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Target is a big-box store that stocks general merchandise. It allows customers to find pretty much everything they need in one store, saving them time and effort. At Target, customers can find everything from groceries and household essentials to home decor and office supplies. The company provides free two-day shipping on online orders, but customers can pay extra for same-day delivery.
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Reviewed Nov. 29, 2014
My sister returned an ottoman to the camillus ny Target. She couldn't find her receipt but had her target red card. Security ambushed her, handcuffs in hand, and accused her of returning a stolen item. Shaking, she ruffled through her purse and found her receipt. Not only did they not apologize for scaring and embarrassing her, they proceeded to state that their actions are up to the manager's discretion. I've seen corner stores that were more professional than Target.
Reviewed Nov. 29, 2014
On November 27, 2014, I made a purchase of $21.38. The next day my debit card had 3 unauthorized charges of $635.89, $639.74 and $318.67. This is very wrong. My bills, including the rent are due in a few days and my funds are not there. The bank cannot do anything until the charges are posted (not pending) and Target's Corporate is not helping me because it is not a Target Red Card. This is no way to treat a loyal customer.
Reviewed Nov. 28, 2014
I recently visited the Target Store in the Bronx near Yankee Stadium. My intent was to add an additional line of service on to my already existent line of AT&T service. The rep was nice and helpful. Everything was going great. AT&T approved the request to add a new line. The last step was for the store rep to call Target Mobile with the "Order Number". When she got on the phone, the person she was speaking to, asked if I was interested in purchasing additional insurance from Target for the device. I was not interested as I already had insurance through AT&T and Apple Care. The person on the phone also asked how I would be paying for my purchase and if I was interested in opening a Target Card. I told her I would be using my debit card and I was not interested in a Target Card.
When the rep was done on the phone, she informed me that although AT&T had authorized the sale, Target mobile was not going to approve it and I was not eligible to purchase the device or add new service. Made me wonder if they declined to make the sale because I was not interested in purchasing their insurance and I was not interested in opening a Red Card account. I left the store angry and left the other items I intended to purchase in the cart off to the side. I will never shop in Target again!!
Reviewed Nov. 28, 2014
40" TV special for $119.00 only purchase starting at 6pm. At one second after the purchase time the item would not go to cart. It finally came up item sold out. I called the online ordering department and was told due to the different time zones they sold out. How can that be when FLORIDA and the east coast hits 6 pm first in the Nation? I feel this item was never available. Would love to see a list of those who did purchase this TV. I don't think anyone did!!! As I tried before 6 pm and again exactly at 6pm. Just checked before I post this complaint and the item has now been taken off retailmenot but remains to Target's website. Trick me once... will never shop at Target ever again... EVER!
Reviewed Nov. 26, 2014
I had to exchange a belt that cost $10.00 for a different size. The person at the customer service area requested my visa and ID since I did not have a receipt. He also said that I needed to find the same merchandise which I did so he could rescan the barcode. I went and found the same merchandise and also found a size that was suited for me. I hardly think an ID or my credit card is necessary to perform an exchange. I think there is some privacy infringement going on here. My card has had fraud transactions recently and I'm not surprised if it was because of employees at Target liberally requesting credit cards, ID's and purposefully recording this information for fraudulent uses. This is very bad.
Reviewed Nov. 23, 2014
I use to shop at target for everything, especially since they are a one stop shop with higher quality items than Walmart. Now every time I shop there, it ends in a horrible headache and me in a miserable mood. I've finally had enough. I refuse to shop there ever again. I will gladly shop the junk at Walmart now! I can never find an employee when I need help. The pharmacy is always a mess when waiting for prescriptions. Worse, they lie about their wait times, saying 10-15 minute wait almost every time which always turns into 45-60 min wait. I wouldn't have a problem with it if they could give an accurate time estimation! Most of the time they don't even have enough of the prescription or they switch brands without notice. I stop filling prescriptions there forever ago for that reason. The check out line is also a nightmare. After waiting what felt like forever tonight and getting nowhere, I finally grabbed my purse and just walked out. Worse is I really wanted the stuff in my buggy. The one lane I tried to get into closed as I was walking up because she had to go on break and the other lines would 4-6 people long but were hardly moving. I don't get it. The store wasn't even that busy until you try to check out!
I'm done with them. They have too many rules with returning items and that's a hassle. Waits are too long. They're always trying to pressure to sign up for something you don't want and do not let it go even after you say no. And they move stuff around the store too often you can't find anything or switch brands. The place is worse than Walmart now if you ask me. At least Walmart doesn't hassle you while you're there.
Reviewed Nov. 21, 2014
I bought the iPhone 6 on October 5,2014 at the Target store at 3535 S. La Cienega Blvd in Los Angeles. I paid the sale price that the store was advertising and took Sprint for service. The clerk who was taking care of me assured me that there was a special for $50.00 a month. I said, "good, because I can't afford more than that". Nov. 1st, I get a text message stating I owe $153.26!!! This was the beginning of a fiasco. I went back to the store. They assured me that my phone would not be cut off. Target was in contact with them to tell them they made a mistake. I made a $100.00 payment. Sprint said "oh,yeah, we will correct it. We will contact her within 48 hours." My service was shut off Nov. 10th. Went to Target and they were shocked! They contacted the same person at Sprint and he said once again that they would straighten out the problem and contact me within 48 hours!!
On the 13th, I went back to the store and they contacted Sprint (same guy) and was told if I paid the $53.26, they would turn the phone back on and they would send me the amount that was due me and I could expect for that to happen on my card within 48 hours. They would contact me within 48 hours. They couldn't straighten it out until the head guy looked at it and he has so many on his desk!!! Today is November 21, 2014 and I have had NO contact from Target or Sprint!! I bought my camera and iPad with Retina from the same Target!! I WILL NEVER BUY any electronics from Target and I will be contacting Apple to let them know how Target and Sprint conduct business regarding their product!! I today get a bill saying my service Will be shut off due to non payment!!! This is a NIGHTMARE!
Reviewed Nov. 21, 2014
I purchased an item of clothing in a Target store yesterday and went online to find 2 more of the same items. The price online is a few dollars higher. They advertise free shipping but if they are charging more for online items, there is really is a shipping charge. I initially reached a person in customer service in the Philippines and although the person was nice, he had no clue what to do. I finally spoke to a supervisor in customer service who was surprised that there was a discrepancy in the price, but was not able to do anything than say she was sorry. Think customers need to know that Target charges more for online products. Also, customer service representatives should have the ability to correct the situation.
Reviewed Nov. 20, 2014
I am from Canada and visited a Target store in Montana as part of a cross border shopping trip. I purchased a Waterpik water flosser on Oct 25, 2014. Upon returning back home I opened it up to find that it was not sealed, was missing some pieces and was obviously used and returned back to the store without anyone examining the returned product. It was so gross, disgusting and filthy. I contacted customer service via telephone on the following Monday, Oct 27th. What a disappointment. The girl so kindly told me that I could call the manufacturer (yah, 'cause it's their problem) or if I could please return to the store for a refund. Hmmm...how would you like me to do that? She gave me the # for the manufacturer and said they couldn't do anything as I'm in Canada. Keep in mind the product was only $57. I received an email later that day saying that I could easily return the product to the store I purchased at as long as it was unopened, unused and had all the pieces or I could even ship to a friend in the US to return for me....seriously?? That's your answer??
Was she even listening when I told her about the product or where I lived. Yah I'm sure this response would appease anyone. All of those answers want me to rectify the problem at MY expense. For sure I'll drive another 5 hours each way to return it.....ha ha that's really funny. I've had 2 emails since, the last 2 weeks ago saying they were 'researching' this. Researching what? I also sent them a copy of my receipt and several pictures of the product. Still nothing. I sent another email today Nov 20, we'll see if anyone gets back to me, not holding my breath. I now have a used/dirty water flosser that I cannot use nor return. perfect! Way to go Target, winning customer service!
Reviewed Nov. 18, 2014
I had a Target REDcard account. My bill due on the 14th of each months. I happen to be out of town one month (May) when I remember I didn't pay my bill. Call my daughter up and asked to pay for me and she also forget. Came up on the 15th. Call Target and explained myself to the rep. Her respond was, "There's a $35.00 late fee on your account and I can't remove it or take if off." My bill was $187.00 and I pay the whole bill off less the late because that what I owed. Since then they kept billing me late fees and interest. The late fees and interest is now $204.67 of which I refused to pay. I work hard for my money to make Target and TD BANK CEO RICHER while am still the poor hardworking person.
Reviewed Nov. 16, 2014
I went to the Target in Oviedo yesterday afternoon because I was looking for a new case for my iPhone 6. And once I got to the electronics section, this associate asked me immediately if I needed help. I didn't think of it too much at first. I said I didn't need help and he left me alone. Or so I thought. Not too long after another associate asked again if I needed help, and I said I didn't need any at that time. I guess they didn't like that response because when I left the department (with a chosen case very visible in my hand), the second associate who asked if I needed assistance asked me (rather rudely, if I might add) if I needed anything unlocked. I was taken aback at the point and also rather miffed.
I understand that they're concerned about shoplifting but the way they kept treating me as if I were going to steal something rubbed me the wrong way. I have shopped at that Target for years and have never received that sort of customer service. Due to this experience they can forget about me being a REDcard holder in the near future.
Reviewed Nov. 12, 2014
On the first day of Target's sale, I tried to purchase Green Giant Steamers Tuscan Broccoli. They did have the product. I asked for a rain check. I was informed that they are trying to "discourage" rain checks and to please try and select another product. My reply was that if I had wanted another product, I would have purchased it and not wasted my time standing in line and receiving acerbic treatment from the clerk. I am very disappointed and frustrated.
Reviewed Nov. 10, 2014
I recently ordered a furniture item from Target. Instead they sent me a large baby item. I called Target customer support and they said I would need to take this large item to the store and return it in order to receive my item or get a refund for my item. I can't believe the audacity of this policy. Target send me the wrong item (and a HUGE one), then expects me to attempt to lift this massive item, find a massive car to put it in and drive it to the store on account of THEIR mistake? This policy is not a one-size-fits-all policy and it's insane that they do not make exceptions. Us urban dwellers do not drive. We do not have large homes to store these items in while Target arranges for a pick-up. And we certainly don't have stoops to leave items on for mail service companies if Target was willing to arrange a pick-up (which they were after MUCH MUCH MUCH consternation).
The alternatives if you live in a City and don't have a car or a stoop for mail are essentially, figure out a way to take this item to the store (wait in the return line, etc.) or leave work and find a time to be home for a pick-up. Neither of these options are acceptable when the customer did not have anything to do with Target's mistake. Target should have said, “keep the item, give it to charity, throw it out- whatever.” You as the customer just should not have to deal with this any further. “We will send you your correct item right away or refund you if you no longer want it.” - AKA Amazon's policy. The fact that Target wants customers to take time out of their days to correct their mistakes is absurd. You sent the wrong item - it's a debit for you because you should pay for your own mistakes, don't take it out on the customer.
Reviewed Nov. 8, 2014
Metairie, LA. Five days ago I purchased a PSP for my daughter's birthday. Changed my mind and wanted to get something else. I used the Target DEBIT card (not the CREDIT Redcard) to purchase and just recently I was able to get cash back instead of tying my money up waiting for them to credit my debit card some 4 days later. The RUDE cashier, who was doing something on her cracked screen phone, processed the refund without giving me an option cash/target debit card. She presses enter and says that their policy changed and I should go to the website to see what the changes were. So I did, it definitely stated that cash was an option! So I show it to her but she doesn't want to see it in blk/white. She calls the mgr., he didn't want to look at the website either but was trying to convince me that what they were saying was the truth. He ended up giving me the cash but why the hassle? I shop at Target entirely too much to be bamboozled. Maybe they need CS reps and mgr's who can actually read!!! It's already spelled out for you.
Reviewed Nov. 8, 2014
I bought an item that was only available for in store pick up for my sister's birthday. Since I was able to pay for the item online, I bought it and asked if she could grab it since she is out of state from me. I received the confirmation email and she went to the store to pick it up. At the store the employee was extremely rude to her telling her the store cancelled the order and she could go back and find the item and then pay for it. Meanwhile there was no cancellation email and a charge pending on my credit card. She informed the employee she was under the impression it was paid for and asked why that was not being honored and if he would like to speak to me about the situation. He very rudely responded to her and she promptly left.
I understand that stores may not have the inventory to support store pick up and several stores closer to my sister were not available for pick up. I would have liked to not seen the store as an option or receive an email notification telling me the store cancelled my order. And to top it off there was no need for the poor and upsetting customer service. My sister called me after the ordeal extremely upset by this employees behavior. Since I have had to cancel the order since she does not want to deal with the Target customer service again.
