Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Publisher.co.za
Welcome to our FAQs page! Here, we answer the most common FAQs related to payments, order fulfilment, delivery, and eBook downloads. If your question isn’t covered in this FAQs section, feel free to contact us for assistance.
FAQs: Payment methods
We accept multiple payment options for a secure and seamless checkout experience.
Accepted Payment Methods
For all payments (except EFT and Direct Deposit), you will be redirected to PayFast, a secure payment gateway. No payment data is stored on our website.
- Credit & Cheque Cards (VISA, Mastercard, AMEX)
- Instant EFT
- Mobicred
- Apple Pay
- EFT and Direct Deposit (South African bank account holders only):
For EFT and Direct Deposits, you must email proof of payment to process your order. If no proof is sent, payment clearance may take up to 5 working days.
Still have payment-related questions? This FAQ page has more answers!
FAQs: PayFast – New Look, Same Secure Payments
If PayFast looks different, don’t worry – it’s had a branding refresh! Their payment process remains secure, fast, and reliable.
- New website: payfast.io (also accessible at payfast.co.za)
- No changes to security or service quality – PayFast remains one of South Africa’s top online payment gateways.
FAQ: Need help with PayFast? Contact support@payfast.io or call 021 300 4455.
FAQs: Order Fulfilment (Physical Products)
We process and ship orders within the turnaround time specified on the product pages. Below is a general guideline:
- Stock held on our premises: 1–2 working days
- Print-on-demand products: 5–7 working days (includes processing, printing, and packaging)
- Stock held by vendors: 7–10 working days (includes receiving stock before shipping)
Payment Tip:
- Credit/Debit Card & Instant EFT – Orders are processed immediately.
- EFT & Direct Deposit – Orders are processed only after proof of payment is received.
FAQ: Have an order issue? Contact us for assistance!
FAQs: Delivery Weight Thresholds
Orders exceeding our shipping weight limits will fail at checkout. If this happens, please email us for a custom delivery quote. Allow 1–2 working days for us to calculate shipping costs.
Weight Limits by Destination
- Within South Africa: Max 10kg
- To the UK: Max 2kg
FAQ: Need a shipping quote? Contact us for assistance!
FAQs: Delivery Methods & Costs (Physical Products)
You can view delivery costs by clicking View Basket or checking below. If multiple options are available at Checkout, select your preferred delivery method, and the total will update.
All goods will be delivered together under the one delivery cost, unless the weight threshold has been exceeded (see Delivery Weight Thresholds above).
Deliveries Within South Africa
- Major Cities (max 5kg): R75–R85
- Outlying Areas (max 5kg): R110
- Outlying Areas – Economy (max 5kg): R75 (adds 5–7 business days)
- Collect from Table View, Cape Town – Free: We’ll notify you when your parcel is ready for collection.
International Delivery – UK
- With Tracking: 20–40 working days (registered parcel, insurance included).
Without Tracking: Currently unavailable due to shipping delays.
International Shipping Suspended Until Further Notice
We are unable to ship to Europe, USA, Canada, Australia, UAE, or Southern Africa (Namibia, Botswana, Swaziland).
FAQ: Need help with deliveries? Contact us!
FAQs: Order Fulfilment (eBooks)
How to Receive Your eBook
- Instant Payments (Credit/Debit Card & Instant EFT): Download link available immediately.
- Standard EFT & Direct Deposit: A download link will be emailed after proof of payment is received.
eBooks Without DRM – Read Freely
Our eBooks are not locked to any specific device or app. You are free to transfer them across multiple devices that you own.
Authors kindly ask readers to:
- Respect their work and financial investment by not sharing files.
- Encourage others to purchase legally from Publisher.co.za.
FAQ: Having trouble downloading? Contact us for assistance!
FAQs: Viewing Your eBook (ePub & PDF)
How to Open Your eBook
ePub Format:
- Compatible with most eReaders and apps.
- Recommended App: Adobe Digital Editions (free).
PDF Format:
- Opens in any browser or PDF viewer.
- For bookmarks, note-taking, or better organisation, use Adobe Digital Editions.
Download Adobe Digital Editions
- Mac: Download Digital Edition for Mac (22 MB)
- Windows: Download Digital Edition for Windows (8.24 MB)
- Mobile Users: Get Adobe Digital Editions from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
FAQ: Need help opening your eBook? Contact us!
Operating hours
- Mondays to Thursdays: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
- Fridays: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Note: Our store closes over the festive season from 20 December up to and including the first week in January. No orders are dispatched or queries attended to during this time.
Still Have Questions?
If this FAQ page didn’t answer your query, feel free to contact us for further assistance.
- International: +27 (0)21 830 5239
- South Africa: 021 830 5239

