Effective Date: November 26, 2025
Last Updated: January 3, 2026
1. INTRODUCTION & SCOPE
This Refund and Cancellation Policy ("Policy") governs all refund and cancellation requests for products and services purchased from Maison Model X ("MMX," "we," "us," or "our"). This Policy applies to all digital products and services offered through our website at https://www.maisonmodelx.com (the "Website"), including:
AI-Generated Model Photography Service
- 5 Tiers: Prélude, Élan, Signature, Couture Ensemble, and Légende
- Includes: Custom AI models, multiple angles/poses, professional photography, commercial rights
Consistent Faces Reference Pack Service
- 2 Tiers: Prélude, Élan
- Includes: AI-generated reference face packs for consistent generation across multiple uses
- Delivered as folder of images via email
Add-on Services
- Rush Delivery (8-hour guarantee for eligible tiers)
- Extra Images (angle/pose)
- Age Progression
- Extra Revision rounds
- Extra AI Models
- All ancillary services and enhancements
Maison Model X is an AI-powered digital modeling platform that enables brands, designers, photographers, and creators to purchase custom AI-generated digital models, professional model photography, and consistent face reference assets for commercial and creative use. All products are delivered digitally and created using artificial intelligence technology.
By placing an order through our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Refund and Cancellation Policy, in conjunction with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
1.1 Legal Compliance Framework
This Policy is formulated in full compliance with:
- Consumer Protection Act, 2019 (and amendments)
- Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020
- Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and related rules
- Information Technology Act, 2000 and related rules
- Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Refund Guidelines
- Indian Cyber Law and Data Retention Standards
- Payment gateway standards (Razorpay, etc.)
- Industry best practices for AI-generated digital goods and services
2. REFUND ELIGIBILITY & GROUNDS
2.1 Product Nature & Refund Framework
All products offered by Maison Model X are:
- Custom-created digital assets including AI-generated models, digital fashion photography, consistent face reference packs, and related imagery
- Synthetically generated using artificial intelligence technology and do not represent real individuals
- Created in accordance with your specifications and the AI Model License terms outlined in our Terms of Service (Section 7)
- Non-returnable in the traditional sense because they are intangible, electronically delivered assets that cannot be "returned" or retrieved once provided
- Subject to inherent AI variations that do not constitute non-conformance unless they materially deviate from stated specifications (below the 70% conformance threshold as defined in Section 4 below)
You acknowledge that: AI-generated outputs may contain inherent minor variations inherent to AI technology. These variations are expected and do not trigger refund eligibility unless they materially deviate from your specifications.
All sales are final. Due to the custom nature of AI-generated digital products and the immediate allocation of computational resources, software licenses, and processing capacity upon order placement, standard refunds are not provided except under specific circumstances outlined in this Policy.
2.2 Refund Eligibility Conditions
Refunds may be issued only under the following specific circumstances:
2.2.1 NON-DELIVERY: Full Refund (100%)
Eligibility Criteria:
If your purchased product is not delivered within 7 calendar days (1 week) from the date of order confirmation and payment processing, you are automatically eligible for a full 100% refund.
Conditions:
- You must not have accessed or received the product in any form during this 7-day period
- The non-delivery must be attributed to MMX (technical failure, resource unavailability, system errors)
- You must formally request the refund within 48 hours of the 7-day non-delivery window expiring
Communication Protocol:
Upon order confirmation, you will receive an email within 12 hours confirming:
- Order number and timestamp
- Product specifications as received
- Estimated delivery date (typically 24-48 hours from order confirmation)
- Instructions for reporting delivery issues
This communication enables you to flag delivery issues early before the 7-day window expires.
2.2.1.1 Rush Delivery Special Provision
Availability:
Rush Delivery (8-hour guaranteed delivery) is available for the following product combinations:
| AI Photography |
Consistent Faces |
| Signature tier |
N/A |
| Couture Ensemble tier |
N/A |
| Légende tier |
N/A |
Rush Delivery is NOT available for Prélude or Élan tiers (AI Photography) or any Consistent Faces orders.
Rush Delivery Failure & Refund Scenarios:
If you have purchased Rush Delivery and the product is not delivered within the guaranteed 8-hour window:
Scenario A: Partial Failure (Delivered Late but Within 7 Days)
- You receive: 100% refund of Rush Delivery fees (the additional rush charge) PLUS 20% of the base product price
- You keep the product (it will be delivered as per the standard tier promise)
- If the product, when finally delivered, does NOT meet your tier-specific deliverables (e.g., promised 30 angles but only 20 delivered, wrong conformance, etc.), you are eligible for an additional 50% partial refund of the base product (assessed per Section 2.2.2)
Scenario B: Complete Non-Delivery (Not Delivered Within 7 Days)
- If the product is still not delivered after 7 calendar days: 100% full refund of the entire order (base product + rush fee)
- No delivery occurs; order is cancelled with full refund
Scenario C: Delivered on Time But Non-Conformant
- If Rush Delivery succeeds (8-hour delivery) but the delivered product does NOT meet tier specifications (e.g., wrong number of angles, wrong conformance level): 50% partial refund applies (assessed per Section 2.2.2 non-conformance rules)
- Rush fee is not refunded in this case (delivery timeline was met; issue is product conformance)
Example Workflow:
- Customer orders Signature tier (₹19,999) + Rush Delivery (₹2,000) = ₹21,999 total
- Rush deadline: 8 hours from order confirmation (Monday 2 PM)
- Product not delivered by Monday 10 PM = rush failed
- Product delivered Tuesday 3 PM (within 7-day window)
- Customer receives:
- ₹2,000 (rush fee) + ₹3,999.80 (20% of ₹19,999) = ₹5,999.80 refund
- Keeps the delivered product
- If product also has conformance issues: Additional 50% refund of ₹19,999 = ₹9,999.50 (total ₹15,999.30 refund)
2.2.2 NON-CONFORMANCE: Partial Refund (50%)
Eligibility Criteria:
If the delivered product completely fails to meet the specifications agreed upon at purchase, meaning the product meets less than 70% of your stated objective requirements, you may request a 50% partial refund.
