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Shipping & Delivery

What are your shipping methods and estimated delivery times?

All products are shipped from our warehouse in Groveport, OH via the method you select at checkout. Shipping options are listed during checkout along with estimated delivery times.

USPS does not guarantee delivery times for First-Class Mail or Priority Mail. If you need a guaranteed delivery date, please select UPS 2nd Day Air or UPS Next Day Air.

U.S. Shipping Options
Not all shipping methods are available in all locations.

USPS First-Class Mail (estimated delivery is 3-5 business days, excluding the day of shipment): $4.95 or FREE for orders over $40 (after discounts and before tax) being shipped within the United States.

USPS Priority Mail
(estimated 2-3 business days, excluding the day of shipment): $7.95 and non-refundable.

Priority Mail Express (1-2 business days, excluding the day of shipment): Cost is based on location and weight. Rates start at $13.09.

UPS Mail (UPS Ground, UPS 2nd Day Air, UPS Next Day Air): Cost is based on location and weight and is calculated when you check out.

The following are federal holidays where mail pickup does not occur:

New Year’s Day

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Presidents’ Day

Memorial Day

Labor Day

Columbus Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

Orders placed over the weekend or day prior to these holidays will ship the first 1-2 business days following the holiday. Orders placed on any of these holidays will ship up to 3 business days after the holiday.

How do I qualify for free shipping?

All U.S. orders totaling more than $40 after discounts and before tax receive free USPS First-Class Mail shipping. Please select this shipping method at checkout.

Read more about shipping rates

Tracking says my package was delivered but it’s not here. What do I do?

Occasionally, packages are scanned by the mail carrier as delivered but not taken off the truck and left at your home. Generally, the package is delivered the following day. We ask that you wait for the full estimated shipping timeframe listed on our site before reaching out to our team to claim a lost package. If the package is unable to be located and the shipping timeframe has passed, we’ll file a lost package claim on your behalf.

If your package is marked delivered by the carrier but you did not receive it, you can always reach out to your local carrier depot, typically your local post office.

You can contact our Customer Service Team at 1-800-210-3975 or contact us.

How do I know if my order has shipped?

Once your package is scanned and a shipping label is created, you will receive an email from us with your tracking information via the carrier you selected at checkout.

Most of our packages are shipped via the United States Postal Service and will show tracking information as soon as it is updated in their system.

Don’t see any tracking info? Don’t worry – it can take up to 24-48 hours for the tracking information to update in the carrier’s system. 

How long does it take to ship my order?

Once your order is scanned to ship, you will receive an order confirmation with your tracking number. Tracking can take up to 48 hours to update with the mail carrier’s scans.

The following are federal holidays where mail pickup does not occur:

New Year’s Day

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Presidents’ Day

Memorial Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Columbus Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

Orders placed the day prior to these holidays will ship the first business day following the holiday. Orders placed on any of these holidays will ship 2 business days after the holiday (the first business day the order will be processed, the second business day the order will ship).

Why did I receive an email about order verification?

We care about the security of our customers’ financial information. In an effort to limit fraudulent transactions, all orders, regardless of payment method, will be screened through our order verification process. Doing this allows us to continue to provide the low-cost, excellent service our customers expect. As part of this process, additional time may be needed to ship certain international and domestic orders, and additional verification information might be requested from the customer before orders can ship. We appreciate your cooperation.

Do you ship to military addresses (APO/FPO)?

We love shipping to our military friends! Packages are generally delivered to the primary military post office within the estimated delivery time frame of the shipping method selected at checkout. From there, the package is under the supervision of the military mail system, which we cannot control. Because of this, we cannot guarantee delivery time to military addresses.If you have any problems entering your APO/FPO address information, please contact us or call our Customer Service team at 1-800-210-3975.

How do I cancel or change my order?

We are not able to cancel or change an order once it has been placed. Once you receive the package, you can return it back to us for free and you will receive a full refund.

See the Returns and Exchanges Page for more information.

Product Information

How do I determine what reading glasses power I need?

View different methods you can use to find your reading glasses power. Once you know your reading glasses power, you can shop with ease to find the perfect readers for you.

We have found that our printable diopter chart is a helpful tool to aid in finding your power up to the +3.25 strength. If you believe that your reading power is higher than a +3.25*, we recommend contacting your local eye doctor for assistance find the correct power for your needs.


*Higher reading powers not available in all states.

How do I determine the best frames for my face shape?

