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Welcome to our artisan keycaps support page. If you have any questions regarding your group-buy order, feel free to email us at support@jellykey.com. Our team will get back to you within 24 working hours with information on your order status and tracking details.
Our group-buy process involves four main phases: Molding, Casting, QC & Packaging, and Shipping. Once these phases are complete, your order will be marked as finished. We believe that transparency is important, so we provide regular updates on the progress of each group-buy. This way, you can easily keep track of which phase we are currently working on for your order.
You ask, Jelly Key answers
How often do your products go on sale?
We open our group buy sales on a monthly basis. Please note that Jelly Key does not resell any group buy after it has officially closed.
Who are we?
We are a boutique keycap maker creating artisan keycap products. Our team is made up of craftsmen, artists, and tech lovers who value the human touch in every piece. We shape imagination and inspiration into handcrafted keycaps for your mechanical keyboard. Learn more about us.
Where is Jelly Key located?
The Jelly Key team is proudly based in Vietnam, a place where inspiration is around every corner.
What is your RMA (return) policy?
Every keycap is cast and painted to order in a limited run, so we cannot cancel or refund an order once production has started or a group buy has been joined. Changing your mind is not something we can take back. A faulty item is different: if your keycap arrives damaged or defective, email support@jellykey.com within 7 days of your purchase date, with photos. We will replace it one to one and cover the shipping on the replacement; if we cannot replace it, we will refund you.
Do you have Asian language sites (Chinese / Korean / Japanese)?
Not yet, but it is something we are looking into. For now, please feel free to contact us in English at support@jellykey.com.
Do you have a store, or accept local customers?
We do not have a physical store yet. We work from a small studio with our artisan team. If you are local and would like to arrange something, please reach out at support@jellykey.com.
How do I check my order status?
We send you email notifications about the status of your shipment. Please check your inbox or spam folder using your order ID. If you cannot find it, contact us at support@jellykey.com.
How can I identify a genuine Jelly Key product?
Every genuine Jelly Key keycap is marked with the words Jelly Key on the underside, and each one comes with a dog tag carrying a unique serial number. If you buy from another seller, please check that the serial number matches the dog tag included in the packaging.
How long does it take to produce my order?
Group buy orders are handcrafted to order and usually take 50 to 90 days to produce, depending on the design and run size. In-stock items are prepared and dispatched within about 7 days. Everything is made by hand in Vietnam. Read more about our craftsmanship.
Why is international shipping expensive?
Every order ships from Vietnam, and international rates depend on the weight and destination of your order. Your exact shipping cost is calculated and shown at checkout before you pay. We always aim to keep it as fair as possible.
Who pays return shipping costs?
If an item is confirmed defective, we will usually cover the return cost and send you a replacement. For returns that are not due to a defect, return shipping is the customer’s responsibility. Please contact support@jellykey.com first so we can help.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. We ship worldwide from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Shipping cost is calculated at checkout based on weight and destination. See our Shipping Policy for delivery times.
My country is not listed at checkout
There are usually two reasons for this: either shipping to your country is difficult for us, or we already have a reseller there. Please contact us at support@jellykey.com and we will help you find the best option.
How long does my order take to arrive?
Group buy keycaps usually take 50 to 90 days to produce. After dispatch, delivery takes about 3 to 6 days within Asia and 7 to 15 days to the United States and Europe. See our Shipping Policy for full details.
My shipment shows delivered, but I never received it
First, please check with anyone who may have received it on your behalf, such as a neighbour or building reception. If you still cannot locate it, contact our support team at support@jellykey.com and we will help you look into the issue with the carrier.
Why did my order take longer than quoted?
We do our best to keep to the estimated timeline. Occasionally there are delays from the shipping carrier, unclaimed or returned packages, or other shipping issues that are beyond our control. If this happens, we are always happy to look into it with you at support@jellykey.com.
What happens if my order is returned to sender?
Packages are sometimes returned to us because they were unclaimed or had an incorrect address. We can reship the order to you, though additional shipping costs may apply. Please contact support@jellykey.com and we will sort it out together.
What is the Jelly Key guarantee?
Every keycap is cast, sanded and painted by hand, so no two are exactly alike. Small differences between pieces are part of the craft rather than a fault. What we do promise is that your keycap reaches you as described and undamaged. If it does not, email support@jellykey.com within 7 days of your purchase date, with photos. We will replace it one to one and cover the shipping on the replacement; if we cannot replace it, we will refund you.
What is your return policy?
The same as our RMA policy above. We cannot refund a change of mind once production has started, but a faulty item is put right: email support@jellykey.com within 7 days of your purchase date, with photos. We will replace it one to one and cover the shipping on the replacement; if we cannot replace it, we will refund you. See our Shipping Policy for delivery times.
What is covered under warranty?