Reviewed Nov. 6, 2014
I went to Target for their game trade in, I had a few friends tell me some of their games and what they got for them since their was a double value on the trade in. It was a Sunday, last day of the deal. The very rude over weight women did not want to do any work, She would type in one word and say the game was not found. When I told her that's not true because they are on the website, she got more rude. Then she said the systems are down and to come back another day. I told her the sale is over the next day. So to give me a print out or we could talk to the manager. She told me the manager cannot help me and that she was in charge of the trade ins. I went to get a manager who after a long debate said to give her the gift card. I also cannot believe how the employee talked to the manager. I called Target corp later on and they told me she should have given me a print out of the value to bring back later. Either way why hire these very rude, lazy people? How hard can it be to only type in the computer a few times a day. I will not trade in anymore games. I also talked to a friend who said he had the same problem with her. He went to do a trade in and she said she was going on her break. Who does that while they have a customer?
Reviewed Nov. 2, 2014
My daughter was returning clothing I had purchased for my granddaughter. The items did not fit and she was returning them for other merchandise. I had the receipt and she forgot her drivers license. I too picture of receipt and sent to her and they still refused. I called corporate number and spoke with very helpful gentleman who gave me a number and told me to have her go to customer service a give this number and she could return. They still refused. This is my last visit to a target store.
Reviewed Oct. 31, 2014
I purchased 02 air cleaning system, for my rooms that are around 234 sf. I purchased based on the Target product specification room of 100-300 sf. According with this information, the 234sf. will fit in the range that Target gives you in, again, the product specification. After a week I look the product manufacture manual and it states: "This air cleaner is suggested for use in a single, closed room up to 155 sf." I understand up to 155 sf. does not match with the range of 100-300sf, the 155 sf is in the range from 100-300 sf, however my room of 234 sf. does not fit in the range of up to 155 sf. As I know 234 sf. is not below 155 sf. Is that an intentional dishonesty of Target? I called to Target to explain that is a false advertising and the only compensation for the inconvenience of the company's dishonesty was $20.00 gift card. However, the supervisor told me that I was wrong and the $20.00 was a kind of favor that Target was giving for me. Let me see, instead of giving my money back for the inconvenience of my time and false advertising they are saying that I don't understand that my 234 sf fit in the range of 100-300 sf and up to 155 sf. that the company is right and I'm not smart enough to understand it.
BE AWARE, Target is misleading you and being intentional dishonesty to get your money and that could be a pattern and for what I understand misleading information of a product for a customer is crime. What It could be maybe... is Target is almost doubling the room sf. range to sell an item for more customers, when in the manual that most people ignore states that works up to 155 sf. that is not acceptable and not acceptable to try to persuade the customers misleading the true of the product information.
Reviewed Oct. 27, 2014
Online system down. Trying to contact customer service was too frustrating. Ended up writing a regular letter to the CEO, Brian Cornell telling him customer service is terrible. I finally ordered my item from a competitor.
Reviewed Oct. 22, 2014
I placed an order online Oct. 3 2014. My order total was $149.45, it was for 4 items. The purchase was put on my card and approved. On Oct 7th I received a package from UPS from Target. The box had my address and name on it. I opened it, there was only one item that I ordered in the box. Called them to let them know. All they would SAY IS YOUR ORDER WAS SHIPPED. Inside the box had someone else's name on the packing slip and 1 item that was ordered. It just happen to be one of the items I ordered.
I called them a total of 4 times. I think they sent my order to this person and I got her order. Our names were a lot alike, same first name and last name same letter. They said they would investigate it so on Oct 22 I had time to call because they put you on HOLD for a while. I told them over and over that I only received one item and ordered 4. So they had UPS come out, I showed them the box and the packing slip and they made a copy of it. The UPS guy even said it looks like a mix up on the packing slip. So I guess UPS sent that to Target, and all they said is that I signed that I received my package. Yes I signed that I received it but not all of my order. THEY REFUSE TO GIVE A REFUND OR MAIL ME MY REMAINING ITEM. Could not believe the way I was treated. Bad customer service for sure. NEVER shopping TARGET AGAIN.
Reviewed Oct. 21, 2014
Like many others here, I placed an order online at Target.com, this being a gift registry order. Immediately after submitting it I realized the site never asked for a gift note or sender signature to be included for the recipient. I started calling immediately, but the IVR system never let me get to an option to modify. The IVR didn't offer me a chance to get to a live-person, either (pressing '0' gets a "Not a valid option" response.) Finally, after a while, and in a sub-sub-menu, I pressed '0' and was told to hold and then promptly disconnected. I did this a couple of more times. Then I went to the website and found another Customer Service number and called it, and finally got through to an agent. She told me that orders could not be modified once entered (same as others are reporting). I said all I wanted was to include a note. She said it could not be done. Then, after I pressed, she said she could make an entry on the order Customer Service page so that, if the recipient called and asked who sent the gift, the CSR agent might see this note and inform. No promises.
Finally, after pressing further, the agent said she might be able to send a note to the warehouse that they might enclose in the package. Once again, no promises. I told the agent I was now confused and had no confidence and wanted to cancel the order and try again somewhere else. That's when she told me the order could not be cancelled. I told her that I had a confirmation email from Target.com that said the order could be cancelled. The agent said that cancellation could only be done within a very short time of placing the order. By this time it had been less than 30 minutes, 15 of those I had spent playing IVR-tag with Target's system. She said she was sorry, but the best she could do was put in a "request to cancel" with the warehouse (same as other customers are reporting here.) The agent said that even with that, I wouldn't know if the order was cancelled or not until I got an email from the warehouse that the order had shipped or was cancelled.
I spoke to a "supervisor" next and was told the same. So I let the order proceed and hope it goes through. I contacted the recipient through other channels to tell them that they were supposed to get a package from Target.com in the next 10 days containing specific items and, if they did, it came from me and my wife, congratulations. If they didn't get it, let me know, and congratulations, anyway. I will never use Target.com again. I recommend no one order from Target.com. I have some great online shopping experiences (Amazon. Macy's, even!). And I have had some terrible experiences. This is just about the most frustrating experience online shopping and customer service interacting I can recall.
Reviewed Oct. 21, 2014
After reading most of the complaints about target dot com I've come to the conclusion that their online store is a piece of garbage. I speak for all who were wronged and lied to about delivery dates. I too am a victim of faulty delivery dates, and this is my story.
I pre-ordered a game the summer before (July 28). It said to be released a few months later (10-14) and I've been waiting ever since. Today (10-21) was the last said day of delivery and it has not come yet. I even received the email starting they "lost" the order and I have to wait a whole other month before it gets here. Next month is my birthday and the last day of its delivery is a day before it, and I swear if it does not come in before then I'm going to get what I ordered for free, I don't care what they say. I believed that they'd be here but they never showed up, like a cheating boyfriend. But seriously it's 3 in the morning and I'd like to go back to sleep.
Reviewed Oct. 19, 2014
Blu-ray disc does not play on my blu-ray player. Try to return to store, they wouldn't take it back. I paid $17.99 for this movie and don't work. I just want my money back. I'm a disabled persons and the employee are mean to me. I don't like Target for treating me and other disabled people like that. Don't go to Target, go to Wal-Mart. The employee are more friendly there. At Wal-Mart the employee treat me with respect.
Reviewed Oct. 16, 2014
Let me start off by saying that I love shopping at Target. I think their prices and merchandise are awesome and the policies they have set in place are great. Now the issue that I had at this particular Target store (Modesto, Ca) was outrageous and I'm sure it can't be legal. I do plan on looking into the matter with a lawyer. So U go to Target to return six items out of 37 items that I purchased the day before from said store. I was told that I would only be allowed to return four items a day and that was the policy they have at that store. The last time I checked target was a corp. and all stores fell under its policies and procedures.
So I called guest relations to get a better understanding of why I wasn't being allowed to return my items. After all I did have a valid receipt for all items. Well guest relations did try and convince the L.O.D. of the store to do my return but he told them the reason that they chose to limit the returns of customers was because of them having too much stock due to returns. First of all what does that have to do with me, and why is their stocking problem now causing me problems? Second of all on the back of the receipt, it states in black and white that Target promises to attempt a return on all items by scanning the receipt which they wouldn't do.
Now I feel cheated out of my money. They promise one thing but don't honor it. I never felt cheated like this from a store in my life. I don't blame Target so much. I blame the store manager for playing by his own rules and making policies up as he goes but Target corp. is not blameless because they allow these store managers to run their store how they want even if it means taking advantage of its customers. I spend at least 1,000 a week at Target, no joke. I have the receipts to prove it. I was so use to shopping at Target. I've been doing it for over 12 years. But after I seen how they will promise one thing on the receipt but do another when they choose to, I just refuse to spend my money with people who can't be trusted. Well it look like I'm gonna be spending some time getting to know my way around the local Walmart.
Reviewed Oct. 9, 2014
I went to target with my husband to buy a gift for a baby shower... We decided to go for a humidifier but there was only 1 blue one which was opened and looked returned. They had 2 pink but we needed the blue for a baby boy baby shower.... So we decided to open it and check both the pink and blue to see what was missing with the blue. A target employee came over and told us she would stand there and watch us because we were opening and looking at the humidifier... A few minutes later, she came back with security. When my husband saw the security, he got irate and asked the security why he was standing there watching us. Eventually my husband said for us to leave to go to a diff target and the security followed us, they were both arguing. I called the store shortly after we left and asked for the store mgrs name to which the operator refused to give to me.
She said she would get into trouble if she gave me the store mgr's name but transferred me to the mgr on duty who also refused to give me the store mgrs number. I had to call a diff target to get the store manager's name. I called severally the past 2 weeks to which I was refused the availability of the store mgr. I called again yesterday and finally spoke to a mgr on duty who confirmed the store mgrs name and took my information for the store mgr. The store mgr finally called me this evening....2 weeks after the event and she just apologized. More should be done than just an apology. I feel we were targeted because we are African American. Not all blacks steal. The entire crew needs to be retrained. Why is the store mgrs info confidential? Customers should be allowed to talk to a store mgr and not go through such a hassle.
Reviewed Oct. 9, 2014
I ordered something online at Target and accidentally messed up one number on my address. I realized this almost immediately and tried to correct my mistake. There is no way to do this (really, no way to do this) so I then tried to cancel my order rather than have it go to some neighbor I do not know. This apparently you also cannot do. I was told over the phone that you can only "request a cancellation" but you cannot definitely cancel anything you order from there.
A week and a half after my request I received an email that said that the order would ship later than it originally was to be sent before all of this request to cancel stuff happened. I then called again and after being put on hold by 3 different people I was told that no one knew if it had been cancelled or not. They said all I could do at this point was wait to either get an email saying it had shipped or if it had been cancelled. If it was being shipped I would just have to wait until I got the object, which in my case meant that some random person would get it and then I would just lose a chunk of money and could do nothing about it. I’m done with Target.com. I'll just use a company that will let you adjust or cancel your order if you need to. This is absolutely absurd.
Reviewed Oct. 2, 2014
I have been trying for the past two days to place an online order at Target. Both days it seems as though their website freezes up. Website loads fine, but I can't navigate past the first page! I've tried everything...even selecting different categories from their drop down menu and nothing! This has to be the worst (unsuccessful) online shopping experience I have ever had. If Target can't even create a decent website to shop from, they are not worthy of my purchase anyway. Save your time and energy and shop elsewhere!
Reviewed Sept. 30, 2014
August 4, 2014 I had found out my husband has been stealing from me, along with registering online account without my knowledge of permission. I have been trying since August to reset my online account and I keep getting the run around. I have been doing all that is required of me, but still no one seem to want to help me. I really do need help to get this problem solve.
Reviewed Sept. 26, 2014
I ordered 3 items from Target. I received 1 item, a scrap of material that I did not order. I called Target and spoke with a person in India who said my money would be refunded. I then received an E-mail stating they were sending me a Target gift card. I had payed with PayPal to protect me from scams like this. I have opened a dispute with PayPal. I will never shop at Target again. Buyer beware! This is not the Target your parents shopped at. This is another animal altogether!
Reviewed Sept. 21, 2014
Went in to a Target with my sister and son. We were coupling an item that went on sale. My sister didn't want to stay as long as I did so she checked out and went to the car to sit down. Then later came back inside 30 mins later. So I then decided to check out with her and I buy 200 worth of items along with the same item she did with a coupon. We then went home and a few days later my sister went back to the same Target to buy something else and she was price matching something. An employee with visible gang tattoos all over her arms had run me and my sister out the other night whispered something to her manager who was doing the price match. Then told my sister, "You can't price match the item" because she came the other day and bought something else and use a coupon then went to your car to make a duplicate purchase with a coupon then went to your car. The employee just felt that since she used a coupon and got a discount that something was fishy. I guess she's never used a coupon in her life. But to accuse someone of something total incorrect and to go up to management and spread this nonsense just is unacceptable.
