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How to Open a Dispute

When and how to open a dispute on TCG Mark, including direct disputes and escalated requests.

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Use a dispute when a normal refund or return request has not solved the problem, or when your issue fits the direct dispute flow in the app.

On TCG Mark, disputes are tied to a specific order item. They give you a dedicated place to explain the issue, send messages, upload evidence, review seller offers, and track the outcome.

When to open a dispute

You may need a dispute when:

  • A refund request was denied and you want to challenge the result

  • A return request was denied and you still need help

  • The seller did not respond to your request in time

  • You need to open a direct dispute for an order item

Direct disputes currently support these categories:

  • Item not received

  • Item not as described

  • Unauthorized charge

  • Other

Open a dispute from an existing request

  1. Go to Orders.

  2. Open the affected order.

  3. Open the existing refund or return request.

  4. If the request was denied or expired, choose Escalate to Dispute.

The original request is marked as escalated and the new dispute starts in Open status.

Open a direct dispute

If your issue fits the direct dispute flow, be ready to provide:

  • The order item you are disputing

  • A dispute category

  • A detailed description of the problem

  • Evidence files (up to 10)

What you can do inside a dispute

Once the dispute exists, you can:

  • Review the current dispute status

  • Send messages to the seller

  • Upload evidence

  • Review any proposed resolution

  • Accept or reject a seller's resolution offer

Sellers can offer: Full refund, Partial refund, Replacement, or Other.

What happens after you open it

  1. The dispute opens.

  2. Messages and evidence can be added.

  3. The seller may offer a resolution.

  4. You can accept or reject that offer.

  5. The dispute moves to a resolved or closed state when the process finishes.

Tips for a stronger dispute

  • Be specific about what happened.

  • Reference the exact card, condition, or delivery issue.

  • Upload clear evidence when you have it.

  • Keep follow-up communication inside the dispute thread.

  • Respond promptly when your response is needed.

Can I withdraw a dispute?

Yes. Buyers can close a dispute to withdraw it. The dispute moves to Closed.

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