Shipping Policy

Effective: June 1, 2025

1) Scope & Relationship to Other Policies

This Policy governs all deliveries fulfilled through the MAXE app/website in Morocco. It should be read with our Cancellation Policy, Refund & Resolution Policy, Privacy Policy, and Terms & Conditions.


2) Service Areas (Zones) & Rollouts

  • Active launch zones: Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech (selected neighborhoods).

  • Coverage is dynamic and depends on real-time courier availability, vendor readiness, weather/traffic, and safety.

  • Your address eligibility and estimated delivery time (ETA) are shown at checkout.

  • MAXE may open additional cities or modules (e.g., Grocery, Pharmacy, Parcel) over time; when we do, the app will reflect serviceable zones and windows.


3) Delivery Hours, Windows & Scheduling

  • Standard food delivery windows (may vary by city/vendor):

    • Lunch: 12:00–16:00

    • Dinner: 18:00–22:00

  • ASAP and Scheduled options:

    • ASAP: we dispatch as soon as your vendor marks the order ready and a courier is available.

    • Scheduled: you can select a future window shown in-app. See the Cancellation Policy for cut-offs/lead times.

  • Holiday/Ramadan/Events: hours and windows may adjust; real-time availability always appears in-app.


4) Delivery Fees

  • For customers inside active zones, delivery is free at checkout.

  • When MAXE adds new modules or special services, any fees (if applicable) will be clearly shown before you confirm. No hidden charges.


5) Order Preparation, Dispatch & Tracking

  • Preparation begins after the vendor accepts your order.

  • Dispatch starts when the order is marked “ready” and a courier is assigned.

  • You’ll see live tracking (driver position/ETA) in the app.

  • To improve reliability and speed, MAXE may use batched or multi-drop routes within a zone where it doesn’t compromise food safety.


6) Delivery Verification & Proof of Delivery (PoD)

For your security and ours, couriers may:

  • Verify recipient details (name/phone) or request a one-time in-app code.

  • Capture PoD evidence (GPS stamp and/or a photo at the handoff point such as door/concierge).

  • For unattended drop (“leave at door”), PoD photo counts as delivery completion and risk transfers at that moment (see T&Cs).

We respect privacy: PoD photos avoid faces where possible and focus on the parcel/door area. See our Privacy Policy for details.


7) Building Access, Safety & Customer Responsibilities

  • Provide complete address details (building, floor, apartment, gate codes, landmarks) and keep your phone reachable during the window.

  • For secured buildings/compounds, please authorize access or be available to receive the courier at the entry/concierge.

  • Couriers must follow road/parking and safety laws; they cannot enter restricted areas or compromise safety to complete a delivery.

  • Retrieve your order promptly upon arrival to maintain food quality (see §10).


8) Delays, ETA Changes & Significant Service Issues

  • Traffic, weather, vendor prep times, access checks, or safety incidents can impact ETA.

  • We update ETA in real time. If a significant delay occurs (generally ≥25 minutes beyond the last communicated ETA or outside the promised window), contact Support via the app; we’ll investigate.

  • Where the delay is attributable to our network (vendor/dispatch) and impacts usability/safety, remedies follow the Refund & Resolution Policy (e.g., delivery-fee credit, partial refund, or cancellation based on freshness and feasibility).


9) Undeliverable Orders & Re-attempts

  • If the courier cannot reach you (invalid address, unreachable phone, access denied), they will attempt calls/messages and wait a reasonable period.

  • If still undeliverable:

    • Perishable foods may be returned or disposed of for safety.

    • Orders may be canceled per the Cancellation Policy.

    • Eligibility for refunds/adjustments follows the Refund & Resolution Policy (evidence-based).


10) Packaging, Temperature & Food Safety

  • Vendors must adhere to hygiene and safe-packaging practices; containers should be sealed and labeled where applicable (e.g., allergens).

  • We aim to preserve safe temperatures during transit; please consume promptly or refrigerate as appropriate.

  • If an item arrives damaged, spilled, or unsafe, open a Support ticket with photos as soon as possible (ideally within 1 hour of delivery) so we can assess and resolve quickly.


11) Special Handling: Unattended Drop & Concierge

  • If you choose unattended drop, ensure the spot is safe, weather-appropriate, and accessible. PoD photo concludes delivery and transfers risk to you.

  • For concierge deliveries, the concierge’s acceptance/PoD is considered the handoff. Provide any building policies at checkout in the delivery notes.


12) Payment at the Door (COD) & Tips

  • Where COD is enabled, the courier collects the exact payable amount and may request an OTP or in-app confirmation to finalize.

  • Tips are optional and go 100% to the courier where supported by the app or when handed in cash. Tipping does not affect support outcomes.


13) Module-Specific Notes (as MAXE expands)

HomeFood (Mothers / Home-Cooked)

  • Highly perishable; cancellations after dispatch are usually ineligible for refund (see Cancellation Policy).

  • We prioritize short routes and direct handoff. If food quality is impacted by delay, see Refund & Resolution.

Grocery / Marketplace

  • Substitutions only when you opt-in; differences are adjusted. Temperature-controlled items follow safe-handling rules.

  • Bulk or heavy items may require curbside handoff where building policies restrict elevator/porterage.

Pharmacy

  • Certain items may require age/ID verification at delivery. Prescription items follow legal dispensing rules; returns are restricted once sealed items are opened or dispensed (see Refund Policy).

Parcel

  • Sender is responsible for proper packaging and lawful contents. Delivery attempts and re-attempt eligibility depend on zone/time and safety.


14) Customer Support (Live Help)

  • Use in-app chat for live assistance, ETA questions, access issues, or to flag a potential delay/quality concern.

  • Keep push/SMS enabled so you don’t miss courier calls or Support updates during the window.


15) Force Majeure & Safety Holds

  • In case of extreme weather, major outages, public safety incidents, or other force majeure, we may pause or reschedule deliveries and will notify you in-app. Remedies, if any, follow our other policies.


16) Updates to This Policy

We may update this Policy to reflect operational or legal changes. Material updates will be notified in-app/email with the effective date at the top.