Reviewed Sept. 16, 2014
I just graduated college with a degree in Business Management, and I must say that Target has the worst customer service I have ever dealt with! My target credit card bill got lost somewhere within the US Postal Service. I called up Target immediately after I received a notice that I had a missed payment. I told the phone rep that I was ready to pay my balance, but believed that I was not responsible for the late fee and interest, because this was all caused by the negligence of the Postal Service. They told me they could not help me, because the US Postal Service lost my bill one time before in the past 12 months. I then reasoned with the rep, and said I would enroll in auto pay, and this incident wouldn't occur again. The customer service representative again refused to take off the extra charges, and in fact told me if I wanted to enroll in auto pay, I would have to do it by myself through their website! I then asked to speak to a supervisor and was put on hold, and was told that the wait would be too long, and I would have to leave a message for a supervisor.
I responded that I was willing to wait to speak to a supervisor. The rep replied that she couldn't tie up the phone. Having no other choice, I left a message. After not being contacted for 24 hours, I again called up to speak to a supervisor. Finally, I got through to a supervisor, but was once again refused. The supervisor said that although he is authorized to waive such charges, he won't do it because of Target's rigid policies. They don't waive charges more than once within 12 months, no matter what. What I don't understand, is why Target needs to have live customer service representatives. Robots could do a better job! Of course, I cancelled my target card, and am horribly upset at Target's lack of customer service. I don't understand how a large business, like Target can act in such a way. Anyone reading this, please don't shop at Target, for your own good!
Reviewed Sept. 15, 2014
I recently applied to the Target in Altoona, Iowa and was told to come into the store and fill out an application. Shortly thereafter I was interviewed. I was then told that I would get a call within the next 2-3 days. After waiting for over a week, I decided to contact **, and she told me that all of the cashier positions were filled. I then called back and had two of my friends call as well and they were told that they have numerous positions available including the need of cashiers. I was able to reach ** and asked if they were looking for any cashiers, and her reply was "yes". I am open for any shift, so that can't be why I wasn't hired or lied to. I wonder if it may because I am African-American or was it because I am handicapped. I would like an honest answer to this!!!!
Reviewed Sept. 14, 2014
When trying to return an item that was bought for me off my baby registry I have not been successful. In the three attempt me and my wife received three different reasons why they couldn't accept this return. The first reason was that the item does not appear in the system, but this also happen with a toy I just purchased that was on clearance, but they manually wrote in the amount. The second reason was that the registry did not print the paper which showed the item on it and the manager confirmed the item was on the registry. The third just happened today 9/13/2014 when the registry still was not fixed and the manager told me it is only broken when I try to use this machine.
He was not going to help us return the item and he did not care to put an out of order sign on his broken machine because he told me "he was not a technician and that wasn't his job." This really hurt me that there is a person like him working at Target. I will not return to this store and I will make sure that my family does not return to this store as to not inconvenience this manager from what he does take responsibility for, whatever that is.
Reviewed Sept. 9, 2014
Purchased online a $75 target gift card to arrive at daughter's cell phone. Site states 4 hours. It never came. Six calls to customer service (agents who barely speak English) did absolutely no good. A frustrating complete waste of time. In the end, they said they'd switch to an email card (birthday was over by then By the way). But no that didn't arrive either. Magically, Two days later an email that target is refunding my money for the gift card. It will be re-deposited to my account ... In 5-7 business days. I'll believe that when I see it.
Reviewed Sept. 3, 2014
I'm kicking myself because I have spent thousands, and I mean thousands of dollars at Target!!!! I ordered an iPad mini from Target, and purchased the service plan, on 8/17. While sitting at home on 8/22, I received a message from Target.com that my package was delivered. Incorrect!!! I'm sitting at home, working just steps away from the front door so there's no way a package would have been delivered on that day at that time while I was home. I immediately call Target guest services and the representative tells me that even though I received a confirmation of delivery email it doesn't mean the package was delivered. Huh??? That makes no sense whatsoever and she confirms that it makes no sense, yet she repeated it twice before hanging up.
I called UPS, they said that Target told them to give the package to USPS. I called Target back asking for an explanation and the rep says that Target doesn't know why my package was transferred (however, when I spoke to a supervisor, "Joyce" today, she said that they do hand over certain packages to USPS because it's cheaper). I call UPS, they only have record of the package going to USPS and they basically wash their hands with the situation. I called USPS, they said the package was "delivered" and maybe I should just wait another day or two. Wait, you said it was delivered, what am I waiting for again???
I talk to my mail carrier, she doesn't remember if the package was delivered or not but did look for it when she returned to the post office (which was nice). She called and said she had it, only to find out it was a package from a completely different store and not related to Target. Call Target back, actually ended up calling 6 times and EVERY time I called I received a different response. "The package can take up to 10 days to be delivered"..."Oh, we need to check with UPS"..."Oh, we need to check with USPS". Then the guest services emails come in. "Packages may take up until 10 days to be received", wait the same package that you've already told me was delivered.
Oh and FYI...it's been 13 business days since I placed my order. Talked to yet another rep today, 9/3, who finally says "we are going refund you your money"..woohoo!! Finally, a solution...oh wait, but then the "supervisor", Joyce, gets on the phone and tells me that they don't have the authority to refund me my money and that the order research team handles those issues. Huh? What? Your rep just told me I was finally getting my refund. So now I sit and wait for Target's "order research" team to try and figure out what's going on.
I will no longer shop at Target, which is unfortunate because I always find tons of things to buy from there, but they no longer deserve my hard earned money. I will definitely spread the word to my family and friends, via telephone and social media, that Target isn't as great of a company as we all thought. Are you really telling me that a company that large can't simply refund me my money (less than $300)? Target, get out of here!!!
Reviewed Sept. 1, 2014
I ordered 4 DVDs, one which had to be picked up in-store. The next day, I received an email the other 3 had been shipped, due to arrive in 3-5 days. However, they sent 2 of one, and none of another. I verified the order verification that this was their mistake, not mine. I called and was told NOT to return it to the store; although, I'd never had a problem with in-store returns for online orders before.
Fast forward 10 days. I finally get an email that the other (hopefully correct) item has been shipped. Though I have not been issued a refund on the incorrect item, I'm charged for the new item. I get that I now have both items, but would have returned one 10 days ago. This time, the shipment is expected to arrive in 6-8 days.
Shouldn't correcting their mistake have a higher priority to get it to me than even the original order? Bad business, dudes! Because you know people like to complain FAR more than they like to praise a job done as expected.
Reviewed Aug. 30, 2014
My number one problem is the slow standard shipping. They also ship UPS that sucks due to thief lame attempt to update tracking. They horrible at online shipping. They can't deliver on the weekends no matter what! UPS SUCKS, THEY SUCK!
Reviewed Aug. 29, 2014
On 7/11/14, I paid my target account balance in full. The payment was due on 7/13/14 and the bank processed the payment on 7/11/14 but Target did not apply it the balance until 7/14/14 making it one (1) day late. I incurred a late charge and finance charges the following month. I spoke to a male agent who said electronic payments do not get applied for 5-7 BUSINESS DAYS. I told him there was a weekend in those 3 CALENDAR DAYS, making it only 1 business day. After some hemming and hawing about the untruthfulness of the statement he had just made, he agreed to remove the late charge and finance charges. The minimum amount due on the corrected bill would now be $23.89 which I confirmed with the male agent and which I promptly remitted on 8/7 again through electronic payment and was applied on 8/8 to the account (1 CALENDAR/BUSINESS DAY).
I asked him if I needed to make the minimum payment or if I needed to make the full payment and was assured I only had to make the $23.89. Now this month I go to use my card at Target, only to be denied. I telephoned customer support and was told that I had been sent to collections for an unpaid balance. In reviewing my statement, I incurred yet another late fee and finance charge because I followed the male agents directions and only sent the amount I owed on the account versus the full payment and then finance charges do not get removed until after the due date. When talking to the male agent in August there were 2 times that I questioned his statements that did not coincide with facts or previous statements and when I spoke with a female agent on 8/26/14 I questioned her on 2 different occasions where she was not consistent as well.
Tonight (8/27), I telephoned again since I had sent an email and it clearly states that you will receive a response to the contact "within 24 hours of sending" and again this was found to be a false statement (in writing this time). However the male agent tonight, was unable to provide any answer or explanation as to why I did not receive a return email and only danced around the answers. However when I explained the entire scenario, he firmly told me the reason I was assessed another finance charge was "clearly you did not pay your bill on time in July or August and none of this was the fault of Target or its customer service". When I disputed the fact he became more adamant and combative and said "you are wrong". So much for customer support. I looked at my documentation and gave him a full detail of paying the bills on 7/11/14, 8/7/14 and 8/26/14 thereby proving that his statement were dishonest as well.
When I asked him was I right, he offered no apology or explanation and was downright rude. Who wants to deal with the employees who badger customers, are rude to them and are dishonest and ethical. There are too many stores that would relish your business and treat you with respect. When I explained what happened to my husband, he mentioned we should have learned from our previous encounter in April 2014, when my cell phone which I purchased at Target in October 2013 stopped working. Even though I paid for an upgraded protection plan, they would not authorize the plan as the plan was a third party insurance company which they no longer dealt with. I was still being charged a monthly fee for the plan, but it was not worth the paper it was written on and Target nor any of the managers, customer service or anyone else was willing to help me with it. Bottom line is DO NOT SHOP AT TARGET!!!! They have no customer support, morals, ethics or integrity.
Reviewed Aug. 23, 2014
I ordered some Room Essentials cubeicals from Target.com. On the ad it says save 10% on orders over $50 that are picked up in the store. Unfortunately, the 12 or so Target that I have around me are "unavailable for store pick up". Slick....very, very slick.
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2014
Ordered an NFL coat, was told would be at my home between 8/15 and 8/19. Never showed up. Called on 8/19, was told it had been shipped and would receive it no later than 8/20. Didn't receive it on that date. Called back that night - they told me it was at post office and they would send me an 5 dollar gift card for my trouble by email and was told because it’s at post office they could not give me a delivery date. Never received gift card. Called twice on 8/21. First time I called was told to call post because it must be there. Called post office it was not.
Target gave me an Ref #** and said if not at post office to call them back. I called back, was told this time that my coat was now in Minnesota somewhere and was lost. Was told it would be two to Five day from the time it was put on truck. When I asked for a specific date they told me they could not give me one. This is totally unacceptable. Will never shop at Target again. PS - Few days before this my wife got a NFL shirt received - it was wrong size. Returned it to an Target store, was told money would be put back on my Visa card. Still waiting.
Reviewed Aug. 7, 2014
My wallet was stolen a few weeks ago, as I was grocery shopping. I noticed within minutes and started calling creditors to close my accounts. Within 20 minutes of this happening, the thief drove to TARGET store in Woodhaven, Michigan and spent $13,000 on my credit cards. $10,000 in gift cards. This was all through a cashier -- not a self checkout. These charges took place within 6 minutes and the thief and his partner left. When one card wouldn't work, they would use another. All of my cards say "ask for ID" on the back also.
After questioning Target about their checking for ID policy, I was informed that they DO NOT check for ID and that it's UNLAWFUL to ask. This was straight from Target headquarters and also that it helps keep the lines down and most people are offended to be asked for ID. Even a large purchase? Several $2000 purchases in Gift cards, and no request for ID? It's simply unbelievable to me that after the security breach last winter - they would be so flippant about it -- and yes, I get it. I'm not liable for these fraudulent charges -- but that DOES NOT make it ok.
Now I'm spending hours on the phone, filling out numerous affidavits stating that I did do this. What I found really odd was TARGET was the only store they hit. In fact, Target was almost out of the way compared to Meijer, Lowe's, Home Depot, all right there, right next to an expressway, yet they ONLY chose Target. Now I understand why. Target's loose policy to protect the thief and not the customer, and of course to "keep your lines down" are what's really important. Keep that money rolling in Target -- you'll never get another cent of mine.
Reviewed Aug. 5, 2014
Starting with the managers, front desk (Mr. ** and his team) service people, team leads, at Target, store 1024 in West Covina, they are all rude. They don't say good morning to the employees, but they do tell the employees at the meetings, you have to say good morning to the customers and be nice to them, but they should be an example first!!!! The ladies that work at food avenue, very rude, don't say good morning and they look like they have a bad day and the store just open at 8 am. And when you tell the managers, they don't do nothing about it! I'm so disappointed!!!
