Frequently asked questions

Please find below an overview of the most frequently asked questions to Nespresso's Customer Relationship Centers. We hope that we can assist you with an answer to your query directly.

Top 5 FAQ

  • The coffee tastes burnt, what is happening?
  • I have an issue with my machine, what I can do?
  • Can I cancel my subscription?
  • My machine doesn't puncture the capsules.What can I do?
  • Is it possible to change the installment amount of my Easy Caffè plan?

 

COMPOSTABLE CAPSULES

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  • What are the new compostable capsules from Nespresso?
  • Is the coffee the same as the aluminum capsules?
  • What are the five coffees in the new collection?
  • Which coffee do you recommend based on my taste?
  • Where can the new capsules be purchased in Italy?
  • What is the recommended ritual for experiencing the best coffee from the new compostable capsules?
  • How should these paper-based compostable capsules be disposed of?
  • Can I put the capsules in the paper recycling?
  • Are the new packaging recyclable?

Machine Support

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General support

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  • Informations on the Nespresso warranty
  • I've trashed the bill. Where can I get a copy?
  • I have an issue with my machine, what I can do?
  • Where can I find the machine serial code?
  • My machine is out of guarantee. Which package price will be charged for the repair?
  • How often should I descale the machine?
  • How do I descale my machine?
  • Is there only one descaler kit for cleaning Original and Vertuo line machines?
  • Why doesn't the machine turn on?
  • My machine leaks water from below, leaving the counter wet.What do you recommend?
  • I can no longer connect my machine to the app, it is no longer recognized, what can I do?

Vertuo machines

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  • Can I leave the machine head open after dispensing?
  • Can I stop the coffee dispensing before the pre-set length?
  • Can I adjust the extraction parameters of my Vertuo Pop to customize the cup result according to my preferences
  • Can I adjust the extraction parameters of my Vertuo Next to customize the cup result according to my preferences
  • Can I change the extraction parameters of Nespresso Vertuo Plus to adapt the final result to my preferences?
  • My machine is stuck with flashing lights. What can I do?
  • My Vertuo (Plus-Next-Pop) machine does not recognize capsules and dispenses different lengths into the cup. What can I do?
  • How I can descale my Vertuo Pop Machine?
  • How I can descale my Vertuo Next Machine?
  • How can I descale my Vertuo Plus Machine?
  • My Vertuo (Plus-Next-Pop) machine got stuck after descaling. What can I do?
  • Why is my machine dispensing inside?
  • The coffee tastes burnt, what is happening?
  • How do I connect my Vertuo (Plus-Next-Pop) machine?

Original Line Machine

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  • The machine doesn’t respect my settings.For example,“The machine doesn’t dispense the amount I set.What should I do?”
  • My machine doesn't puncture the capsules.What can I do?
  • The buttons on my machine are flashing at the same time.I can't get it to work again. What’s wrong?
  • The capsule broke inside my machine.What do I do?
  • Why does my machine dispense inside?
  • The machine switches on normally but does not dispense water or coffee.How is that possible?
  • Why does my machine make only a small amount of coffee?
  • The coffee tastes burnt.What's going on?
  • My machine dispenses with coffee residues.What can I do?
  • How can I connect my machine?
  • Why doesn't the machine dispense hot coffee?

Accounting

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  • I need to return an order, how can I proceed and get a refund?
  • How can I monitor the status of my refund request?
  • I didn’t get an invoice for my order.
  • Does the invoice I find in my personal account in the "My Orders" section have tax value?
  • Where can I retrieve within Nespresso.com the copy of my invoices?
  • Can I download the courtesy copy of my invoices through the Nespresso app?
  • I placed a phone order by contacting customer service but did not receive a copy of the invoice via email. How come?
  • I placed an order through Nespresso.com or Nespresso app but did not receive a copy of the invoice via email. How come?

Orders & order follow up

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  • Dove posso controllare lo stato del mio ordine?
  • I received some damaged capsules. Can you replace them?
  • I have always purchased in boutiques, how can I place an order online?
  • Can I request delivery to an address other than the registered one?
  • I have just placed an order and need to change the delivery address.
  • I received a wrong order. How can it be remedied?
  • Where can I see the current status of my order / where can I find my tracking number?
  • Can I modify or cancel an online order that has just been sent?
  • When will my order be delivered?
  • Can I arrange for an order to be sent overseas?
  • Is there a delivery fee?
  • What’s a recurring order?
  • How can I modify or cancel my order?
  • What payment methods are available?