We have a great blog post to help you find the best frames for your face shape! It will allow you to narrow down your search depending on your face shape. View our Best Reading Glasses for Your Face Shape guide.

How will I know if your reading glasses will fit me?

To determine which reading glasses size will work best for you, visit our Fit Guide.

Do your glasses have a warranty?

Please view our Limited Warranty for details.

What happens if my item arrives broken or defective?

If you believe you received a damaged or defective product, please view our Limited Warranty for details.

What are multifocal reading glasses?

Our multifocal readers* have three distinct viewing areas. Select your standard reading power for the bottom area of the lens. Your intermediary, computer power is in the middle of the lens, and the top of the lens has the weakest power (approximately half of your reading power) allowing you to view across your desk.

*Multifocal reading glasses are not available in all states.

How do your bifocal style reading glasses work?

Our bifocal readers have unmagnified lenses which also contain inserts with the magnification of your choice in the lower portion of the lenses. (The power choices for the bifocal will be the power in the lower bifocal portion of the lens and the rest of the lens will be unmagnified.) Our bifocals do have a visible line between the two segments of the lens. 

Do you sell reading glasses with different powers in each eye?

Unfortunately we no longer offer made-to-order customizable reading glasses with different powers in each eye. If you have a need for customizable readers we recommend you consult your eye doctor or local eyecare professional to secure a custom-made solution that meets your specific reading power needs.

Do your glasses come with a case, pouch, or cleaning cloth?

In an effort to keep our glasses as affordably priced as possible, most of our glasses do not come with cases, pouches, or cleaning cloths. Those that do come with extra accessories list those items in their product descriptions and are also often shown in the product photos.

We do offer soft and hard cases directly on the site for purchase. Simply type in "case" in the search to see everything we have to offer!

If you have any questions about whether a specific item comes with something extra, please contact our Customer Service team or call us at 1-800-210-3975.

Can I buy your frames and put new prescription lenses in them?

Our standard frames are not designed for lens replacement. However, styles that are designated as optical quality frames can have the lenses replaced by a professional but Readers.com® will not be held responsible if damage occurs during the process.

How do I enter my eyeglass prescription?

A prescription is not required to purchase reading glasses on Readers.com®.

Will your reading glasses help my vision?

We offer quality reading glasses designed in the widest ranges of magnification* and lens types available to make sure we can cover your reading glasses needs.

If you’re unsure if you need reading glasses, our Guide to Buying Reading Glasses can help!

This overview to our different lens types can help you determine which lens is right for you!

Ready-to-wear non-prescription glasses are not intended to replace prescribed corrective lenses or examinations by an eye care professional. Continuous eye check-ups are necessary to determine your health status and vision needs. If you have any questions, please consult your eye care professional.

*Higher powers not available in some states.

I received a Prop 65 warning at checkout. What does that mean?

California’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5 et seq., commonly referred to as “Proposition 65,” is a California State Law since 1986 that regulates the presence of certain chemical substances found in products sold in the State of California, or present in the workplace in the State of California.

If you live in California, you will see the following message appear:

WARNING: The products on this website can expose you to chemicals including nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and bisphenol A and phthalates (BPA), which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit the State of California’s website at //oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65.

Ordering

What is your Return Policy?

To view our Return Policy, please visit our Returns & Exchanges page.

I receive emails from Readers.com®, but my email/password isn’t working to log in to my account. Why?

Most customers choose the ease of our Guest Checkout which allows you to complete your order without creating an account. Receiving our promotional emails means you have placed an order with us in the past or have signed up to receive our emails, but it does not necessarily mean you’ve created an account. If you have any account questions, please contact our Customer Service either by phone (1-800-210-3975) or email (readers@custhelp.com)

How do I determine what reading glasses power I need?

View different methods you can use to find your reading glasses power. Once you know your reading glasses power, you can shop with ease to find the perfect readers for you.

We have found that our printable diopter chart is a helpful tool to aid in finding your power up to the +3.25 strength. If you believe that your reading power is higher than a +3.25*, we recommend contacting your local eye doctor for assistance find the correct power for your needs.

*Higher reading powers not available in all states.

How do I determine the best frames for my face shape?

We have a great blog post to help you find the best frames for your face shape! It will allow you to narrow down your search depending on your face shape. View our Best Reading Glasses for Your Face Shape guide.

Why did I receive an email about order verification?