Reviewed July 27, 2014
My daughter and I went to Target for back to school shopping. We spent 294.00 that day. My daughter had an old gift card that only had about 3.00 left on it. She intended to use it on a small purchase but she placed it on the conveyor belt which was on - the gift card went under the belt. The cashier never told us he could retrieve the card and proceeded to cash her out. His response was "oh for real". When we got to the car, my husband told me that was an easy thing to retrieve. The bottom line is, the principle of deception. The cashier could've told us that right then. I just spent 294.00 and to be deceived for 3.00 is just disappointing. The type of people the company is hiring concerns me greatly. The manager on duty was even worse. I cannot express my anger enough. It was just 3.00! When my husband went back in, he was gone and the gift card was gone. Very disappointing.
Reviewed July 25, 2014
Bought an Item online but which could only be picked up in-store. Upon arriving to pick up a week later, I was told that I had already picked the item up. Not possible nor true. I was 4,000 miles away. After 3 months of back and forth to Customer Service (.com) and in-person to the store front management itself (despite being told that only I) the named orderer could have picked up (because ID must be shown that matches the order ID)… no one has been able to produce a security video that shows WHOM picked up. I was told by .com that they weren't going to extend me any 'concessions' anymore which is further frustrating as they have never 'extended me any concessions' for any reason whatsoever, ever.
Just like most anyone, I have made a few returns in the last 10 years; ALWAYS with a receipt and ALWAYS within their rules... perplexing is that .com refuses to email or talk with me and store management whom has said they’d get back to me, never has either. Lesson for All is that Target is not customer oriented and won't stand behind their 'shipping' responsibility. BTW, when asked to go beyond viewing the security tape, and or for name and/or signature of WHOM might have picked the item up… I get the cold shoulder on those questions as well. I was screwed out of $250.00 and so, my warnings go out to everyone on Target's new Direction of somehow calling the taking of responsibility a 'concession'.
Reviewed July 25, 2014
Do NOT let Target ship your large purchases via Home Direct. We ordered a chair on 6/15/2014 and they still can't find it on 7/24/2014. If you call Home Direct, you may wait on hold for an hour and still not be able to talk to anyone. Target will not refund my money until they find the chair - this is their problem, not ours.
Reviewed July 24, 2014
I love Target. Always have what I need, never a let down.
Reviewed July 24, 2014
We purchased a prepaid cellular phone for our son to use in an emergency. Brightspot sent this text: "Your Brightspot Mobile plan was not renewed due to insufficient balance. Please apply a refill to renew your $30.00 Plan." The message then invited us to visit its website. Based on the message, we went to Target (actually showed the guest assistant the message) and purchased a $30 monthly refill. The refill would not work, because, we learned, the account was cancelled. We telephoned the service center for Brightspot, located in South America, and were told we needed to now purchase a new SIM card for $9.99. The Supervisor was unable to explain why the Text message did not include purchasing a SIM card was also required. The customer service Supervisor, William ** ID No. ** could not provide a credit for a SIM card. We asked for a manager and we were placed on hold. When he returned, he told us there was no solution he could offer. He finally admitted that we could not speak with his manager, Ricardo ** because he had left for the evening and there was no other manager present.
To the least sophisticated consumer, the text message was an invitation to purchase a refill card. The bait and switch is that you are then required to buy a SIM card for another $10. There is no disclosure in the text and it is impossible to read the text as anything else than cramming additional charges for the prepaid card.
Reviewed July 22, 2014
I bought an Iphone 5s at Target store Glendale, 4301 E virginia Ave Co 80246. I have paid the full price, and I told the seller that I would like a phone unlocked and that would be compatible to work in Brazil where I live. So, after that I discovered that my phone was not unlocked. I got in contact with the store and they told me if I had paid the full price it was supposed to be unlocked, and that I need to be in contact with At&t to ask them to unlock my Iphone.
So, I did and At&t told that as a pre-paid customer, I would have to wait for 6 months to unlock my phone. I feel that I was completely disrespect, because when I bought, I have explained everything very well for the seller. He just wanted my money and didn't realize the consequence that he did because now, I am in Brazil and I can't use my Iphone; losing a lot of contact and job opportunities because no one can make me calls.
After all the efforts to try unlock my phone with at&t, I called the store again and the Management of the electronic department told me that they don't sell unlocked Iphones. How can it happened??? Or they are not training them staff well or they are trying to make the customer a fool. If I paid the full price for it, it was supposed to be unlocked and I was supposed to use my phone the way I want. I have just spent one month in the US. I could never buy an Iphone that wouldn't have support in my country. I will never buy anything anymore in this store, and I hope others don't buy too. They lie to the customer and disrespect us.
Reviewed July 21, 2014
Just got back from the LAST trip to Target I'll ever make!!! Went for three things advertised in their latest flyer and they had NONE of them. Have all Target Stores gone downhill or is the Rochester Hills store just a really bad one? Since it expanded, their prices have gone skyward, they never have what they advertise and you can never find anyone to help you. Seems to me those were the problems that sent Kmart into a death spiral. They have closed their customer service counter and now you must wait in line to make a return or ask a question. Their food prices are the highest around and they offer very limited selections of many products. Thank goodness I have both Kmart and Meijers nearby so I don't ever need to shop at Target again.
Reviewed July 12, 2014
I have used Target's online service to purchase items at least 6 times this year and all of them, except for the latest order, managed to be shipped to my current address. This address has been on my account for the last 10 months. My last order was placed online and using my account in June. That order came to my address in NJ as it should. I placed an order online yesterday and was horrified to see that it had been shipped to an address I had 10 months ago. This address is not on my account, nor does it show on any of the credit cards on my account. I called customer service and they told me they would try and stop the order - despite this, I received an email an hour later announcing that the items are shipping to my old address of 10 months ago.
I called customer support back and was told that there was nothing they could do as it had been shipped. I asked why I would have to pay for an item ordered through their web site that got shipped to a previous address not matching my account. All they kept repeating was that there was nothing they could do and that it was too late as it had already shipped. I asked to speak to a supervisor who said the same thing - she was rude and robotic and did not seem to know why my account would retain an old address and suddenly revert back to that old address. They could not explain to me why the system I ordered on in June and successfully so, would suddenly be using my old address. What's more, I was told that it wasn't their problem. I have been shopping at Target for the last 10 years and the last year have purchased a lot online - 6 orders since April. Obviously I am not valued as a customer and I don't think that Target really cares about customer service. This is substandard customer service and I will never be shopping there again.
Reviewed July 12, 2014
This should go all the way to the top of policy makers at Target. Asked an clerk about a new book, "America" by Dinesh D'Souza... She looked it up and said it wasn't in stock and surprisingly, she said it wasn't available for ordering over the internet. I've looked up the listings of the New York Times "Best Sellers" list and I found out that they don't list it there. If you haven't heard, I just saw the movie "America", produced by Dinesh D'Souza at the Regal Cinema and its characterization and content is outstanding. Its book sales are outpacing Hillary's new book (NYT take note) and if you are such great marketers, you should take note too! Your absence from the scene of a recognized author and a New York Times "#1 Best Seller" author of "Obama's America" is disappointing and frankly disheartening. Guess I'll take my business elsewhere.
Reviewed July 10, 2014
I was told they took our insurance. I asked again before the eye exam and was told everything had been verified. I was charged $120 for two of us for our eye exams. I was not given a receipt. Asked for a receipt again and still not given one. Turns out my services were not covered. Should have only cost $50 total. Neither the optical manager nor the store manager on duty (Robert) would refund the difference nor do anything to make their customer happy. I reported optical manager to AP as I paid cash and got no receipt. I was overcharged and treated very rudely. I would not recommend them to anyone.
Reviewed July 4, 2014
I need a new rice cooker and decided that Target may have a good deal. I purchased an Aroma rice cooker, only to find out when I got home and opened the sealed box that the rice cooker was used!! It had a horrible stench of rotted cooked rice, grease and scum all over the outer parts. I can't believe that Target didn't even have the decency to inspect the returned product, before putting it back on the shelf (sealed and discounted) for resale! Never again.
Reviewed July 3, 2014
Went to Target to buy some underwear which l have been buying for years now because of the quality and as luck would have it everywhere they were signs that said 1/2 price. Thinking how lucky l was l found my favorite underwear with the 1/2 price sign underneath, so l doubled up and went off to pay only to be told, "Oh no Madam these are not 1/2 price." "But there was a 1/2 price right underneath the underwear!" said I. "Oh sorry Madam but these one are not for 1/2 price." "In that case l do not want them and l think your signs are very misleading," and l left. And you know what, that is the last time l will ever ever shop at Target. l maybe just one small customer but l count and l in turn will be telling my family and friends about via Facebook not to shop at Target as there are liars!!!!!!!!!! Thank you and goodbye for good.
Reviewed July 1, 2014
I'm experiencing the same situation with Target.com as well. I placed an order online, then saw the estimated arrival date, which was later than I thought it would be, so I decided to cancel the order and just buy it in the store. When I tried to cancel it online, only a few minutes after placing my order, it said it couldn't cancel the items and I would need to call their "guest services." I called less than 5 mins after placing the order & spoke with a "customer service" woman & she assured me she had cancelled my order & told me that I would receive an order cancellation confirmation email shortly. Well, I didn't receive that email & I checked on the website & it wasn't cancelled after all. She basically lied to me just to get me off the phone. So, I called back several more times, getting put on indefinite hold, getting cut off, etc. and finally spoke with a woman who said that it was no longer possible to cancel the order. So frustrating!
It had been less than 30 mins since I placed the order & the 1st person had told me she had cancelled it already. So, I asked to speak with a supervisor and after a very long hold, I was connected to a woman who claimed to be a supervisor and put me on another long hold while she tried to cancel my order. And yet again, she told me she couldn't cancel the order. Her system kept giving her an "error message" when she tried to cancel it. Well, that doesn't do me any good! What I've learned from this experience is that none of Target's "customer service" employees know what they're doing & they'll say just about anything, including complete lies to get you off the phone.
Reviewed July 1, 2014
Used my RedCard to place order for TV. Less than 20 minutes later, I attempted to cancel order online, but wasn't allowed. When I called Target to cancel, I was told they couldn't cancel the order because shipping was already preparing to send it. This is my 3rd truly unpleasant experience with Target's return practices. I once returned a malfunctioning fan and was issued a gift card. Subsequently purchased two more fans in an effort to get one that worked properly. Finally gave up and used gift card credit to buy something different altogether. The problem? With each return, my gift card redemption value decreased significantly. No one could explain why. Gave someone an online Target gift card (before I knew better). That recipient lost $ due to shipping charges and never was able to redeem the $6+ unused balance on the card. That $50 card ultimately netted them only about $35. Will never EVER order from them again. That ostensible 5% savings is nowhere near worth it.
Reviewed June 28, 2014
I ordered two sets of patio cushion on June 22, hoping they were like Walmart or any other big box store that would ship within a couple days, hoping to get these by the Fourth of July party. However they won't even ship it out until July 8-20! Poor SHIPPING time! No excuse! I can't even cancel order. Never order from Target again, disappointed.
Updated review: June 25, 2014
Another customer representative contacted me via email after I submitted my complaint about this issue. Still no resolution on the price of the item represented on the website. Updated the rating accordingly.
Original Review: June 25, 2014
Giving one star for the misleading website and bad customer service experience. I was interested buying a Braun shaver online, advertised as a clearance item with lower price. However it didn't have online purchase option, instead giving "find in store" option. I found the store where item is available, and realized the price was different. They said only the online items are sold with the clearance price. So I lost more than an hour driving for a misrepresented item. Then I called the customer service to notify them as a loyal customer that more people would do the same mistake since the real store price is not reflected and the advertised price is nowhere available. She arrogantly claimed there is no mistake; and said it's their general rule that store price and online price are different. Well then they should put a note there that the store price is different or tell what it is.
Reviewed June 22, 2014
I went on the internet to find which Target Store had the iPod touch. It showed that if I went to the one on Flatbush Ave, I could get because it was in stock. So I went to that Target and when I parked my car which I paid $2, they couldn't open the door because supposedly no one had the key. So we had to walk outside and around the block and then up the escalator. Then when I got to the Electronics dept I was told they didn't have any iPod touches. It's bad enough that I had to walk around to block to get in a store that I was at the door of and then they are so incompetent they can't open the door for people. They could have given me my $2 back when they can't even stop people from hacking into their computer. This is an outrage.