Conditions:
- Your original specifications must have been clear, complete, and objective (see Section 4 for conformance calculation methodology)
- You must provide verifiable evidence demonstrating non-conformance (see Section 4.3)
- The non-conformance must be material and significant, not minor variations inherent to AI generation
- You must submit your refund request within 7 calendar days of delivery (see Section 6 for process)
Rationale for Partial Refund:
A partial 50% refund is offered because Maison Model X has already expended significant resources including:
- Computational processing and AI model generation/training
- Software licenses and platform usage
- Development time and technical infrastructure
- Payment processing fees
While we acknowledge the inconvenience of non-conformance, a full refund is not appropriate when substantial work has been completed and resources have been consumed. The 50% refund represents fair compensation for the failure to meet specifications while recognizing the resources already invested.
Important: If the delivered product meets 70% or more of your stated objective specifications, no refund applies. This is considered acceptable delivery within the parameters of custom AI-generated content, which may involve minor variations inherent to AI technology.
2.2.3 TECHNICAL FILE ERRORS: Full Refund (100%)
Eligibility Criteria:
If the delivered digital files are technically corrupted, inaccessible, or cannot be opened due to file format errors directly attributable to our delivery system.
Conditions:
- The file must be unopenable on standard devices/software (not user error with the device)
- The issue must be caused by our delivery/file conversion process (not your ISP, email client, or device)
- You must report the issue within 48 hours of receiving the corrupted file
Resolution:
We will either:
- Re-deliver the corrected files in the same or alternative format within 24-48 hours, or
- Issue a full 100% refund if re-delivery is not technically feasible
2.2.4 DUPLICATE CHARGES: Full Refund (100%)
Eligibility Criteria:
If you have been charged multiple times for the same order due to a payment processing error (not user error of clicking "submit" multiple times).
Conditions:
- The duplicate charge must be confirmed through payment gateway records (Razorpay, etc.)
- You must report the duplicate charge within 7 calendar days of the duplicate transaction
Resolution:
We will issue a full 100% refund for all duplicate charges within 2-3 business days of verification.
2.2.5 CONFORMANCE FOR CONSISTENT FACES REFERENCE PACKS
Special Provisions for Consistent Faces Product:
Consistent Faces are delivered as folder/collection of final-deliverable images (PNG, JPG, or WEBP format as requested) via email.
Consistency Guarantee Scope:
The advertised 95%+ consistency is guaranteed for image generation purposes only. This means:
- Guaranteed: When you use the reference pack images to generate new images with AI tools (Midjourney, Nano Banana, Seedream, etc.), the resulting images will maintain high consistency across different angles, expressions, and contexts IF prompting is done correctly
- Not Guaranteed: Consistency for video generation, deepfakes, or video model training
- Client Responsibility: Prompting quality, AI tool selection, and training parameters are entirely the client's responsibility. MMX is not liable for consistency degradation due to poor prompting or suboptimal AI tool configuration
Refund Eligibility for Consistent Faces:
Same 70% conformance threshold applies to Consistent Faces as with AI Model Photography. Conformance is assessed based on:
- Objective specifications met (age range, ethnicity, hair color, expression, facial features, etc.)
- Image quality standards (high-resolution, studio-grade quality as promised)
- Folder completeness (all promised images/reference variants delivered)
- File format delivery (delivered in requested format)
Conformance calculation methodology is defined in Section 4.2.
Important Limitation:
If a customer uses the Consistent Faces reference pack with their own AI tools (Midjourney, Nano Banana, etc.) and experiences inconsistency due to poor prompting, suboptimal tool settings, or external AI tool failures, MMX is not responsible. The customer has full responsibility for:
- Selecting appropriate AI tools
- Crafting effective prompts
- Configuring model training parameters (if applicable)
- Understanding the limitations of their chosen AI tool
This is reflected in the 50% partial refund threshold—MMX has delivered the reference pack as promised, and secondary consistency depends on client usage.
2.2.6 MANDATORY CONSUMER PROTECTION REMEDIES
Legal Compliance Note:
In jurisdictions with mandatory consumer protection rights, including India's Consumer Protection Act, 2019, additional refunds or remedies may be required by law.
