Support Policy
Last updated: July 14, 2025
1. Support Scope
AlpacaShoPro provides support for:
Platform Technical Issues: Registration system, payment processing, account access
Communication Facilitation: Assisting with organizer-participant communication
Account Management: Profile updates, password resets, account settings
Platform Navigation: How-to guidance for using AlpacaShoPro features
Note: Event-specific questions, refunds, and event content are handled by individual event organizers.
2. Support Channels
We provide support through the following channels:
Email Support: info@alpacashopro.com
Contact Form: Available on our website
Help Documentation: Self-service resources and guides
FAQ Section: Common questions and answers
3. Service Level Agreements (SLA)
Our response times vary based on the type and priority of your inquiry:
Issue Type | Priority | Response Time | Resolution Target |
---|---|---|---|
Platform Outages | Critical | 1-2 hours | 4-8 hours |
Payment Processing Issues | High | 4-8 hours | 1-2 business days |
Account Access Issues | Medium | 12-24 hours | 2-3 business days |
Registration Problems | Medium | 12-24 hours | 2-3 business days |
Communication Facilitation | Normal | 24-48 hours | 3-5 business days |
General Questions | Normal | 24-48 hours | 3-5 business days |
Feature Requests | Low | 48-72 hours | Assessment only |
4. Business Hours
Our support team operates during the following hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST
Weekends: Limited support (critical issues only)
Holidays: Reduced support hours
Inquiries received outside business hours will be addressed on the next business day. Critical platform outages may receive attention outside normal hours.
5. Issue Priority Classification
Critical Priority
Platform completely inaccessible to all users
Complete payment processing system failure
Major data loss or corruption
Security breaches or vulnerabilities
High Priority
Individual payment processing failures
Registration system errors preventing sign-ups
Account access issues affecting multiple users
Email notification system failures
Normal Priority
Individual account access problems
General questions about platform usage
Communication facilitation requests
Minor bugs or display issues
Low Priority
Feature requests and suggestions
Enhancement ideas
Cosmetic improvements
General feedback
6. Effective Support Requests
To help us provide the best support, please include:
Clear subject line describing the issue type
Detailed description of the problem or question
Steps to reproduce the issue (if applicable)
Account information (email address, registration numbers)
Browser and device information for technical issues
Screenshots or error messages when relevant
7. What We Don't Support
The following items are outside our support scope:
Event Content: Questions about specific event details, schedules, or materials
Refund Decisions: Refund eligibility and processing (handled by organizers)
Event Cancellations: Event scheduling and cancellation decisions
Organizer Disputes: Content or policy disputes with event organizers
Third-party Integrations: Issues with external tools or services
For these issues, we can help facilitate communication with the appropriate party.
8. Escalation Process
If you're not satisfied with the initial response:
Reply to the original support ticket with additional details
Request escalation to a senior support representative
We will review and respond within 1-2 business days
Final escalation to management if needed
9. Service Limitations
Please note the following limitations:
Platform Facilitator Role: We facilitate connections but don't control event content or policies
Business Hours: Response times may be longer during weekends and holidays
Third-party Dependencies: Some issues may require coordination with external services
Legal Matters: We cannot provide legal advice or represent users in disputes
10. Contact Information
For all support inquiries:
Email: info@alpacashopro.com
Response Time: See SLA table above based on issue type
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST
11. Feedback and Improvement
We value your feedback on our support quality:
You'll receive a follow-up email after your issue is resolved
Rate your support experience and provide comments
Suggest improvements to our support process
Help us improve our documentation and resources
This policy is part of our overall Terms of Service and should be read in conjunction with our Refund Policy.