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How to Claim Darn Tough Socks

Darn Tough's guarantee is one of the few that is genuinely unconditional, and it is the one most people do not realize pays out in a credit code, not a pair of socks in the mail.

Terms checked October 18, 2026. Warranty terms change, so confirm on the brand's page before shipping anything.

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Receipt?
None needed. No registration either.
Turnaround
About 7–10 business days after Darn Tough receives your old socks.
Your cost
You mail the old socks yourself (use the cheapest method). Their page does not say they refund the postage.
You get
A credit code for the full replacement value, used with the same email address.
Start a Darn Tough claim Opens the brand's own site.

Step-by-step: how to file

  1. Open the claim formStart a new claim on Darn Tough's warranty site (button above).
  2. List every pairYou can include multiple pairs in one claim. Enter the style and the problem for each pair.
  3. Mail in the worn socksShip them with the cheapest method. The replacement is only issued after the old socks arrive.
  4. Wait for your credit codeExpect about 7–10 business days after receipt. Use the code at checkout with the same email you filed under.
  5. Thru-hiking?Darn Tough has authorized warranty centers along some long trails so you can swap in person. Check their site for current locations.
  6. Outside the US?International customers go through the local distributors instead of the US form.

Good to know

  • The remedy is a credit, not cash. Buy what you actually need with it.
  • Darning your own socks is fine and does not void anything.

What voids the claim

  • Seconds or irregular socks
  • Socks that have been dyed or resized

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Need a new one anyway?

If you need a backup or a different model, these are popular choices. Buy from the brand's official store or an authorized seller so the warranty stays valid.

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Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew Midweight with Cushion

The classic trail and everyday sock.

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Darn Tough Hiker Boot Full Cushion

Extra padding for long days in boots.

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Darn Tough Run No Show Tab Ultra-Lightweight

A low-profile sock for running and warm days.

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