OUR SERVICES

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  • What’s pick-up point delivery? How does it work?
  • What is a boutique pick up and how does it work?
  • Can I choose the time of delivery?
  • What is N-point and how does it work?
  • What is the Nespresso customization service?
  • How can I purchase the customization service?
  • With which phrases can I personalize the product?
  • Which products can be customized?
  • Where can I enter the names or phrases to personalize on the products purchased?
  • In how many days can I receive the personalized product at home?
  • Once I have purchased a personalized product, can I make returns?
  • Can the customization service also be purchased in Nespresso boutiques?
  • How much does the customization service cost?
  • How many products can I customize by paying €5?

Scopri il nostro caffè

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  • What does a Nespresso capsule contain?
  • What is the difference between Vertuo and Original?
  • How much coffee does a Nespresso capsule contain?
  • Are there traces of acrylamide in Nespresso coffees?
  • Does the crema in Nespresso coffees come from additives?
  • Is coffee carcinogenic?
  • Are there traces of furan in Nespresso coffees?
  • Does Nespresso practice "rapid roasting"?
  • What is Nespresso AAA Sustainable QualityTM program?
  • Are all Nespresso coffees good with milk?
  • Do Nespresso coffee capsules contain allergens?
  • General Information on our Coffees and Services
  • Do Nespresso coffees contain food allergens or gluten?
  • Why did you choose these cities for the names of the “Ispirazione Italiana” coffees?

Vertuo

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  • How Vertuo machine cream is formed? Because it is important?
  • Are the aromas of Vertuo flavored coffees natural?
  • Where can I buy Vertuo Line coffee capsules?
  • Why are there three different capsule sizes for six coffee formats?
  • Can I use the original capsules in the Vertuo system?

Subscription

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Nespresso Easy Coffee

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  • What is it and how does it work?
  • What are the main advantages?
  • What can I purchase with my Easy Caffè plan credit?
  • Will my credit still be available after I end my subscription?
  • When is the credit for my Easy Caffè plan loaded into my account?
  • The payment of the installment relating to my Easy Caffè plan was not successful. What can I do?
  • Is it possible to change the installment amount of my Easy Caffè plan?
  • The card associated with my Easy Caffè plan has changed/expired. How can I enter the new card details?
  • Can I cancel my subscription?

Nespresso Easy Machine

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  • What is it and how does it work?
  • What advantages does it offer me?
  • What can I purchase with my Easy Macchina plan credit?
  • What happens to my credit when my subscription ends?
  • Can I change or cancel my Nespresso Easy Macchina subscription before it ends?
  • Will the machine be mine after the end of the subscription?
  • The payment of the installment relating to my Easy Macchina plan was not successful. What can I do?
  • Is it possible to change the amount of the installment of my Easy Macchina plan?
  • When is the credit for my Easy Macchina plan loaded into my account?
  • The card associated with my Easy Macchina plan has changed/expired. How can I enter the new card details?
  • How many Easy Macchina plans can I activate?
  • What is Easy+?

Brand & Promotions

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  • How do I discover the promotions reserved for me?
  • How can I join a promo received via email?
  • How can I join a promo on the web site?
  • When will I see the free gift/discount in my cart that I am entitled to by joining the promo?
  • I cannot see the free gift I was supposed to receive in my cart, what should I do?
  • How can I use the voucher received with a previous order?
  • I need to use a voucher for the purchase of a new machine in a non-Nespresso store or on Amazon or other online retailers, what should I do?
  • How can I redeem the 3 €20 vouchers received for the purchase of an Inissia or Essenza Mini machine at a physical or online non-Nespresso store (e.g., Mediaworld/Amazon)?
  • How can I find out my status and the benefits reserved for me?
  • How can I get the decalcification kit for €1?

Recycling

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  • Are Nespresso capsules recyclable?
  • What is done with the recycled aluminium and coffee grounds
  • Why does Nespresso use aluminium for its capsules?
  • Are the capsules made of recycled aluminium?
  • How are Nespresso capsules recycled?
  • Have you ever considered using plastic capsules as an alternative?
  • What is the carbon footprint of portioned coffee?
  • Does portioned coffee generate unnecessary waste?
  • How can Nespresso customers recycle their used capsules?
  • What about business-to-business customers, how can they recycle their used capsules?
  • Where can I recycle my capsules?

RELOVE: REFURBISHED MACHINE

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  • What is a refurbished machine?
  • Do I have a warranty on a refurbished machine?
  • Was my refurbished machine tested before being put up for sale?
  • Can a reconditioned machine have imperfections?

Online Support

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  • While I was entering an order I got a 766 error.
  • I forgot my password. What am I supposed to do?
  • How can I update or change my credit card information?

3D Secure Code

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  • What is 3D Secure?
  • What happens if I enter the wrong 3D Secure code?
  • I forgot my 3D Secure password: what’s my 3D Secure password?
  • Are my data secure?