If the delivered product constitutes a "deficiency in service" as defined under Section 2(11) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 (any fault, imperfection, shortcoming, or inadequacy in the quality, nature, or manner of performance required to be maintained by law), you may be entitled to remedies including:
- Replacement (if technically feasible and not substituting the original service)
- Removal of deficiency (refinements, re-generation, or corrections)
- Full refund
- Compensation as mandated by law
These remedies may supersede the limitations in this Policy. We comply fully with all applicable consumer protection regulations and court orders.
3. NON-REFUNDABLE SCENARIOS & LIMITATIONS
The following circumstances and items are not eligible for refunds under any circumstances:
3.1 Client-Caused Specification Issues
Specifications provided by you were unclear, incomplete, contradictory, or technically impossible, including:
- Vague descriptions ("make it look better," "make it more fashionable")
- Conflicting requirements (e.g., "young face, aged 60 years old")
- Requests for specific ages (e.g., "exactly 25 years old" or "exactly 47 years old")—age ranges work better for AI consistency, and exact-age requests cannot be guaranteed
- Technically impossible requests (e.g., "generate a real human face," "create a photograph of someone who doesn't exist but looks exactly like Brad Pitt")
- Overly subjective demands ("make it look more artistic" without concrete specification)
Client Responsibility: It is your responsibility to provide clear, complete, and objective specifications during order placement. If our team requests clarification and you fail to provide it, any resulting non-conformance is not grounds for refund.
3.2 Commercial License & Standard Features
- No refund for Commercial License: Commercial Rights (commercial use license) are included in every tier of both AI Photography and Consistent Faces products. Commercial license is not a separate add-on and not refundable as a standalone item. If you object to the commercial rights terms, this is not grounds for refund.
3.3 Refinements Are Not Grounds for Refunds
Refinement requests (covered separately in our Terms of Service, Section 4) are not grounds for refunds. Refinements are provided at no additional cost within the 7-day reporting period and are the primary remedy for minor non-conformance issues.
Important Distinction:
- Refinements: Small changes (hair color, expression, minor pose adjustment, clothing color) provided free of charge within revision limits per tier
- Refunds: Full or partial refunds for major failures meeting non-conformance criteria
You must choose one remedy per issue. You cannot request a refinement AND a refund for the same problem.
3.4 Timing Limitation (7-Day Window)
All refund requests must be submitted within 7 calendar days of delivery. After this period expires, no refunds will be issued under any circumstances, regardless of the nature of the issue.
Measurement: The 7-day window begins on the date the product is delivered to your email inbox (confirmed delivery timestamp).
3.5 Subjective Dissatisfaction (70%+ Conformance)
If the delivered product objectively meets your stated objective specifications and requirements (70% or higher conformance per Section 4.2), no refund will be issued, even if you are subjectively dissatisfied with the result.
Examples of non-refundable subjective dissatisfaction:
- "I don't like the overall look even though it matches my specs"
- "I thought it would look better in person"
- "This style doesn't suit my brand as well as I hoped"
- "The AI generation looks too 'AI-like'"
These are subjective preferences, not non-conformance. Refinements are available for subjective adjustments at no additional cost within revision limits.
3.6 Minor AI Variations (Not Material Deviations)
You acknowledge that AI-generated outputs may contain inherent minor variations, including but not limited to:
- Slight skin tone shifts
- Minor asymmetries in facial features
- Subtle texture variations (hair, clothing)
- Minimal lighting/shadow differences
- Slight background color variations
- Minor proportion variations within normal human range
Minor variations will NOT trigger refund eligibility if:
- All objective specifications are substantially met (70%+ threshold)
- The variation does not materially affect the usability of the product
- The variation is consistent with AI generation inherent variability
Examples of non-refundable minor variations:
- Skin is slightly darker/lighter than exact reference
- Hair has subtle texture differences
- Pose is 95% as specified but with minor angle variation
- Background has slight color shift
- Facial symmetry is not 100% perfect (human-normal range)
3.7 Acceptable Delivery of Consistent Faces
For Consistent Faces Reference Packs specifically:
If the reference pack is delivered with all promised images, in high resolution, meeting 70%+ of your stated specifications, the consistency guarantee limitation applies:
If you use the reference pack with YOUR OWN AI tools (Midjourney, Nano Banana, Seedream, etc.) and experience inconsistency, this is NOT grounds for refund because:
- The reference pack was delivered as promised
- Consistency during secondary generation depends on your prompting, tool selection, and model training
- MMX has fulfilled its obligation to deliver the reference images
4. CONFORMANCE STANDARDS & ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY
4.1 Conformance Threshold Definition
70% Conformance Standard:
Both AI Model Photography and Consistent Faces are subject to a 70% conformance threshold. If 70% or more of your stated objective specifications are met, the delivery is considered acceptable, and no refund applies.
If less than 70% of your stated objective specifications are met, you are eligible for a 50% partial refund (subject to all other conditions in this Policy).
