Not one and the same: consumer guarantees vs warranties
While consumer guarantees are automatic and cannot be taken away, warranties are additional promises that your business may choose to offer to consumers.
26 February 2026
While consumer guarantees are automatic and cannot be taken away, warranties are additional promises that your business may choose to offer to consumers.
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