General Questions

Why is there an indent in my iPhone 13 Case?

You may have noticed there's an indent in the iPhone 13 cases, this is for our MagSafe accessory to use your favourite MagSafe accessories and charging!. Check out our MagSafe Accessory here!

Can Pela cases be used with MagSafe wireless charging?

Our cases are about 3mm thick and are compatible with most wireless chargers (we haven't been able to test them all but they do meet the thickness guide from Apple to be compatible!). We don’t have any magnets in our cases though, and we have receive

If I don’t need my case, can I just throw it in the garbage? Won’t it just break down eventually?

Unfortunately this is not likely as garbages and landfills do not give bioplastics or compostable materials all the elements it will need to breakdown. Most landfills are packed so heavily that it actually entombs waste, depriving it of sunlight, oxy

What is the texture of your cases?

Pela Case is best described as smooth but grippy with a light texturing caused by the flax shive. It will slide in and out of your pocket but not in and out of your hands :)

Can I use a Pela Case with a screen protector?

Pela Case is compatible with some screen protectors although the thickness of the screen protector may cause interference (or vice versa) with our Pela Case wrap around edges. This could cause a lift in your screen protector on the edges. Make sure t

How thick are Pela Cases?

Pela Cases are designed for a slim fit, sleek look that adds almost zero extra bulk to your phone at around 2mm of thickness - which also works with wireless charging!

Will Pela protect against major abuse/big drops/my toddler?

Pela is a durable, shock-absorbing case that allows your phone to bounce when dropped. We have done multiple tests and are military grade with a 6 foot drop rating! We provide protection from wear and tear as well as small drops, fumbles and the litt

Is Pela Case an impact case?

Our cases fit snug, have a smooth texture with grip to make it less slippery like some plastic cases, will protect your phone from everyday wear and tear and will bounce on most drops!. We have done multiple tests and are military grade with a 6 foot

What are all the little specks?

Those little specks are actual flax shive pieces! Pretty cool, huh? Not only does this provide strength and natural shock absorption, it also makes each piece like a snowflake. No two cases are exactly alike. Also, it’s the best way to get someone to

What makes Pela so eco-friendly?

While people measure eco-friendliness in many ways and by different standards, we measure it by the way we minimize harm to the environment in comparison to traditional plastic cases. We are hyper-aware of the greenwashing happening—using eco-friendl

What are your Pela cases made out of?

The Pela Case is made of Flaxstic®, which is comprised of compostable bioplastic elastomer and flax straw materials. Our material has been tested to be safe and free of phthalates, BPA, cadmium and lead and is verified to meet child safety standards