4.2 Conformance Calculation Methodology
To determine if your product meets the 70% threshold, conformance will be calculated through objective comparison of delivered output against written specifications using the following criteria:
4.2.1 Objective Specifications
Objective specifications are concrete, verifiable characteristics that can be unambiguously evaluated:
- Age/Age Range (e.g., "25-35 years old," "middle-aged," "senior")
- Ethnicity/Skin Tone (e.g., "South Asian," "East Asian," "African," "Middle Eastern," "Light brown")
- Hair Color (e.g., "black," "blonde," "brown," "red")
- Hair Length (e.g., "long," "medium," "short," "waist-length")
- Hair Texture (e.g., "curly," "straight," "wavy")
- Body Type/Build (e.g., "slim," "athletic," "curvy," "muscular")
- Facial Expression (e.g., "smiling," "serious," "playful," "neutral")
- Pose/Position (e.g., "sitting," "standing," "looking left," "head tilt")
- Clothing Type/Color (e.g., "red dress," "blue blazer," "white shirt")
- Background Setting (e.g., "white background," "studio," "outdoor," "brick wall")
- Tier-Specific Deliverables (e.g., "5 AI models," "30 angles/poses," "12-24 hour delivery")
Each objective attribute has equal weighted value in conformance calculation.
Formula: Conformance % = (Objective Specifications Met ÷ Total Objective Specifications Provided) × 100
4.2.2 Subjective Specifications
Subjective specifications are opinion-based interpretations that vary by perspective:
- "Looks professional"
- "Looks fashionable"
- "Artistic"
- "Modern"
- "Elegant"
- "Bold"
- "Soft and gentle"
- "Edgy"
IMPORTANT: If all objective specifications are met, subjective dissatisfaction does NOT trigger refund eligibility. You may request refinements instead (free of charge within revision limits).
4.2.3 Conformance Example
Your Original Order Specifications (Signature Tier):
- Quantity: 5 AI models
- Age: 25-35 years old
- Ethnicity: South Asian
- Hair Color: Black
- Hair Length: Long (below shoulders)
- Hair Texture: Wavy
- Body Type: Athletic
- Expression: Smiling
- Pose: Standing, looking to the right
- Clothing: White shirt
- Background: Studio white
- Delivery: 12-24 hour delivery
- Style Preference: Professional and modern (SUBJECTIVE)
Calculation:
If delivered product met: all 12 objective specifications perfectly
- Conformance = 12 ÷ 12 × 100 = 100% ✓ REFUND ELIGIBLE: NO
Alternative Scenario (Lower Conformance):
If delivered product met only: ethnicity, age, hair color, pose, quantity, delivery (6 of 12 objective specs) with wrong body type, wrong outfit color, wrong hair length, wrong hair texture, wrong background, wrong delivery time:
- Conformance = 6 ÷ 12 × 100 = 50% ✗ REFUND ELIGIBLE: YES (50% partial refund)
4.3 Proof Requirements & Documentation Standards
To substantiate a non-conformance refund claim, you must provide:
For Non-Conformance Claims (<70% threshold):
- Original order confirmation (email with order number, specifications, timestamp)
- Delivered product file(s) (screenshot or actual image file)
- Detailed comparison document listing:
- Each specification you provided
- How the delivered product failed to meet that specification
- Objective evidence (e.g., "I requested black hair; delivered image has brown hair")
- Clear, objective explanation (not subjective complaints)
For Technical File Error Claims:
- Error screenshot showing unopenable/corrupted file message
- Device and software information (what program you used to open it, what device)
- Timestamp of delivery and when the error was discovered
For Duplicate Charge Claims:
- Payment confirmation emails from both transactions
- Bank/card statement screenshots showing duplicate charges
- Date and amount of each charge
For Rush Delivery Delay Claims:
- Order confirmation showing Rush Delivery was purchased
- Timestamp of order confirmation
- Timestamp of delivery (or non-delivery)
- Proof of rush fee payment
Evidentiary Standard:
MMX will assess evidence using objective, reasonable judgment. If your evidence is unclear, contradictory, or insufficient, your refund request will be rejected (see Section 6.5 for grounds for rejection).
5. CANCELLATION POLICY
5.1 Pre-Delivery Cancellation
Eligibility: You may request cancellation of your order before the product is delivered.
Conditions:
Due to our rapid delivery model (24-48 hours), most orders enter production within 12 hours of placement. The time-based cancellation windows balance customer rights with operational realities of AI model generation—resource allocation occurs immediately upon order confirmation.
These windows provide reasonable opportunity for customer reflection while ensuring business operational feasibility.
