What is a Starlu star or black-hole dedication?
It is a personal certificate with a name recorded in Starlu’s own registry, connected to an astronomical source and its coordinates. Names in the Starlu registry are not IAU-recognised astronomical names. The same astronomical source may appear in more than one dedication.
Is an actual star assigned to my star gift?
Yes. After payment, a star from the selected constellation is assigned in Starlu’s registry. The gift includes its Hipparcos catalogue number and RA/DEC coordinates. The certificate artwork is an illustration.
Are the black-hole sources real?
Yes. The listed sources refer to observed astronomical objects. Their positions come from SIMBAD; depending on the source, they represent an associated stellar system or radio source, rather than an image of the event horizon. The artwork is illustrative.
Where is my registration number or gift code?
After payment is confirmed, each certificate receives a Starlu registration number. A digital gift also receives a unique gift code. Enter the code at Open a gift to view the dedication. The registration number identifies your entry in Starlu’s own registry; the gift code lets you open and share your digital gift.
How do I receive and share a digital gift?
Once payment is confirmed, you can open the gift on the website and a gift code is emailed to the purchaser. You can share the code or gift link with the recipient and print the certificate at home. Anyone with the code or link can view the dedication, so share it carefully.
I have not received my email. What should I do?
Check your spam folder and the email address used at checkout. If the message is missing, contact support@starlu.org and include the email address used for the purchase. We can help locate a confirmed order.
Can I choose a name, date and personal message?
Yes. You can add a name, an optional date and a personal message before checkout. The date is part of the dedication; it is not an astronomical observation date.
Can I change an order?
Contact us as soon as possible with your order details and the correction. We will check what can be changed. A physical item may already have entered production, so changes cannot be guaranteed.
Which gifts are physical?
The site offers digital star and black-hole gifts. The premium collection is being prepared as one framed star gift and one framed black-hole gift. The premium page shows whether ordering is currently available.
How long will a physical delivery take, and can I track it?
Production and delivery times depend on the destination and shipping method. Contact us for an order update or available tracking information. International shipments may be subject to customs or import charges.
What if an item is damaged or incorrect?
Contact support with the order details, a description and, where possible, photographs. We will help investigate and arrange an appropriate remedy under applicable consumer law.
Can I cancel or withdraw from a purchase?
Our framed premium gifts are personally made and are normally excluded from the 14-day withdrawal right where the law permits. You may cancel before delivery under applicable law; reasonable compensation for costs and loss may apply. Immediate digital delivery requires your express consent and acknowledgement before any applicable digital-content exception can apply. See purchase terms and withdrawal; your legal rights to complain about a faulty product remain.
Which payment methods are available?
Payment is handled securely through Stripe. The available methods are shown at checkout and can vary by country. The charge is in US dollars; your card provider may apply currency conversion fees.
How does optional monthly support work?
When selected, Starlu collects the chosen monthly amount and manually forwards it to the selected organisations. It renews monthly until cancelled. The 50% offer applies to the one-time digital gift, not the monthly amount. Manage or cancel it through the Stripe customer portal or contact support.
How can I contact customer service?
Email support@starlu.org or call +46 72 997 77 73. Include your order details when your question concerns a purchase.