Payment Troubleshooting

1. Common Payment Issues
You may encounter various issues when paying with PayPal. Typical reasons include:

1.1 Not Redirected to PayPal

  • Your browser’s PayPal cookies may be corrupted.
    Action: Clear your browser cookies – this step is critical.

1.2 PayPal Declined My Credit Card

  • Double-check all entered card details.

  • If correct:

    • Your card is likely linked to an existing PayPal account.

    • You must log into that PayPal account to use the card.
      Alternative: Try a different credit card.

1.3 "Pay with Debit or Credit Card" Option Missing

  • PayPal doesn’t always offer guest checkout due to:

    • Your location restrictions

    • PayPal detecting browser cookies suggesting you have an account
      Solution:

    1. Clear browser cookies and retry.

    2. If unresolved, contact PayPal Support.