5.1.1 Cancellation Within 12 Hours (Before Production Start)
- Eligibility Window: Within 12 hours of order placement (measured from payment confirmation timestamp)
- Refund Amount: 100% full refund (no deductions)
- Conditions:
- Order must not yet have entered production (AI generation has not begun)
- You must submit cancellation request via email to maisonmodelx@gmail.com with subject: "CANCELLATION REQUEST – [Your Order Number]"
5.1.2 Cancellation 12-24 Hours After Order (After Production Start)
- Eligibility Window: 12 to 24 hours after order payment confirmation
- Refund Amount: 90% refund (10% administrative fee deducted)
- Conditions:
- Order has entered production but is not yet complete
- Significant computational resources have been allocated
- The 10% fee covers partial resource allocation and process overhead
5.1.3 Cancellation After 24 Hours
- Refund Eligibility: No cancellation possible after 24 hours
- Rationale: Computational resources, software licenses, and model training have been substantially consumed
- Alternative: If the product is delivered and you are dissatisfied, you may request refinements or file a refund request based on non-conformance criteria (see Section 2.2.2)
5.2 Cancellation Timeline Communication
You will be notified via email when your order enters production (AI generation begins). However, the cancellation timeline is measured from payment confirmation timestamp, not from this production notification.
Check your original order confirmation email for the exact payment confirmation time to determine your cancellation window.
5.3 Post-Delivery: No Cancellation
Once a product is delivered electronically, the order cannot be cancelled. Digital products cannot be "returned" in the traditional sense.
Post-delivery issues are addressed through:
- Refinements: Free improvements within revision limits (Section 5.4)
- Refund policy: Non-conformance or technical issues (Section 2)
5.4 Refinements vs. Cancellations
Refinements are the primary mechanism for post-delivery satisfaction:
- Available for: Minor changes (hair color, expression, pose, background, clothing color)
- Cost: Free within tier-specific revision limits
- Additional Revisions: Available at additional cost if tier limit is exceeded
- Timeline: Must be requested within 7 calendar days of delivery
Refinement Limits by Tier:
AI Photography Service
| Tier |
Included Revisions |
Additional Revision Cost |
| Prélude |
1 |
₹500 per revision |
| Élan |
1 |
₹500 per revision |
| Signature |
2 |
₹500 per revision |
| Couture Ensemble |
3 |
₹500 per revision |
| Légende |
3 |
₹500 per revision |
Consistent Faces Service
| Tier |
Included Revisions |
Additional Revision Cost |
| Prélude |
3 |
₹500 per revision |
| Élan |
3 |
₹500 per revision |
Important: Once a product has undergone revision and been resubmitted to you, MMX has no further responsibility for that product if it is later misused, modified, or causes issues. You assume full responsibility for the revised product.
5.5 No Arbitrary Cancellation Charges
We do not impose cancellation charges on customers beyond the 10% administrative fee (for 12-24 hour window cancellations), in compliance with the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020, which prohibit arbitrary cancellation charges unless the seller also bears similar charges in the event of seller-initiated cancellations.
We operate on a no-punishment model: If we cancel or fail to deliver, you receive a full refund with no deductions.
5.6 Seller-Initiated Cancellations
If we cancel or fail to deliver your order from our side (due to technical issues, resource unavailability, payment processing failure, or other reasons), you will receive a full 100% refund with no deductions.
5.7 Force Majeure Events
In the event of force majeure circumstances (natural disasters, pandemics, government actions, cyber-attacks, critical infrastructure failures, internet outages) that prevent us from delivering your product:
- We will notify you as soon as possible (within 48 hours if feasible)
- We reserve the right to:
- Delay delivery with regular status updates until service is restored, OR
- Cancel the order and issue a full 100% refund
- The choice is yours; we will offer both options
6. REFUND PROCESSING & TIMELINES
6.1 Refund Request Submission Process
To request a refund, please follow these steps:
Step 1: Email Submission
Email us at maisonmodelx@gmail.com with the subject line:
"REFUND REQUEST – [Your Order Number]"
Step 2: Required Information
In your email, provide:
- Order Number (from order confirmation email)
- Purchase Date (date of order and payment confirmation)
- Reason for Refund Request (non-delivery, non-conformance, technical error, duplicate charge, rush failure, etc.)
- Supporting Evidence (screenshots, file samples, comparisons—see Section 4.3)
- Specific Details of the issue:
- For non-delivery: "Product not received after 7 days"
- For non-conformance: "Product does not meet these specs: [list]; instead has these issues: [details]"
- For technical errors: "File is corrupted and shows this error: [screenshot]"
- For duplicates: "Charged twice on [date] for the same order"
- For rush failure: "Rush delivery purchased for 8-hour delivery; not delivered until [time]"
- Your Contact Number (for clarification if needed)
Step 3: Acknowledgment
We will acknowledge receipt of your refund request within 48 hours (2 business days) via email, confirming we have received all necessary information.
6.2 Refund Review & Decision Process
Review Timeline:
Our team will review your request, evaluate the evidence, and determine eligibility based on this Policy. This process typically takes 5-7 business days.
Decision Communication:
You will receive a final decision via email within 7-10 business days of your initial request. The decision will include:
- Approval or Rejection status
- Refund Amount (if approved: 100%, 50%, or specific amount)
- Detailed Explanation of the decision and how the conformance assessment was calculated (if applicable)
- Next Steps (if approved: timeline for refund processing; if rejected: grounds for rejection and appeal process)
6.3 Data Retention During Refund Review
Once a refund request is submitted:
Data Retention Period:
All associated order data (specifications, communications, delivery records, conformance evidence) are retained for extended compliance purposes per Indian law (estimated 2 years minimum), regardless of standard data retention policies outlined in our Privacy Policy.