We care about the security of our customers’ financial information. In an effort to limit fraudulent transactions, all orders, regardless of payment method, will be screened through our order verification process. Doing this allows us to continue to provide the low-cost, excellent service our customers expect. As part of this process, additional time may be needed to ship certain international and domestic orders, and additional verification information might be requested from the customer before orders can ship. We appreciate your cooperation.

How do I place an order?

Placing an order with Readers.com® is quick and easy.

1. Add Items to Your Cart
When you locate an item you’d like to purchase, select the power and color you need, then click the “Add to Cart” button. Clicking this button places the item in your shopping cart. Each time you click “Add to Cart,” you will have the option to begin checkout or continue shopping.

2. View Shopping Cart
The shopping cart displays all the items you have selected and allows you to make adjustments. Here, you can increase or reduce the number of items you’d like to buy, change the color or power, add a case, or remove items from your shopping cart. It also provides a subtotal — before any shipping charges and taxes are applied for your purchase. Towards the bottom of this page, you can enter any coupon codes that apply to your order. Be sure to hit “Apply” to see the discount on your order. Once you’re comfortable with the items in your cart, click the “Secure Checkout” button.

3. Login to Your Readers.com® Account or Use Guest Checkout
If you have ordered from us before and previously created an account with an email and password, you can enter that information here to log in to your account. If you checked out as a guest previously and would like to check out as a guest for this purchase, you still can. Or if would like to create an account, you may do so at this point too!

4. Enter Shipping & Billing Information
On this page, we’ll ask you to provide billing and shipping addresses, select your shipping method, and enter the payment information for the order you are placing with us. We can also place orders by phone!

5. Reviewing and Placing Your Order
On this same page, confirm all items are the correct quantity, power, color, and that you’ve applied any coupons codes. When you are ready, click “Place My Order” to complete the ordering process.

Can I place my order over the phone?

We accept orders over the phone. You are welcome to call us at 1-800-210-3975, and we would be happy to place an order using Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express. We are not able to accept PayPal payments over the phone. Please note: Our Customer Service Team is available Monday – Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm ET. Before calling, please note the product names, powers, and colors of the items you wish to order.

How do I cancel or change my order?

We are not able to cancel or change an order once it has been placed. Once you receive the package, you can return it back to us for free and you will receive a full refund.

Where do I enter my coupon code?

If you have a coupon code, you can enter it on the Cart page. Click on the cart icon to bring up the shopping cart page. On the left-hand side, below the final item in your cart, there will be a box that says “Enter a coupon code (optional).” Type your applicable coupon code in this box and click the “Apply” button. This will automatically adjust the overall price of the cart to reflect the discount.* 

*Not all items are eligible for coupon code discounts. See promotion terms for full details.

Do you have any discounts for military personnel or veterans?

Military discount coupon code is available to former and active military members upon request by calling 1-800-210-3975 between the hours of 9am-6pm ET, Monday through Friday. Coupon code valid on in-stock items only and cannot be applied to prior purchases. Coupon code discounts exclude wholesale orders, shipping costs, and tax. Coupon code may not be combined with any other coupon codes, vouchers, discounts, or offers except reduced shipping costs with minimum purchase requirement. Offer can be modified or discontinued at any time by Readers.com®.

I received a Prop 65 warning at checkout. What does that mean?

California’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5 et seq., commonly referred to as “Proposition 65,” is a California State Law since 1986 that regulates the presence of certain chemical substances found in products sold in the State of California, or present in the workplace in the State of California.

If you live in California, you will see the following message appear:

WARNING: The products on this website can expose you to chemicals including nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and bisphenol A and phthalates (BPA), which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit the State of California’s website at //oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65.

The item I want is sold out. Can I backorder it?

We are unable to backorder any sold out items, and we are unable to honor any promotions after their expiration date.

To receive our best discounts, sign up for our emails and receive notifications when we’re running a promotion!

How can I see what I’ve ordered from Readers.com® in the past?

If you created an account with a password, you can log into your account page to see the orders that you have placed while logged in with that account.
Most of our customers take advantage of the Guest Checkout feature of our website. If you have, you will not be able to access your order history via the website. Please feel free to contact our Customer Service team or call us at 1-800-210-3975, and we can share details of your previous orders.
If you’d like to create an account, all orders you place online while signed in from that point will be shown in your account history. We are currently unable to link previously placed orders with new accounts.

Why are some styles excluded from discounts?