Reviewed June 19, 2014
I went in to see if they would price match Amazon on a BluRay copy of the latest Hobbit movie. The lady behind the counter and someone she talked to decided that they couldn't because of Amazon's "shipping policy". I bought the disc elsewhere.
Reviewed June 18, 2014
My overall experience with Target.com and customer service has been terrible. I placed an order on 5/26 and received a shipping notification on 5/27 that my order would be delivered between 5/27 and 6/5. On 5/28, I received a voice mail that I would get getting a phone call in the next 2 days to set up delivery. When that phone call never came I called. The message said to do if you don't receive a phone call and left 2 messages on the local delivery company's voice mail with no return call. On 6/5 when I didn't receive my order, I tracked the order on Targets site and was given a new delivery date between 6/5 to 6/10. I was never notified by Target of a delivery date change at all. I gave the order to 6/10 when I still had nothing and no update on Targets site or the home delivery company's site I called the delivery company. After being on hold for 40 minutes, I was told that the order is at their consolidation center waiting to be put on a truck and that they would put a rush on the order to have it put on the next truck, but they couldn't give me a delivery date.
With this being unacceptable I called Target. I spoke to one girl named Sandy and she said she couldn't help me since my delivery date was missed and sent me to another person who put me on hold to call the trucking company. She got back on the line and said the same thing as the trucking company that she was going to expedite the delivery but again couldn't give me a delivery date.
Then on 6/11, I received an email from Target asking me to rate my purchase which is funny since I never received my purchase! My husband then called Target customer service again, asked for a manager and was told there isn't one to take his call at that time. He left 2 messages for a manager with no return call. I called Target again on 6/14 and was told that my order was under investigation and that I was being transferred to a special unit. I spoke with a supervisor named Rebecca who called the trucking company and found out that the table was still in the NJ consolidation center waiting to be shipped. She told me the same this as the girl on 6/10 that she was going to have it expedited and that I would have an update Monday and I should have my table by the end of the week. She also told me she would follow up on the order herself.
Well it's now Wednesday 6/18, I still have no update and no table! This is completely unacceptable. I understand it is not a large order dollar wise but still I expect to have some kind of customer service and something done since Target has missed not 1 but 2 delivery dates and I still do not have an update or a delivery date. Target has the worse customer service, no respect for its customers or the money that is spent with their company. No commitment to their customers, nothing. Before this, I was a big Target shopper and supporter but after this mess I'm done!
Reviewed June 16, 2014
I ordered a large wicker sofa online and realized the Target checkout software changed my default shipping address to my father's address instead of my address (same as billing address). Five minutes after the order was placed, the Target agent on the phone not only couldn't alter the ship to address but also could not cancel the order, nor could I. I was told the ship to could be easily altered with the 'white glove' delivery service they use (Home Direct).
A day later, a Target rep had to intervene with Home Direct and the address was changed, I thought the rest would be easy. In short, Home Direct shipped my sofa to the original distribution center for the original wrong address, and everything I did could not get it out of limbo at the warehouse. I have been on the phone with countless people at both companies and neither could get the item to leave that warehouse, which is 200 miles from the correct warehouse for my local delivery. Not once did anyone email me back when they said they would and only once did I get a call back from a Target CS rep when they said they would (and that call back promised I was the highest priority possible and the promised update in 3 days was never completed). Home Direct was saying it was Target's fault for changing the delivery address without changing their waybill number. Target says that is not the case. I don't care who is right, I just want my item.
My dad picked up the sofa at the warehouse it was stuck in, since I have the item sitting on my credit card bill. He opened it and inventoried the parts and it was shipped WITHOUT the hardware packet. Another 3 calls to Target and they want me to ship the WHOLE SOFA back, only to go through this again to get another sofa with (hopefully) a proper hardware packet. I think this is unfair to the customer, to the environment and the stupidest request I have ever heard in my life. The hardware is 12 bolts and 12 washers and an allen wrench. Sofa weighs over 100 pounds.
Target- I am going to hold THIS sofa hostage until I get the hardware packet and dispute the charge with VISA in the meantime. This is the worst experience I have ever had in 40 years of buying stuff. I am never shopping at your stores again. I have records and names of most people I talked to.
Reviewed June 15, 2014
I had a HORRIBLE experience with "sean" #** in the telephone "customer service" department. Sean would not resolve my issue. Actually, Sean would not stop talking long enough to let me tell him what my issue was. He continually interrupted me and continued talking over me. When I asked to speak with a supervisor, Sean told me he has no supervisor with whom I may speak and there is no procedure by which I may escalate my issue. When I asked repeatedly to ask to a supervisor, Sean continually spoke over me repeating the same script and then hung up. This is from a purported "customer service supervisor." That treatment of a customer was shameful. This guy was borderline verbally abusive. This does not even address my issue.
My issue is that I paid extra for express delivery of an item. I have an email acknowledgement of my order reflecting this. Days later, I received a notice indicating that the delivery date would not be honored. In tracking my order in their system, it appears that TARGET failed to enter the order timely. I say this because the order data appearing in their system is LATER than the date on the email I received from Target acknowledging placement of my order. Target messed up and now the order is late. And "Sean" #** says it is impossible for Target to make it right. There is no possible procedure that can be done to get an order that is in their possession onto a truck that is in their control to honor a date that they promised, for which they received extra money from me to meet. It is impossible. He can't do it. I don't believe that. I think the proper word is "won't" not "can't."
This is a common item. I could have bought it anywhere. In fact, I did start buying it elsewhere. I purchased it from Target instead solely because of the promised delivery date, for which I paid EXTRA. And now they won't deliver. I have been a long-term customer of Target and have spent many thousands of dollars there over the years. They had a lot of business and customer goodwill from me. Both of those things are irreparably broken now. Because of the disrespect for my order and because of my bad treatment from "Sean." I will NEVER shop Target again. Believe me, there are plenty of alternatives.
Reviewed June 13, 2014
I purchased an Xbox game at target in Cicero IL for my nephew's birthday but didn't realize he had it already. When I go back to returns desk, the employee states that the game was opened. I tell her the game is not opened and is being returned in the same plastic wrapping. She opens the game and tells me no. I ask to speak to the gm and he said no because it was opened, when his employee opened it. I try to explain to him that she opened it but he refused to help. He told me to contact Target Corp. This is not fair. Someone please help!!!
Reviewed June 12, 2014
Well I have been a Target customer for about 6 years and I've always loved Target, so normally I will usually order packages every month or so (usually around 30-50 dollars). Recently I decided to order about 6 items that would cost about 100 dollars total. So I go through the online order process and it goes smoothly. I give them all the correct credit card numbers and all the required info, and I complete my order. The webpage says I should get my package in about two days. However, two day come and pass and then it turns into a week of not having my shipment - keep in mind I haven't got an email confirmation or a phone call to say my order shipped but there had been a bad storm recently so I thought they had been backed up with orders.
So I proceeded to make a quick call with a Target rep, who informed me that my package would come in 1-2 days; however 3 days pass and no package, no email, not even a phone call! I call Target again only to be rudely talked to, and told that not only that my order had been canceled a month earlier but I couldn't repurchase many of the items because they were out of stock but I also couldn't get my refund! This is a serious fault I'm Target and should be fixed. Long story short, I will never shop at Target again.
Reviewed June 9, 2014
Was 1 pmt behind - my bad but took care of it. They said I would need to make 2 pmts which would take care of this & next months. Did it, then they moved the pmt due date up 1 week. Thinking to pay the pmt on the usual date I was late again and they slapped another late fee. Would not take it off even though the previous rep said "oh don't worry". Liars! I went to pay what I had to to keep my AAA credit, so they managed to steal 35.00 from me. How many people do they do this to a month?
Reviewed June 7, 2014
They are the worst credit card and customer service rep. Ignore this store and card altogether. Macy's is excellent, even walmart is thousand times better. You order from target, things get delivered broken or they just don't get delivered, and when you contest to pay, they say we have sent it. They will not take any signature for delivery so that is nice to cheat customers. They will say they will adjust the dates of payment and will not adhere to it. They will not give employee id and so you have no proof whom you have spoken. All of them are worst than loan sharks. Please be very careful.
Reviewed June 6, 2014
Attempted to buy items for $360.00. They refused my check as I haven't written them a check for more than a year. I asked for audience with manager. She made a call and confirmed the decision with corporate. No way in hell I was using a credit card after the theft of their clients. I'm in the retail business and this policy is not tolerated without termination. I'm making a serious attempt to detour all my business assoc, friends, family and ALL media know about this apparent attempt to alienate consumers from Target as their corporate policies disallow any further business from all. I don't anticipate Target as a competitive market establishment as this is discrimination and I will continue to publicize the injustice.
Reviewed June 4, 2014
I purchased 3 items online. Tried to cancel in 30 min. Web page allows to go to cancel item section since they are not shipped yet but it really doesn't allow. Multiple calls, one call assuring me it is cancelled. If not, suggestion was refuse the delivery. Well, I got automatic e-mails that PART of the items are shipped on the next day or so. Called back again, at least please stop shipment of others. It is waste of resources even I refuse the delivery. Nope. Process has continued. All they can say refuse the order. What if I am not home. Put note on every possible place (that delivery person would see!!!!!) Did that. He told me others are cancelled. Nope...
Another process started. That one was different shipping company, I stopped before it is delivered. But it came until the city I live in. Seriously. How much energy is wasted. Suggestion, in case it is delivered, bring to the store. How about the delivery charge that I do not want to pay for the items I have cancelled after 30 min. I have purchased the item. Suggestion, "refuse the delivery" Ok. UPS? Can not refuse before it comes to my door...Seriously!!!! Talk about waste of energy. I did hold it, would wait 5 days to return to company. Other items of my one order are returned, I got message that I will get paid by the TARGET GIFT CARD.
Seriously!!!! Why would I want to lock and spend over $500 at Target after having such a experience. They do not have even GMO free products much. No grass fed cow milk and so on. I am told, if I would have returned to store, I would have got cash.. How about over $70 shipping cost for the order I have cancelled. Hmmm. Refuse the delivery!!!!! So no solution after back and forward communication with their guest services. Today, I got message, one of my item has been delivered. Huh???? The one I did not pick up after I turn item to hold at UPS. That will be returned to sender... Checked the tracking information. It is delivered all right, some where in Indianapolis... So, I have started a petition. What a company, what a online system in this century.
Reviewed May 31, 2014
I shopped today at Target on Cactus and Paradise Village, Parkway location in Paradise Valley. I walked there because I do not have a car. I bought groceries. The cashier never shut up to push about their red card. I said no. He forgot the bread that I paid and I came home. By 8 pm, I realized that the bread is not in the bags which I put all the bags in the fridge without looking inside them. I called the store and both manager and the guest service worker were no help. They wanted me walk there 8 pm, and get my bread. I said, "You should bring it because I do not have a car and I do not want to walk in the evening. I am tired and hungry."
NO. They are rude and willing no help. They insisted that I have to go get my bread. When I said that I will bring all tomorrow and never shop again in Target, which I am dead serious, the manager didn't even apologized that I felt that way. He said, "It's fine." They didn't even offer refund and the bread or any other courtesy option. Then I called the Target Corp. They are no help either. They just say sorry and filed complaint. Again I have to walk back there now or stay hungry tonight and tomorrow morning to go there which I will not buy anything from them again. So, I have to walk to another store which is 3 blocks away to buy bread and the other groceries.
Reviewed May 29, 2014
I made a payment for phone service with brightspot using my debit card on line. My account was charged three times for the payment. When I called brightspot, a supervisor informed me they would not refund my money due to a no refund policy. To this date, I have not been able to find any such policy published. I called back to find out what state they were located in to file a complaint, all of a sudden they couldn't hear me and had to disconnect.
Reviewed May 29, 2014
So, so disappointed with Target.com. I ordered a chair 2 weeks ago and according to the shipping directions it was to be delivered in 7-10 days. Wait, wait, wait - no chair. I call today, no answers. Then I get a email tonight, "please go on our website to approve delivery, you'll be receiving the chair approx. June 12, 2014." When I contacted Target they said that's too bad, want to wait because they can't do anything about it. They don't choose the shipping company by a person’s location, that's who they use for oversized items, and I'm out of luck. No, that's OK, you can just have it shipped back to you. Since I'm so remote you'll probably get the chair back faster than I would receive it in the first place. Wonder what would happen if I told my customer, "Um sorry your load won't be delivered for another week or so, you're just too remote for my trucks to reach you. I'll get it there when it's convenient and cost efficient." Don't think I'd be in business for long.