This ensures we can investigate your claim thoroughly, provide evidence-based decisions on refund eligibility, and maintain compliance with legal record-keeping requirements.
Data retained includes:
- Order specifications and requirements document
- Email communications with you regarding the order
- Delivery records and timestamps
- Product files and images (to assess conformance)
- Payment transaction records
- Any supporting documentation you provided
Data Usage:
This data is used exclusively for refund review, legal compliance, and fraud prevention purposes. Data is retained for the full 2-year compliance period as required by Indian law, then securely deleted.
Data Protection:
All data is handled in accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and our Privacy Policy. Unauthorized access or misuse of this data is prohibited.
6.4 Refund Initiation & Payment Processing
If a refund is approved:
Initiation Timeline:
The refund will be initiated within 2-3 business days after the final decision email is sent.
Payment Method:
Refunds are processed as source refunds, meaning the refund is credited back to the original payment method used to make the purchase. This policy is mandated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and payment gateway providers (Razorpay, etc.) to prevent fraud and money laundering.
Refund Timeline by Payment Method:
| Payment Method |
Estimated Refund Timeline |
| Credit Card |
5-10 business days after refund initiation |
| Debit Card |
5-10 business days after refund initiation |
| UPI |
2-7 business days after refund initiation |
| Net Banking |
2-10 business days after refund initiation |
| Digital Wallets (PayTM, PhonePe, Google Pay, etc.) |
Instant to 3 business days after refund initiation |
| Razorpay Wallet |
Instant to 1 business day after refund initiation |
Note: These timelines are governed by the policies of the payment gateway (Razorpay, etc.) and your issuing bank. Maison Model X has no control over the refund processing time once the refund is initiated by the payment gateway.
6.5 Total Expected Refund Timeline
Total expected time from refund request to credit in your account: 10-25 business days, depending on:
- Complexity of the review (simple cases may be faster; complex cases may take full 25 days)
- Payment method used (UPI faster than credit cards)
- Banking processing times (holidays, weekends)
Note: Business days exclude Saturdays, Sundays, and national bank holidays in India.
6.6 Partial Refunds (50%)
In cases where a 50% partial refund is approved (non-conformance scenarios):
- Calculation: 50% of the product purchase price is refunded; taxes are refunded proportionally
- Example: If you paid ₹10,000 including ₹1,800 GST, a 50% refund = ₹5,000 (product) + ₹900 (GST) = ₹5,900 total
- Consistency with Refinements: If you have already received refinements for the same issue, a refund may not be approved (see Section 6.8.6)
6.7 Tax Refunds
Any applicable taxes (GST, service tax, etc.) paid at the time of purchase will be refunded proportionally along with the refund amount:
- Full refunds: Full tax is refunded
- Partial refunds: Proportional tax is refunded (e.g., 50% refund = 50% of tax refunded)
6.8 Refund Rejection Grounds
Your refund request may be rejected under the following circumstances:
6.8.1 Timing Violation
Refund requests submitted after 7 calendar days from the date of delivery will be automatically rejected. This reporting period is firm and cannot be extended.
6.8.2 Insufficient Evidence
If you fail to provide clear, verifiable evidence to support your refund claim (for non-conformance claims), your request may be rejected.
Example: You claim "the product is bad" but provide no specific evidence of how it failed to meet your specifications.
6.8.3 Conformance Threshold Met
If our review determines that the delivered product meets 70% or more of your stated objective specifications (per Section 4.2 methodology), your refund request will be rejected, as this constitutes acceptable delivery.
6.8.4 Client Error
If the issue is determined to be caused by:
- Your error: Providing unclear, incomplete, or contradictory specifications
- Unreasonable demands: Requesting specifications that are technically impossible or beyond AI generation capabilities
- Misunderstanding: Misinterpreting what was offered or what you ordered
- Technology limitations: Understanding that AI generation has inherent limitations you did not account for
Your refund request will be rejected.
6.8.5 Fraudulent or Abusive Claims
If we determine that a refund request is fraudulent, abusive, or made in bad faith, your request will be rejected, and your account may be suspended or terminated.
Fraudulent or abusive refund requests include, but are not limited to:
- Screenshot falsification: Providing edited or fake screenshots to misrepresent the delivered product
- Bait-and-switch claims: Claiming you received a product you didn't; attempting to use a different product as evidence
- Repeat abuse: Filing multiple refund requests for the same product to pressure approval
- Collusion: Filing refund claims with others in an organized refund fraud scheme
- False claims: Claiming non-delivery when you actually received and downloaded the product
- Good-faith testing abuse: Ordering products with the intention of receiving them and only filing a refund if dissatisfied (abuse of our fair refund policy)
- Chargeback abuse: Filing a refund request with us while simultaneously initiating a chargeback with your bank (see Section 8.3)
Consequences of Fraudulent or Abusive Conduct:
If fraudulent or abusive behavior is confirmed:
- Immediate refund rejection (no refund issued)
- Account suspension or permanent termination
- All future orders forfeited (no refunds issued regardless of circumstances)
- Legal action: We reserve the right to pursue legal action under Section 420 (cheating) and 406 (criminal breach of trust) of the Indian Penal Code
- Ban from re-purchase: We will refuse service to you in perpetuity
6.8.6 Product Already Accepted with Refinements
If you have already received and accepted refinements to your delivered product, you may no longer be eligible for a refund, as the refinement process constitutes our good-faith effort to meet your requirements.
