> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://sendcloud.dev/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Returns API overview

<Warning>
  **API v2 is entering maintenance mode.** New users should start with API v3 to access our latest features and improved
  performance. Already using v2? Don't worry, your current integration remains fully functional. Read more about
  [maintenance mode](/docs/getting-started/api-version-guide), or check out the [migration guide for API
  v3](/docs/getting-started/migration-guidelines-for-api-v3).
</Warning>

Sendcloud provides you with all the tools you need to make the return process hassle-free for your customers. You can create returns from any country in the world and ship them back home using a huge variety of dependable return shipping methods.

The **Returns API** is responsible for providing details regarding your returns, including details of the original outgoing parcel, the incoming parcel and the returned items.

<Warning>
  The Returns API v2 is deprecated. Please plan to update to the [latest version of the Returns API](/api/v3/returns/)
  (v3), which has more features and improvements.
</Warning>