Reviewed May 27, 2014
Ordered swimming pool at end of season. They shipped two boxes received in mid August. Live in Ohio, no reason to open boxes. Open boxes this past week and they shipped two of same box. No pipes to build pool. Call customer service. First person named Shanetra tells me sorry for the error that they will call manufacturer and either get pipes shipped or refund and return pool. She was going to call me back Tuesday. No call Tuesday. I call them and now Sami tells me I can call Intex and order the parts. I spent over 1000.00 on pool that can't use because it's my responsibility to check it in the 90 day return policy.
Reviewed May 26, 2014
Our patio set we purchased, Glass Patio Table Top Exploded while we were sitting in the yard. For no reason it went into a million little shards of glass. Some got embedded into our hands as we were trying to clean it up. This is ridiculous. Our table was just over a year old. Nothing hit it. It just went bang and down it came. What an expense for us.
Reviewed May 22, 2014
I was denied a purchase of a folding table that is clearly advertised in this week's weekly ad stating the 6 ft white folding table 9.99 would be on sale for 6.99 along with a black folding chair - listed just as the rest in the ad, but I was informed by Target I was misreading the ad. This isn't the first time Target has claimed a misprint in their ads, and I'm done with Target, and now I understand why they're struggling. Doing business like that, you must expect some type of consequences.
Reviewed May 16, 2014
I am very tired of these rude cashiers who have acted as if they are paying for my bags. I have always worked and my husband too! However in 2009 we were forced to go on food stamps due to an on the job work related injury my husband suffered. He has finally got surgery Jan of 2014. We moved to this area around the same time and always have shopped here and these cashiers act as if the bags I receive for my groceries are coming out of their paycheck. They either overload my bags till they tear or try to shove items like cereal to the side as if I want to carry them to the house from the car w/out a bag. There is one cashier who has a huge mole on her face. She’s Filipina, or Asian. She had nerve to ask if I needed to purchase a bag for my groceries. When I said no she said," Oh you're cheap huh!" I've never been so insulted.
Then today she totally ignored me and tells the man in line behind me while ringing my items up “hello!” He says, “Those aren't mine.” She still acted as if I was not there and finished by throwing my receipt at me! It does no good to tell management they are just as rude. My husband misunderstood the pictured ad that was misleading and as you can see the item was not in the right place and was overcharged. The lady who claimed to be the manager was very rude and acted like the ad was not misleading and they still did not honor the price of the misplaced items. Clearly marked and in the wrong place. She acted like Target ads are not misleading when the majority of them are. I feel they discriminate against people who use food stamps and are wrong for doing so. I work in the same complex as this Target at another store, and would never consider giving such poor customer service.
Reviewed May 10, 2014
I ordered a movie off of Target and it said keep going back for corrections when I had everything right. Finally it worked but it really didn't. It sent me to the home page and I went back and it said thank you. I look at my email - no confirmations. No anything from Target. All it said was thank you in all caps so I don't know if I ordered. I thought maybe it didn't go through so I did it again. And I might have bought two of the same movies. I don't know yet. But I'm upset. I didn't even get a order number.
Reviewed May 6, 2014
My husband bought me a king size comforter set. After my first wash it shrunk & because it was after 90 days (who washes their comforter within 90 days of buying it) they came up with a lame excuse that they no longer sold the item. Furthermore after a dozen emails they refused to give me a gift card to buy a replacement, as my comforter was now too small for my bed. Then they suggested I mail out a letter to head office which cost me over $2.00 in stamps to see if they can help me, then the letter said they were NOT helping me, so I called the 1800 number on the letter & spoke to a supervisor that refused to reimburse me for my postage. I'm done with Target! I will NEVER buy anything from them again. I suggest no one shop there because they suck at customer service.
Reviewed May 6, 2014
I agreed to get a debit card from Target called the Redcard. Using their debit card entitles the cardholder to 5% off the entire purchase each time the card is used. While I enjoy getting the 5% off, what I don't like is the time it takes for that charge to post to my account. It takes 4 days for the transaction to deduct the funds from my account. In this day and age of technology, it makes no sense to me. Every other retail store I patronize, including fast food outlets, posts to my account real time. Target needs to rectify this situation or cardholders will continue to be compromised.
Reviewed May 2, 2014
My family and I were in the Huntsville West Super Target, 6275 University Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35806-1776 (256) 922-0189, on the evening of May 1, 2014 at around 9:30 pm. My daughter was trying on swimsuits so I stayed in the approx. area of the changing room, where at least I could see the Target employee sitting at the desk at the entrance to the changing room not necessarily everyone going into the changing room. My daughter left the area to retrieve a different swimsuit, while I remained in the changing room area waiting for her to return and try on the new swimsuit. While I was waiting, I saw a couple approach the changing room and talk to the Target employee at the desk. From my view point, I thought I had seen both the male and the female go into the dressing room. The Target employee was still sitting at the entrance like everything is okay.
As my wife and daughter approached the dressing room, I approached them and stopped them and in the presence of the Target employee told my wife that I was not positive, but I think there is a male in the dressing room. There was no reaction from the Target employee. My wife and I moved to where we could see all the way into the dressing room aisle, and I asked my wife to confirm if there was a man in the dressing room. My wife was able to confirm a male was in a dressing room with his female friend, and told the Target employee she needs to do something about it.
The employee knocked on door and asked the male to leave, in which the couple left the dressing room nonchalantly and then nonchalantly left the store. The employee went back to work like nothing went on. My wife finally found a manager and let him know of the situation, as I gathered the rest of my family. The manager said he would talk to the employee. We quickly paid and left the store. This may have been an isolated incident but everybody acted like this is either an everyday occurrence or they were in on it. What is Target going to do to address this situation?
Reviewed April 27, 2014
Target's customer service is horrible. I moved a year ago, and since that time I have made six orders on Target.com. Every order came to my current address except for the last order. I had received a Target Debit Card. When I went to my account, I entered the new card number, billing address, and shipping address (those two addresses are the same and are my current address). I then made an order and received the order to my current address. Two days later I made another order, and used the same debit card, but some how Target changed my shipping address/not my billing address (they want their money). It was late, and I remember looking at the order and seeing my current address on the order page, but I guess that was only the billing address.
Target shipped the items to my old address. Since the items were expensive and for my daughter's birthday, I was angry, but what was worse was that Target would not try to rectify the problem. They refused to open up a case with UPS, and since I was not the shipper, I could not do anything in regard to opening up a case with UPS. I was out 400 dollars and had no way of trying to resolve the problem. Target could contact UPS and ask them to check to see if the packages were still in front of my old address, but as I said, they refuse to do that.
Target claims that I switched the shipping address which is crazy. Target never asks you where to ship the item. You have to intentionally change the address. I just figured because I was using my Target debit card. They would use the shipping and billing addressed assigned to that card, plus I had already received five orders and had no problems. I cried the entire night. I am a poor single mom, and the present for my daughter was gardening boxes. She and I were going to make a garden. Now, I have nothing to give her. Shame on Target!
Reviewed April 16, 2014
While shopping in Target's produce department, I choose some sweet potatoes that I needed. When I got to the check out, the cashier asked me how many I had as Target charges vegetables and fruits "by the piece." No other store I've ever been in does this so I asked why. The manager stated that Target stores do not have scales so they charge for each piece. Boy, this is a great way to rip off the customer! I will never again shop for produce at Target and I suggest no one else should either.
Reviewed April 12, 2014
Today I had the WORST humiliating experience at Target Seakonk. I am a couponer and was told in the exact words of Target police officer/manager by the name of CHRIS, “Ok..... You’re done for today." I recorded our 10 minute conversation on my phone with every intention to call a lawyer or my local news so everyone can see how unfair and DISCRIMINATED against I was. I also called corporate to play it for them. When I asked CHRIS why, he said, "Because I can" and THEN said I was DONE for today and refused me to shop or let me buy anything else.
I said I was calling corporate, he laughed and showed me his name tag said, "Go ahead." Needless to say corporate told me part of the policy was they can decline or refuse coupons at their discretion and his comment to me when he saw my items was "This is extreme." I used -15 QP on 15 items all by the rules everything was free and it made him upset. He said I was being extreme????? I'm not stealing or doing anything wrong, and none should have that happen to them. It's bad enough people who don't coupon look to us couponers as weird and huff and puff behind us in line when all we try to do is save money.
So not only is he rude and discriminating but Target lets their employees treat people like that. Couponers know it's a job of countless hours and organizing so not being able to use our coupons is very upsetting because we are not stealing or using them incorrectly. Coupons are made to be used and that's what we should be able to do especially us not working and taking all our time finding the deals! Disgusted on how I was treated and still wasn't given an explanation to why I was shut off from the store????
Reviewed March 29, 2014
Long story short, ordered items online and items never received. Paid $215.69 for items that were delivered to the wrong address due to their error. When I called I Spoke with Kevin ** who assured me (on Wed.) that my money would be refunded on Friday but we had to wait because we had to wait for the delivery time frame to pass? It sort of made sense but sort of didn't. Okay, so some random person has my items and they could take them to the store today and return them but you can't refund my money today over the phone? I sort of understood and waited until Friday.
When I called on Friday, I was told that I could not speak with Kevin and there was no way to get in touch with him. So I asked to speak with a supervisor and after numerous attempts finally get someone and explained the situation; somehow got hung up on. Called back and got anther extremely rude superior who eventually told me sorry but it was my fault that THEY shipped the items to the wrong address and I should have read my email they send out with the address of where it's being shipped to. Okay???
Why would I read a confirmation email and check the address when the only address that's associated with my account is mine? She rudely stated, Sorry, this is the outcome and we will not do anything else for you." Really?? So you have my money and I have no merchandise. Basically, sounds like a scam to me and I am appalled that they could operate in this manner. I have been a loyal customer for many, many years and will no longer be shopping here. The customer should not feel like they did something wrong when it's their error and they should never be treated with the disrespect I was treated with. It's disgusting and I am really, really shocked. I have completely lost faith in Target. With Amazon and Bed, Bath and Beyond, who really needs them anyway!
Reviewed March 27, 2014
Book bag zipper broke two weeks after we received. Didn't return it because my kindergartener needed the book bag. Last week the other zipper broke. When I called Target Customer service and spoke to "Frank" which I know is an English name for someone in another country, he said he could do not anything for me because it was over 90 days. Meanwhile I had to go to Target to buy a new book bag on Saturday. I will NEVER purchase from Target.com again. Stick to Amazon. Their customer service is wonderful and they care about their customers. Shame on Target that I had to spend over $60 on two book bags!
Reviewed March 20, 2014
I ordered three items online from Target. When my package arrived, there were only two of the items I ordered, plus a third random item was included that I didn't order. The packing slip had the correct items listed on it. I called customer service and asked to have my credit card account credited for the item I did not receive. They almost did so, but when they found out that they sent me something else, they refused to credit my account until I shipped that item back to them! Basically, they stated they are holding my account credit hostage until I correct a mistake THEY MADE. If I had lied to them and told them I'd only received two of the three items they would have credited my account, but because I was honest they refuse to credit me. Given their recent credit scandal, you would think they would do all they can to retain customers.
I've received items I didn't order from other companies, very occasionally, and they always ASK to have them sent back, or tell me to keep them, but NEVER have they refused to credit my credit card for THEIR ERRORS. I asked to speak with a supervisor and he was equally unhelpful. So in order to receive credit on my card for their mistake, I have to to correct their mistake. Unbelievable.
Reviewed March 14, 2014
I went into Target with the intention of purchasing (4) $250 gift cards. The Visa website had listed the Target in Mesquite, TX as a vendor of gift cards up to $500. When I went into the store and asked an employee, they got the manager, who informed me that this particular Target only carried cards up to $100. I needed the cards, so I got (8) $100 gift cards and (4) $50 gift cards. When I went to check out, the cashier wouldn't take my Corporate Credit Card to pay for the cards. He said that the store doesn't allow credit cards to be used to purchase gift cards. I thought that was abnormal, but I said, okay that's store policy.
So I went to my accounting department and had a check cut for $1068 to Target (gift cards + loading cards). I grabbed the cards and proceeded to the counter to pay. The cashier then notified me that I could not purchase over $500 in gift cards at one time. She told me that I needed 2 checks of $534 and another person to get by this policy. I thought this was false, so she asked the manager and the store manager reinforced the suggestion.
I had a new set of checks produced, asked another employee to come with me, and we went to purchase the gift cards. When we went to check out the manager was called and notified me that it was not a $500 limit; it was a 5-card limit. He suggested that I print 3 checks and come with 2 other people to overcome the policy. I mentioned that another manager had already instructed me to come in with the checks and this manager said that the original manager was probably an "electronics member or someone from the pharmacy acting like the manager at the time." I needed the gift cards so I was determined to come back. I came the next day with 3 checks and 2 other people. When I get to the check out, they can only sell one set of cards. They then said that I couldn't even use 3 different checks: that I needed to come in on 3 different days. At this point I was frustrated. I got a refund and left the store with no gift cards.
