Regardless of event type, refund rules, or circumstances, the following items and situations are strictly non-refundable under all conditions, unless the Event Organiser explicitly states otherwise.,This ensures fairness for all users and protects the integrity of event operations.
14.1 Convenience Fees, Platform Fees & Payment Gateway Charges
These fees cover:,Ticketing infrastructure,Payment processing,Technology and platform services,They are non-refundable, even if:,The Organiser approves a ticket refund,The event is cancelled,You cannot attend,Only the base ticket amount may be refundable (subject to Organiser approval).
14.2 Taxes Collected on Tickets, Wallets or Merchandise
GST and other taxes collected with Your order are not refundable, unless the Organiser specifically reimburses them.
14.3 Personal Reasons for Missing the Event
Refunds are not provided if You miss the event due to:,Sickness or medical issues,Work or travel commitments,Traffic delays,Weather on Your route,Oversleeping,Personal emergencies,Forgetting the event date,Tickets are valid only for the scheduled event time.
14.4 Arriving Late or Missing Entry Window
No refund is issued if:,You arrive after entry gates close,You miss early-entry privileges,The event starts earlier or later than expected,You cannot enter due to long queues,Event operations are controlled by Organisers, not FinkUP.
14.5 ID Issues or Failure to Meet Entry Requirements
Refunds are not allowed if:,You fail to carry a valid government ID,Age criteria are not met (18+/21+ events),Name on ID does not match booking details,You refuse security checks,Entry requirements are strictly enforced.
14.6 Sharing, Misuse, or Duplication of QR Codes or Tickets
No refund will be issued if:,Someone uses Your QR before You arrive,You accidentally share Your QR publicly,Your code is duplicated due to posting on social media,Unauthorized persons gain access,FinkUP cannot verify ownership once a QR is used.
14.7 Lost, Damaged or Tampered Wristbands/Devices
Refunds will not be provided if:,You lose Your wristband,It is stolen,It is damaged through personal negligence,It is intentionally modified or tampered with,RFID/NFC chips stop working because of misuse,Replacement is subject to Organiser policy.
14.8 Dissatisfaction With Event Quality or Experience
Refunds are not issued based on subjective opinions about:,Sound quality,Lighting,Seating arrangement,Venue conditions,Artist performance,Session content,Crowd Behavior,Food or beverage prices,Experience varies per attendee and cannot justify a refund.
14.9 Weather or Environmental Conditions
Refunds are not allowed if the event is impacted by:,Rain,Heat,Dust,Humidity,Temperature extremes,General outdoor discomfort,Outdoor events carry inherent environmental risks.
14.10 Event Delays, Technical Issues or Operational Problems
Refunds are not offered for:,Delayed event start,Entry queue delays,Stage or sound system failures,Power outages,Technical glitches,Overcrowding within permitted capacity,These issues do not qualify for refunds.
14.11 Changes in Artist Lineup, Speaker Panel or Agenda
Refunds are not applicable when:,An artist is replaced or performs a shorter set,Speakers/panels are changed,Timings are rearranged,Agenda is modified,Organisers reserve the right to modify programs.
14.12 Merchandise Not Matching Expectations
Refunds cannot be issued if:,You don’t like the fit, color, style,You change Your mind after receiving the product,You ordered the wrong size,You received the item late due to courier delays,Only incorrect or damaged items may be replaced (subject to Organiser policy).
14.13 Wallet (FinkCash) Balance Expiry
No refunds will be provided for:,Unused cashless event balance after the refund window closes,Partial balances below the minimum refund threshold,Wallet funds on lost/stolen wristbands,Wallet balance expiry as per event policy,Wallets operate under time-bound rules.
14.14 Inability to Attend Due to Rescheduling or Venue Change
Unless the Organiser explicitly allows refunds:,Venue changes,Date/time adjustments,Agenda or layout modifications,do NOT qualify for refunds.
14.15 Chargebacks for Valid Transactions
You cannot receive a refund through:,❌ Bank chargeback
❌ Dispute claim
❌ Payment reversal,for transactions that were successfully delivered.,Improper chargebacks may result in account suspension (see Section 13).