We discount as many items as we possibly can, but we do carry items that are excluded from promotions. Please see specific promotion terms for full details.

What forms of payment do you accept?

Accepted payment methods include Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express cards (including HSA and FSA cards), PayPal, and money orders.

HSA and FSA Accounts: Reading glasses are eligible for purchase or reimbursement with FSA and HSA accounts. Please check with your insurance company for additional information on restrictions and qualified expenses.

Can I use my FSA or HSA dollars on reading glasses?

You can absolutely use your Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) dollars on our reading glasses! All styles and accessories are FSA or HSA-eligible purchases, as long as the card you will use is affiliated with a major credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express).

Ordering reading glasses with your FSA or HSA dollars couldn’t be simpler. If you’re placing your order online, simply enter your FSA/HSA card’s information as you would a normal credit card. If you prefer to order by phone, give us a call at 1-800-210-3975, Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm ET with the items you’d like to order and your card information. If your account does not have a card associated with it, contact your provider for reimbursement information.

Remember, FSA Dollars Expire!
Typically, FSA dollars must be used in the same benefit coverage period or calendar year (ending on December 31st) that the money was deposited into the account. However, some plans may offer a grace period to extend this deadline into the first few months of the following year, but you should check with your insurance provider for clarification. FSA dollars do not roll over and any unused FSA dollars will be lost once your coverage period ends.

Can I return an order paid for with FSA or HSA dollars?
Yes. If you’re not 100% satisfied with your purchase, you can return it within 90 days of purchase. We do suggest checking with your insurance provider before requesting a refund to an FSA or HSA card. With some insurance providers, your funds may be forfeited if you request a refund.

We have gathered more information on FSA and HSA accounts and eligible expenses here.

Do you charge sales tax?

Sales tax is charged on applicable orders and is based on your local and state tax rates.

Account Information

How do I create a Readers.com® account?

Creating an account is simple!

Click on the “My Account” icon in the menu on the top right page and follow the instructions under the “Create an Account” column.

What is the benefit of creating a Readers.com® account?

With a Readers.com® account, all orders placed while logged in to your account will be saved in one convenient location.

Creating an account allows you to:

- Store payment information for a quick checkout

- Review summaries of your past orders

- Track your order status efficiently online

- Reorder your favorites with ease

Click here to create an account.

I receive emails from Readers.com®, but my email/password isn’t working to log in to my account. Why?

Most customers choose the ease of our Guest Checkout which allows you to complete your order without creating an account. Receiving our promotional emails means you have placed an order with us in the past or have signed up to receive our emails, but it does not necessarily mean you’ve created an account. If you have any account questions, please contact our team at 1-800-210-3975.

How can I see what I’ve ordered from Readers.com® in the past?

If you created an account with a password, you can log into your account page to see the orders that you have placed while logged in with that account.

Most of our customers take advantage of the Guest Checkout feature of our website. If you have, you will not be able to access your order history via the website. Please feel free to contact our Customer Service team or call us at 1-800-210-3975, and we can share details of your previous orders.

If you’d like to create an account, all orders you place online while signed in from that point will be shown in your account history. We are currently unable to link previously placed orders with new accounts.

Returns & Exchange

Do your glasses have warranty?

Please view our Limited Warranty for details.

What happens if my item arrives broken or defective?

If you believe you received a damaged or defective product, please view our Limited Warranty for details.

How do I return my order for a refund or exchange?

Please view our Return Policy here.

Are your return shipping labels free?

Customers are responsible for the cost of shipping the returned item(s) back to us. If you live in the U.S. and would like a prepaid USPS First Class Mail return label, please select that option in the Manage Your Returns portal or please let us know and we can email one to you. If you elect to use this prepaid return label, $2.95 (plus tax where applicable) will be deducted from your refund amount or e-gift card balance. If you prefer to purchase return shipping on your own or if you live outside the U.S., please send your return item(s) and a copy of your purchase invoice to:

Readers.com

Attn: Returns Dept.

2400 Spiegel Dr, Groveport OH 43125 Suite A

Do you refund shipping fees?

Unfortunately, we are unable to refund any shipping costs. This means that your refund does not include shipping charges previously paid for USPS First-Class Mail, USPS Priority Mail, USPS Priority Mail Express, USPS Priority Mail Express International, UPS Ground, or shipping charges incurred upon returning the merchandise.

Except for wholesale orders, we do not charge a restocking fee when you return an item to us. See our Happiness Guarantee for full details.