Ordinarily, this wouldn't have been a problem if the store had been upfront with their policy. However, I called guest relations to file a complaint and they notified me that the store should have taken my corporate credit card initially. This is ridiculous. Bad policies, terrible management, and no structure. This store manager should be reprimanded and every sales person needs to be retrained on gift card policies. I will never shop in Target again, have shared my story within my company and will make sure others avoid this location completely.
Reviewed March 6, 2014
When I shop at Target I usually use coupons. I have always been treated terribly at the Target on 13731 W Bell Rd in Surprise, AZ. This particular evening while I’m getting ready to check out, the cashier calls management to inform them I had coupons. As she tells the story of a lady who sold fraudulent coupons and has been all over the news and now they have to be extra careful. I stand there wondering what did that have to do with me.
** store manager comes and says “I'm only going to allow you to use one coupon because it’s my choice and I choose to do so.” I inform him my sister was just in yesterday, I have the receipt, and she used her 4 as stated on the coupon. ** says loudly, “Well I’m making this decision and you can't use them.” When I inquired why and the whole front house is now looking and waiting he says, “Because per our policy I can choose who can use what coupons and that's what I'm going to do.” Extremely frustrated I left the store and here I am. The coupon is below. I have been harassed several times at this particular Target because I use coupons, which is something they are constantly encouraging and advertising for. So I decided this time I would not allow them to get away with it.
Reviewed Feb. 27, 2014
I went into the target store here in Glendale, AZ about 6 months ago and had an indie work an employee which resulted in me saying "screw you" as I walked out the door. Since then this employee Annie has called me an ** 5 or 6 times and then took it outside the target to another local business. Where I finally had enough and told her that was enough, to stop it. She went back to her store and told them I threatened her, getting me kicked out of the store. Target has lost my business. There is no way I am shopping at a store that would allow such a petty employee to out a loyal customer.
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2014
I wrote on this board over the summer after a less-than-satisfactory experience I had with super-slow shipping. The basis of my original complaint was the longer than usual shipping I experienced during a transaction that did NOT qualify for free shipping. I continue(d) to shop at Target and after time thought maybe it was just an "off week" for Target. I also thought about it more and it kind of made sense shipping may be slower when it's not part of the "free shipping" promotion(s). Target is a huge company that does so much business with UPS that they likely pay a lot of money up front to have their items shipped when Target offers it's customers "free shipping."
Fast forward to today...
I again placed an order online, which I have not done for quite some time. The total order was $70 for two items which are not sold in stores. As a part of an ongoing promotion, I received "free shipping" for this transaction. Now here's the problem: UPS no longer delivers to my address; they pass it off to the local post office for final delivery!! For years I have happily ordered from Target, and even set up a free My UPS account so I can forgo a delivery signature. I used to get emails from UPS telling me a shipment was on the way and an estimated delivery date. I would come home to find my distinct box with the bulls-eyes waiting for me at the door. For this most recent transaction, not only did I NOT receive any kind of "heads up" from UPS, which I have grown to appreciate tremendously, I got a card in my mailbox that I now have to go to my local post office for my package. (Now I realize why UPS did not send me a delivery notification).
I am sure everyone has a love-hate relationship with their local p.o. but mine it literally the slowest I have ever experienced in my 33 years of living. I now will be taking a half an hour, at least, out of my day tomorrow to stand in line and pick up a package that should have been delivered to my door. Target changed their shipping so I am once again hesitant to ever order from Target online again. Shopping online with them used to be such a breeze and now it has become, I'm very sad to say, kind of a pain. Boo Target!!!
Reviewed Feb. 17, 2014
unfortunately we not gonna return it. I said okay. Before I went to return the airbed I went around shopping. I had two cars full of shopping worth approximately $900 that I was going to pay in cash because the bank had called me and said do not use your credit card in Target because they steal credit cards and they closed my credit card because of the airbed that I bought online and now the bank is monitoring Target with employees stealing credit cards. So I said to the girl in customer service "you need to return my airbed otherwise I will leave the rest of my shopping that's worth $900 and I will walk out." She said "do whatever you want we do not care (this is a low life ghetto response for me)". I left the store leaving all the shopping behind. I will never ever go back again to Target, its not worth my time. I will go give my money somewhere else not in this lowlife ghettos employees.
Reviewed Feb. 7, 2014
I went to Enfield, CT from my home in MA just to buy an LG BP 330 bluray player; although I had a perfectly good one, I wanted to get Amazon Prime. I had to interrupt 2 employees chatting to ask if this player got Amazon Prime. He said, "Yes, you guessed it..... it doesn't." I am furious because I HAD TO GET MY SON TO CHANGE PLAYERS FOR ME TO SET UP THE NEW ONE. WHAT A WASTE OF HIS TIME.
Reviewed Feb. 2, 2014
Brightspot Mobile, more like a dirty spot or stain? More than two weeks ago, I went to Target in Towson, MD and purchased a Brightspot phone. I talked to the Brightspot rep and told him that I was interested in their phone but that I was concerned about keeping my existing number. I was assured that it would be no problem to have the number ported from Verizon and activated. However, after a week and a half, I am still without my phone number.
Verizon ported the number on the 21st of January and it is now January 31, and they still have not been able to help me. I have talked to customer service agents at Brightspot and they have continued to say that the number transfer department is working on this issue. No one is allowed to talk to the IT department to find out details about why they can't activate my number. I have also been told that it could take a long time further or that they have no idea how much longer this could take. Also that it would be a long time to have the number transferred to another carrier if I wanted to go back to Verizon. The consequences is a loss of business for me because I am self-employed and use this number for business. Also, it is a disruption of my personal life. Loss of income. Not what I expect from a partnership between two major companies in a modern age.
Reviewed Jan. 22, 2014
I stopped in at my local Target Anaheim Hills today. My whole family has been sick and I got behind on laundry. My son was out of pants and I decided to stop by Target to grab an outfit before school. We selected a shirt and pants and went to the dressing room to try it on/change into it. I went to the dressing room attendant with the tags and let her know he would be wearing the outfit out and I had the tags. She told me I'd have to go straight to the cash register and pay for it immediately. I told her I needed to pick up some other items and asked why? She told me it was policy and that she would have to call Security to escort me to the cash register. I told her that I didn't have time to wait for Security and that if they wanted to escort me to the cash register they could come find me and walked away. She then got on her walkie talkie and I was intercepted by another employee asking where I was going. I told her I was going to the cash register to pay, she told me she would walk me there. I told her to leave me alone and stop following me as I was headed for the cash register.
When I got to the cash register I asked to speak to a Manager. I shop several times a week at Target. We get our Rx, pick up groceries, toiletries, etc. and are often in the store several times a week. I told the Manager what happened and that I felt like I was being treated like a common criminal instead of a loyal, valued customer (who spends thousands of dollars a year in their store). She was extremely patronizing, saying it was their policy and that she was sorry, "you're having a bad day." She did not apologize for the poor judgment her employees showed in following me around and treating me like a criminal with my five year old son in tow over $15 worth of merchandise. There was no, "sorry you were treated that way, I'll address the problem" but sorry you're having a bad day...like I was just some grump with a silly complaint.
Reviewed Jan. 20, 2014
I am a long time customer at a local Target Store in Downtown, Minneapolis, Minnesota. There is a security guard that works there that I don't like at all. He is very rude to me and other customers as well. Anyways, I will cut to the chase. Last week on a Thursday I was on my way to Target from Caribou Coffee. I always grab a bite to eat from Caribou and then bring it with me to Target and their small cafe that they have. Anyways, the cafe has a 30-minute stay and I stay there no less than 5 min. Even if that, then this security guard comes over and taps on the table and tells me that this is becoming a habit. I have told him many of time that I don't stay very long. I was very upset and I couldn't take it anymore and complained about it to one of the store managers. They understood but it still feels that this will continue to happen regardless of my complaint. I feel like the security guard will touch me and detain me just because of what I do. What do you think I should do if he does touch me? For any reason at all? Sounds really stupid to me.
Reviewed Jan. 19, 2014
I waited for my Target bill as I did not have an account number to pay with and well, my last transaction was with my Visa card. I had to replace four different cards the past holiday season and well, I didn't feel half as embarrassed as I did being ridiculed and asked to get a police report and sign some affidavit for Target. The first guy was very pleasant then he transferred me to some Fraud or something department. I tried to explain to the lady how I had been in an out of hospitals for the past 7 months and well, things happen.
I didn't think Target would make it so stressful after I read all the people who had been violated privacy was and I had just received another email the day before yesterday with a big apology to Loyal customers etc. At any rate, I agreed to do the police report etc. I do think it is a waste of time but, I will because I have had enough of what all has been going on in my own life that Target just is not that serious to me. I feel they could be nicer for the 44 million people they have affected and that they would be kinder when you are simply trying to pay your bill of what you owe as well as fix the underlying stolen card problem. Regardless, I don't see myself being a loyal customer much longer. I will pay my card and drop them. I don't deserve this treatment with all the money I have spent over the years. Thanks for listening and good luck 44 plus million customers.
Reviewed Jan. 11, 2014
First time at this Target, Norridge, IL, Irving /Harlem plaza shopping mall. I finished shopping a few items, so I proceed to cashier no. 5. As I placed the items on the counter, I noticed this cashier woman's face very serious. She did not make eye contact or greet me. She seemed intimidating, but I still asked her for a divider to separate my items from my daughter's items. Instead of answering me, she moved her head side to side, meaning to say that she did not have one, but at the same time I noticed that she did not bother to look for any and did not bother to look at me and respond verbally.
Then, as she proceeded to mark the items and bag them, she was very rude by throwing my bags to the next counter, very fast, to the point that she knocked my bottle of water down on the floor. I said to her nicely, "You need to stop." She just looked at me, in a mean way, never apologized and continued throw the rest of the bags on to the counter very quickly. I bent down to pick my bottle of water. I felt like someone slapped me on the face. Totally disrespected, ignored. This was totally strange behavior, from this woman. I don't feel comfortable returning to this store!
Reviewed Jan. 11, 2014
I ordered two DVDs from Target.com that were in stock and available to ship. These were each a season of a TV show, so my total came to around $80. The total weight of the DVDs were far less than a pound, yet for some reason, expedited shipping for these two items was extremely expensive - over $20 to receive the DVDs in a few days, and over $30 to receive them in two days. I opted for the cheapest shipping option, which was supposed to take one week. It has now been well over 10 days, and I have yet to receive my product. Even worse, for some reason my order has been switched from UPS to USPS (I guess it's cheaper?) so I can't even track my shipment. I have no idea where my items are, or why they are taking so long to arrive. This is completely ridiculous, and I will be using Amazon.com from now on. Target has definitely lost a customer.
Reviewed Dec. 29, 2013
I purchased an Xbox One Dec. 26, 2013 in Emeryville, CA. The next day I went to Daly City, CA Serramonte Target to return it and was denied in the customer service dept. The manager very rudely stated that I had opened the box and they do not accept open video game consoles. I explained that the box had been on my trunk sealed since I purchased it, if it had been opened, it wasn't me. He then suggested I contact customer service or go back to where I purchased the console and walked away. I called the store where I purchased it and spoke with their manager. She informed me that this isn't a normal procedure and she didn't understand why they were giving me such a hard time but if I can bring it back she would gladly return or exchange for me.
I then tried to go back into the store to explain what the manager at the other store told me but the manager wouldn't come back to the customer service area. He stated that he was busy and can't help me. I immediately called customer service to file a complaint and was told to try another store which was within miles from that particular store. I went there and returned it with no problem. This was very humiliating and the manager was so unprofessional. I will never shop at that location ever.
Reviewed Dec. 29, 2013
Couple of Christmases ago, my wife bought me a portable cooler form Target. When we first used it a few months later to transport food for Easter dinner, we discovered that it wouldn't cool to a safe temp. Tried to return it, but Target stonewalled us. All the way to HQ level. I am still angry. The facts:
The cooler was purchased during December as a gift. First occasion to use it was the following April to transport food for Easter family dinner. On a hunch I tested it. Lowest temp that I could get was unsafe 50 degrees. Portable electric cooler (like my other one) is supposed to cool to 40 degrees lower than ambient. 75 minus 40 equals 35, not 50. FDA specifies that max cold food storage/temp is be 40 degrees. Target sold me what they represented to be a portable food cooler. The box label clearly describes it as a "Personal Fridge."
