# Accepting a return

To accept a return:

1. Click **Orders** in the left navigation. The Orders page appears.
2. [Filter your orders](https://docs.digitalriver.com/digital-river-api/administration/dashboard/order-management/orders/filtering-your-orders) if needed.
3. Click the order ID link under the **ID** column. The Order details page appears.
4. Scroll down to **Returns**.
5. Click the Return ID link under the **Return ID** column of the return you want to accept. The Return details page appears.
6. Review the return details and click **Accept return.**

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7. A confirmation dialog box opens for you to review and accept the return. Click **Submit**. Note that accepting a return will immediately issue a refund.

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8. A green **Return accepted** dialog box will appear in the bottom left corner.