Clarification: Refinements are the primary remedy for non-conformance. If we provide free refinements and the refined product is still not satisfactory, a subsequent refund request will be evaluated based on whether the refined product meets 70%+ conformance. If it does, no refund will be issued.
7. DISPUTE RESOLUTION & LEGAL ESCALATION
7.1 Informal Resolution (Encouraged)
If you are dissatisfied with a refund decision, we encourage you to first contact us at maisonmodelx@gmail.com to attempt an informal resolution through good-faith negotiation.
We will make reasonable efforts to address your concerns and explore compromise solutions.
Informal Resolution Timeline:
- First response: Within 5-7 business days
- Resolution attempt: 2-3 additional business days of back-and-forth discussion
If informal resolution is unsuccessful, proceed to formal escalation (Section 7.2).
7.2 Consumer Protection Authority Escalation
If informal resolution is unsuccessful, you have the right to escalate your complaint to relevant consumer protection authorities under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, including:
7.2.1 District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission
- Jurisdiction: Maison Model X is registered in Mumbai, India
- Applicable: For complaints with relief value up to ₹1 crore
- Filing: File a written complaint under Section 38 of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019
- Location: District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Mumbai
- Contact: Refer to your local District Consumer Commission website for filing procedures
7.2.2 State Consumer Protection Authority
- Applicable: For complaints with relief value between ₹1 crore and ₹10 crores
- Location: State Consumer Protection Authority, Maharashtra (if applicable)
7.2.3 National Consumer Protection Authority (if applicable)
- Applicable: For complaints with relief value exceeding ₹10 crores
7.3 Binding Arbitration
As outlined in our Terms of Service (Section 19), disputes may be referred to binding arbitration in Mumbai, India, in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the following exceptions:
Exceptions to Arbitration (matters may go directly to courts):
- Intellectual property disputes (copyright, trademark, patent claims)
- Theft or piracy allegations
- Injunctive relief requests
- Matters falling under mandatory consumer protection jurisdiction
7.4 Data Handling Complaints (DPDP Act, 2023)
For complaints specifically related to data handling, privacy violations, or data security breaches (separate from product quality refund disputes), you may escalate to the Data Protection Board of India under the DPDP Act, 2023 and DPDP Rules, 2025:
- Complaint Type: Data breach, unauthorized data access, privacy violation, consent withdrawal
- Filing: Submit a complaint to the Data Protection Board website
- Reference: Cite the DPDP Act, 2023, Section 18 (Data Protection Board authority)
Important: If your complaint involves BOTH product quality AND data handling issues, file a single consolidated complaint with the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, which has jurisdiction over both matters.
7.5 RBI Complaints (Payment-Related Issues)
If the refund dispute is related to payment processing failures, unauthorized transactions, or payment gateway errors:
- Escalate to: Reserve Bank of India Complaints Portal (https://www.rbi.org.in)
- Applicable: Payment gateway (Razorpay, etc.) disputes fall under RBI's regulatory oversight
- Filing: Submit complaint with transaction details and order number
8. PROHIBITED CONDUCT & CONSEQUENCES
8.1 Prohibited Uses & Misuse Policy
No refund will be issued for products used or intended to be used in violation of our Terms of Service or applicable laws, including but not limited to:
- Deep fakes or impersonation: Creating videos, images, or content that impersonates real people or creates false representations without consent
- Harassment or threats: Using products to harass, threaten, stalk, or intimidate any individual
- Fraud or deception: Using products for fraudulent schemes, phishing, or misleading representation
- Illegal activities: Using products in violation of criminal law, including identity theft, financial fraud, or cybercrime
- Intellectual property infringement: Using products to violate copyright, trademark, or patent rights
- Non-consensual intimate content: Creating or distributing intimate or sexual content of identifiable individuals without consent
- Terrorism or violence: Using products to promote, incite, or facilitate terrorism, violence, or illegal activities
- Unlicensed commercial use: Using products commercially without appropriate commercial license purchased
- Resale or redistribution: Reselling Consistent Faces reference packs or derived works without express written permission (commercial license permits use, not resale)
- Model training misuse: Using products to train, fine-tune, or develop competing AI models without authorization
Client Responsibility (Critical):
Once a product is delivered and you have completed refinements (if any), MMX has no further responsibility for how you use the product. You assume full responsibility for:
- Ensuring your use complies with all laws
- Obtaining necessary rights and permissions
- Ensuring your use does not violate any third party's rights
- Managing the product in compliance with applicable regulations
8.2 Consequences of Misuse
If we discover that purchased products have been misused:
- Immediate refund forfeiture: No refund will be issued, regardless of other eligibility criteria
- Account suspension or termination: Your account will be suspended or permanently terminated
- All future orders cancelled: Any pending orders will be cancelled without refund
- Legal escalation: We may pursue legal action under applicable laws, including:
- Indian Penal Code: Sections 420 (cheating), 406 (criminal breach of trust), 499 (defamation), 504-506 (threatening communications)
- Information Technology Act, 2000: Section 67 (obscene content), Section 66 (cyber crime)
- Copyright Act, 1957: Sections 51-64 (copyright infringement)
This policy applies regardless of when the misuse is discovered—misuse discovered 90 days after purchase will still result in refund forfeiture and account termination.