Artisan keycaps are made from resin, UV acrylic, and epoxy, so they are decorative pieces that should be handled with care. We cannot cover damage from drops, misuse, or normal wear, but if you receive a defective item, please contact us at support@jellykey.com.
Can I return an item for exchange?
Not for a change of mind, because each keycap is cast and painted to order. If your item is faulty, email support@jellykey.com within 7 days of your purchase date, with photos. We will replace it one to one and cover the shipping on the replacement; if we cannot replace it, we will refund you.
How can I contact Jelly Key for support?
If you have any questions, or just want to chat about keycaps, we are a message away at support@jellykey.com. You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, TikTok and Reddit, or come and say hello on our Discord. See our Contact page.
Are your products handpainted, and what are they made from?
Yes. Our products are 100% handcrafted and handpainted. Each keycap is cast from resin in many layers and coloured by hand by our Jelly Key artisans.
Shipping, privacy & terms
Returns and exchanges
We cannot refund or exchange an order because you changed your mind once production has started or a group buy has been joined. If an item arrives damaged or defective, email support@jellykey.com within 7 days of your purchase date, with photos. We will replace it one to one and cover the shipping on the replacement; if we cannot replace it, we will refund you.
Terms and conditions
We may update these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice. By using jellykey.com you agree to the terms as they stand at the time of use, so we encourage you to review them when you visit. For full details, please see our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.
Shipping and delivery policy
We ship worldwide from Vietnam. Shipping cost is calculated at checkout based on weight and destination. After dispatch, delivery usually takes 3 to 6 days within Asia and 7 to 15 days to the United States and Europe. Please note that we cannot deliver to PO boxes or restricted areas. For full details, see our Shipping Policy.
One-to-one replacement policy
We have offered a replacement policy since day one. If you think there is a problem with your keycap, you can email us within 7 days of your purchase date. We will examine the issue together with you and offer a fair solution. Contact support@jellykey.com.
Newbies to mechanical keyboard?
What is an artisan keycap?
An artisan keycap is a single key made by hand instead of moulded in a factory. It is cast in resin, layer by layer, then sanded and painted by an artisan, so each one comes out slightly different. It replaces one key on your mechanical keyboard, usually Escape or Enter, and turns it into a small sculpture. Read more about what an artisan keycap is, or browse the artisan keycaps we are making now.
What is a keycap profile?
Keycap profile refers to the standardised shape and height of a keycap family, such as Cherry, OEM, DSA, or SA. Profiles vary in height (low, medium, or high) and can be sculptured or flat. The name simply describes the keycap’s form, not the material it is made from. Ours are cast for the standard Cherry MX stem, so they drop onto most boards; see the current artisan keycaps.
What is a group buy?
A group buy, also known as collective buying, is when a product is offered at a set price on the condition that a minimum number of buyers commit to purchase. It is the most common way artisan keycaps are sold, since they are produced to order in limited runs. You can see which of ours are open, and which have closed, on our artisan keycaps page.
What is a keycap?
A keycap is the small cover placed over the switch of a keyboard key. It usually shows the character or function of that key, and it can be swapped to change the look, feel, or even the function of your keyboard. Swapping one for a handmade piece is the whole idea behind what an artisan keycap is.
What is a mechanical keyboard?
A mechanical keyboard uses an individual spring-activated switch under each keycap, instead of a single rubber dome membrane. This gives a more precise, durable, and satisfying typing feel, which is why mechanical keyboards are so popular with enthusiasts. Because the switch stem is a standard shape, you can lift off any keycap and put an artisan one in its place: here is how we make them.
What are keyboard switches?
A switch is the mechanism under each keycap that registers a keypress. Switches are what make one mechanical keyboard feel and sound different from another, from clicky and tactile to smooth and linear. The switch you choose shapes your whole typing experience. The keycap sits on top of it, so any board with Cherry MX stems will take our artisan keycaps.
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Where can I share photos of my Jelly Key keycaps?
We love seeing your keycaps in action. You can share and browse owner photos and stories on our My Jelly page.
Does every Jelly Key keycap have a serial number?
Yes. Every keycap we make carries a unique serial number, and each order includes a matching dog tag. If you buy a Jelly Key keycap from another seller, please check that the serial number matches the dog tag. We have included serial numbers since around April 2017.
About the Jelly Key stem design
Our current stem is more flexible and more durable than the original. It has been used from the Mediterranean Beach Resort keycap onward, and all artisan keycaps made from around September 2017 use this design. Please note that it is not a hybrid stem, it is a Cherry MX stem.
Will sold-out keycaps get a second chance?
We read your feedback across our website, Reddit, and our fan page, and we know how much you want another shot at the keycaps you missed. While most group buys are not reopened once closed, we do occasionally bring back favourites through special sales or raffles, so keep an eye on our channels.
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