8.3 Chargeback Abuse Prevention
Dual Refund + Chargeback Prohibition:
If you receive BOTH a refund from MMX AND a chargeback credit from your bank for the same transaction, this constitutes double recovery, which is considered fraud.
YOU MUST NOTIFY US IMMEDIATELY IF YOU INITIATE A CHARGEBACK with your bank or card issuer regarding any transaction with Maison Model X.
FAILURE TO NOTIFY US of a pending chargeback while simultaneously requesting a refund from us may be considered fraudulent conduct.
Consequences of Dual Refund + Chargeback Claims:
If we discover that you have received:
- A refund from MMX AND
- A chargeback credit from your bank
For the same transaction, we reserve the right to:
- Reverse the refund issued to you
- Initiate a chargeback dispute with the payment gateway
- Report fraud to relevant authorities and your bank
- Suspend your account permanently
- Pursue legal action under Indian Penal Code sections 420 (cheating) and 406 (criminal breach of trust)
This policy is strictly enforced. Double recovery is considered fraud.
8.4 Fraud Investigations & Chargebacks
8.4.1 Unauthorized Transaction Claims
If you believe a transaction on your account was fraudulent or unauthorized:
- Notify us immediately at maisonmodelx@gmail.com with "FRAUD CLAIM – [Order Number]"
- Provide evidence (proof you did not authorize the transaction, account compromise evidence, etc.)
- File a complaint with your bank or card issuer
- Do NOT initiate a chargeback without notifying us first
We will cooperate fully with fraud investigations and issue a refund upon verification of the fraudulent nature of the transaction.
8.4.2 Refund Processing Failures
If a refund is delayed or fails to process due to technical errors by the payment gateway (Razorpay, etc.):
- Notify us within 10 days of the expected refund date
- Provide screenshots of your account showing the refund was not credited
- We will:
- Investigate with the payment gateway
- Re-initiate the refund if necessary
- Provide status updates every 5-7 days
- Issue compensation (₹500-₹1,000) for significant delays (over 30 days)
9. MODIFICATIONS TO THIS POLICY
We reserve the right to modify this Refund and Cancellation Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our Website. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this Policy will be revised to reflect the date of the most recent changes.
Your Notice of Changes:
We will make reasonable efforts to notify registered customers of material changes via email, but continued use of our Services constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.
Your Choice:
Your continued use of our Services after changes to this Policy constitutes your acceptance of the modified Policy. If you do not agree with the modified Policy, you must discontinue using our Services before the changes take effect.
10. CONTACT & ACKNOWLEDGMENT
10.2 Policy Limitations & Liability Disclaimer
To the fullest extent permitted by law:
Scope Clarification:
This limitation applies specifically to:
- Refund processing delays
- Refund rejection disputes
- Disputes arising from this Refund and Cancellation Policy
This limitation does NOT apply to claims for:
- Product non-delivery (covered in Section 2.2.1)
- Deficiency in service (covered in Section 2.2.6)
- Data breaches or privacy violations (covered under DPDP Act, 2023)
- Fraud by MMX (not limited)
These matters are governed by liability provisions in Section 17 of the Terms of Service.
10.3 Entire Agreement
This Refund and Cancellation Policy, together with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Maison Model X regarding refunds and cancellations. In the event of any conflict between this Policy and the Terms of Service, the more specific provision shall govern.
10.4 Governing Law & Jurisdiction
This Refund and Cancellation Policy is governed by the laws of India. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Mumbai, India, as outlined in our Terms of Service (Section 19).
10.5 Severability
If any provision of this Policy is determined to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
10.6 Customer Acknowledgment
By placing an order through Maison Model X, you acknowledge that:
- You have read and understood this Refund and Cancellation Policy
- You accept all terms, conditions, and limitations outlined herein
- You understand the nature of AI-generated digital products (non-returnable, inherent variations)
- You take responsibility for providing clear, objective specifications
- You will use products in compliance with all laws and our Terms of Service
- You agree to comply with the refinement and refund process outlined in this Policy
11. POLICY PHILOSOPHY & COMMITMENT
This Refund and Cancellation Policy is designed to be fair to both customers and our small business.
Our Commitment:
- We stand behind our products and process every refund request with careful consideration
- Over 95% of customers receive products they love on the first delivery
- For those rare cases where adjustments are needed, we provide free refinements within 7 days
- We believe transparency builds trust
- Every provision in this policy reflects our commitment to your success and ours