What is at issue here is the established legal principle of Implied Warranty of Merchantability which has no time limit and provides that "An implied warranty of merchantability is created when a merchant of goods sells those goods as being fit or the ordinary purpose for which such goods are intended." Target refused to take back the cooler and refund my money. The Implied Warranty of Merchantability has no time limit. Simple as that!
Reviewed Dec. 27, 2013
We found $80 on the floor at local Ward Pkwy. store Target. We looked around for any possible shopper who might have dropped it. There was no one near. We took the cash to the front desk. A woman took it and said it would go into a Target box. A week later, we asked if the money had been claimed. The same woman said she did not know and the money belonged to the store. We found the money. We should have kept it. We feel from the woman's behavior that she took it. If it was not claimed, it belonged to the finders, US! We will never trust Target or this woman again. And this store was where a couple of years back, a woman and man and maybe others were illegally picking up merchandise at the loading dock and taking it to one or two houses in Mo. We know good employees there, but in general, we do not feel this store is run honestly. Even pushing Red cards by giving bonus discounts not available with other cards is wrong. The Red card was not even protected well enough for the recent cyber robbery. The recent cyber robbery probably was an inside job, not in KC, but definitely in the USA.
Reviewed Dec. 26, 2013
I bought a bike. Tires were not aired up all the way. Had a few scratches near handle bars. Took bike home for son's birthday. Three days later I aired tires up. He tried to ride it. Wheel in front was bent. Took back to store. I was told that I had rode the bike and bent wheel because the tires were dirty. I told them I rolled it out and back in. They also said I scratched the bike. Managers gang up on me, my son was present. One person came in conversation. I asked who he was. He said manager. I told him a manager should introduce himself. He angered and called security. I left bike there. Very bad experience.
Reviewed Dec. 25, 2013
I placed an order on Dec. 17, 2013. I chose the seasonal shipping option that indicated guaranteed receipt of package by Dec. 24th, 2013. Package 1 of 2 was delivered on Dec. 23rd, 2013. I checked the tracking on the second package the evening of Dec. 24th and it indicated delivery would be Dec. 26, 2013. I called customer service and was told there was nothing they could do and I had to call USPS and deal with them. I then responded I shouldn't have to wait on the phone to deal with something that isn't my fault and Target should be responsible. The rep then hung up on me. I called back a second time. The second rep gave me same info but she offered a $15 compensation for the inconvenience. She claimed the computer system would only allow $15 maximum. I accepted it as there was nothing else I could do.
I am so upset because they were gifts for others that I ordered. Everything in retail was already closed by then and now I have no gifts for the people I had purchased for. What is very upsetting is that I didn't receive not one call, text, email, or any type of notification that my package was not going to be delivered on time. Now I feel like crap that I don't have gifts for certain people and I can't go get anything because it's Christmas. Everything is closed. How horrible to have this feeling. Target failed as a company to provide me with adequate customer service. $15 doesn't make me feel even a fraction better that 3 people will not have their gifts on time because there were too many deliveries.
My local post office failed to notify me they received my package at 11am on the 24th. I could have picked it up if I had known. Guaranteed delivery didn't happen nor did proper communication take place. I had to wait on the phone and be treated rudely for something that isn't my fault...... so what are they going to do to make up for this???
Reviewed Dec. 24, 2013
I bought a phone on Target.com. Once I received it, it was so difficult to figure out how to use. I called Target.com to refund. After 66 days, I am still waiting!!!! I talked to a supervisor tonight after 8 different phone calls to .com throughout the 66 days. The supervisor said because I did not want it (no, I can't figure out how to use and it's a joke of a phone supervisor said because it was not defective!) I would not receive the tax back. I paid for it and I would not be paid for the 2-year warranty I paid for! What, are you kidding me .com... So, if you want all!!! Your money back, lie!!! And tell them the product is defective! And then don't ever ever ever shop .com again and better yet, don't ever shop at Target... or they will steal money from you just as myself. You have been forewarned, buyer beware of buying anything from Target... You can return a used tube of lipstick or a used bottle of shampoo within 90 days because you didn't like it, but you can't return a new Panasonic telephone??? Okay, am I missing something here ... Nope, just a company who has no logic nor common sense! Do you really want to shop at a company like this? I surely hope not!
Reviewed Dec. 18, 2013
Today I tried to purchase two 18-packs of Keurig K-Cups that included a 5-dollar Target gift card when purchased together from the Target store on 12 Mile Rd in Michigan. When rung up, the price on one of them was wrong but I was told that I was wrong and would have to grab another box. When I went back to the aisle I confirmed that I was right and grabbed the sign detailing the sale. I took it back and was told by the cashier that I was still wrong so I requested a manager. The manager, Tina, was rude and dismissive despite me having the sale placard in my hand. She refused to look at it and told me I was wrong and would have to return my items.
I told her I would like to speak to her superior and she told me that there was no one in the store above her position that I could talk to. I went to the service desk, very upset, and inquired with the lady there who was very polite and helpful. She informed me that there was indeed a manager above the one I had talked to and called her to the desk. This second manager was dismissive and treated me like a child. She gave me a ratty five dollar bill from the register instead of a gift card and attempted to fix the price of the sale. She was unable to, despite being the highest ranking manager available in the store. She said she would have to void the entire sale and start over. She was obviously mystified by the register and since she was so unapologetic and disingenuous I became further upset and asked her to just refund my money so that I could get this experience behind me and take my money elsewhere.
Her attitude throughout the entire transaction struck me as incredibly rude for a person whose job it was to represent this company. She had absolutely no customer service skills and strained visibly to even show the slightest bit of concern for how her employees were treating me. Never did she apologize for the actions of those working under her despite the fact that I was very visibly upset. I have NEVER been treated like this ANYWHERE and it boggles my mind that it happened in such a corporate environment.
After she returned my money I started heading for the door but then realized that I had to give her a piece of my mind or I would spend the evening feeling as though a Target manager had just gotten away with basically insulting me. I came back to the service desk and asked her why I should ever return to the store and why she had made no attempt to reconcile my bad experience. She said that if I had just waited that she was getting around to that. Now I was even more insulted. I gave her every chance to apologize or show any concern at all for the experience I had in her store and was conceded nothing. So now she was lying to me and trying to turn the blame for my experience on me as the employees below her had tried to do. I can't believe that these are the people responsible for the flow of so much money. The nicest and most patient person in the place had seemingly no authority unfortunately. Someone should take a look into this store and figure out what the problem is. In terms of customer service, the place is ABHORRENT.
Reviewed Dec. 10, 2013
Horrible experience. They have offer like buy one get one free. But when they deliver the item, they just ship one. When you call them up, they say currently we are not able to see the offer. However we just can see one item in our cart. What about the promotion of the free one?
Reviewed Dec. 10, 2013
Ordered many Christmas gifts through target.com on Thanksgiving Day. Was given an estimated arrival date of Dec. 9th. After many phone conversations with Target customer service I kept getting numerous stories regarding my order. Long story short, my delivery date for the majority of the items was pushed to Dec. 18th - 20th but 2 items were delivered on Dec. 9th. I called again on Dec. 10th to make sure my other items were still going to be delivered in time for Christmas. This time I was told the rest of my order had been cancelled because they didn't have a delivery address. Um, you already delivered 2 out of the 10 items to me so how can they possibly say they didn't have a delivery address. The "manager" on the phone also gave me the option of going to the nearest Target store to re-purchase the iPod for full price, without the $50 gift card offer I had from the original purchase. I was a loyal Target shopper who used to spend at least $150 a week there between grocery and other purchases. I'll be taking my business elsewhere. Bought the iPod from Best Buy online and picked it up at the store a half hour later. Thank you Best Buy!
Reviewed Dec. 10, 2013
I was shipped the wrong color mixer - Target's mistake. The first customer rep had limited English skills. He told there was no alternative but to return the item, wait for the credit and they would send the right color out after that - it would not have arrived until well after Christmas. I had asked to let me reorder the mixer, I would pay for a second mixer and he said that was not possible. I asked to speak to a supervisor and was put on hold for 25 minutes, then cut off. I called again, got another person with limited English. She understood that I was asking to order a second mixer so allowed me to do it, although it took forever for her to even get my credit card number correct. She was supposed to give me expedited shipping and send a return receipt for the wrong mixer. She did not do this. Phone call 3, I asked for a supervisor, finally got a return receipt sent to me but he would do nothing about the shipping error. So, Target's mistake cost me about two and a half hours time, with having to ship back the item and phone calls and I still don't feel confident I will get the correct item in time for Christmas. Also...Why is Target using so many people answering phones that have limited English skills?
Reviewed Dec. 9, 2013
November 2013 marks the end of my 30-plus year relationship with Target, particularly Target.com. I recently placed an order for delivery to my home (which I have done several times this year) only to find out that somehow, they shipped it to a one-time address that I used over a year ago. When I discovered this error, I immediately contacted TARGET and UPS (the delivery service) since packages had not left the UPS facility yet. TARGET gave me a CANNED RESPONSE saying the shipment would be declined and THEN they would issue a refund.
UPS on the other hand was very helpful, and said that all TARGET needs to do is to request an intercept with them, and they would return all packages (3 total) to Target. This was DAY ONE of FIVE. IT ONLY DECLINED FROM THERE!!!! I COMMUNICATED WITH A TOTAL OF 6 TARGET REPRESENTATIVES (one of whom was a very FLIPPANT manager named ALLEN), and only when I threatened LEGAL ACTION did they finally do what UPS advised on DAY ONE. Unfortunately, 2 packages were already delivered to the address in another county to a person who no longer lives at that address. TARGET never offered any help at all, and would not even refund the amount for the "lost" packages. Worst customer service ever.
Reviewed Dec. 9, 2013
My family and I were in the Yulee, Florida store on a Sunday afternoon when my wife remembered she had to get her script filled. We were at Target so why not? My wife and I take medication for ADHD and since the escalating prices of rates, we dropped our insurance and just pay out of pocket. The medication we take everyday is not cheap and I have been going online to find Rx coupons for our medication to help with the cost. This is where the fun begins...
We live 10 miles north in Georgia and the script usually runs around $105 for 30 days supply with the GoodRx coupon (The same coupon that I used 1 month previous in Brunswick, Georgia Target). My wife went to pay for the medication and her total was $218! I about lost it and immediately went online and found the coupon. The Pharmacy tech took my cell phone and started punching it in to the computer. She said 2x that we were saving a bunch with the coupon! The pharmacist in charge returned from the Starbucks at the front and said that her regional pharmacy manager said they were no longer accepting coupons or discount cards for that group of medications.
Okay, this is where I started getting irritated. The GoodRx site SPECIFICALLY states that the Coupon is taken at Target stores with NO States not participating in the coupon. If the coupon was not allowed in Florida, How did the tech punch it in and see that we were able to get a discount? Why was the Pharmacist so unprofessional that she was having a heated discussion with the Tech so that we could hear every word and then had the audacity to yell my wife's name out loud and what her medication was???? REALLY?? It's needed everyday so we had to take it and the pharmacist rang us in with absolutely No Apology or concern for the mix up.
2 days later, I Googled the Target customer service line to see if there was a new rule and I also wanted to have a conversation with the Pharmacist's Supervisor about her behavior. I work in Hotel/Restaurant management so I expected a call from someone. I received an email from the Corporate office that started off with "We are sorry for your bad experience and Here at Target, we will make sure you leave 100% satisfied." The message at the bottom said to contact the store and let them deal with it??? I used to Love Target over places like Walmart because of their cleanliness and similar prices but I will never return and I promise you that I will never even attempt to purchase Tylenol in fear that IT WAS NOT ACTUALLY ON SALE, THE INTERNET LIED TO ME!
Reviewed Dec. 7, 2013
On Nov. 29, 2013 I purchased an Instyler Curling Tool from Target.com and when I received it on Dec. 6 it was the wrong item. It wasn't even a hair styling tool. It was a Wooden Olive Boat. When I called the 800 number listed on the Packing list, I was connected to someone not in the US and explained to her what had happened. She put me on hold to look into the order and then hung up on me. I called back, went through the whole story again and after putting me on hold to find out what my options were, she came back to me and told me that I had to go to the store with the wrong item and my packing list and show the manager and they would give me the right item.
The store in Lady Lake Florida was the only one that had them in stock. When I told her that I lived 1 1/2 hours away from that store and that was the reason I purchased this item online, she just kept telling me that was my only option. When I asked why THEY could not send me the correct item, she told me that was not possible. I asked to speak to a supervisor and she put me on hold. When she came back, she told me that SHE spoke to the supervisor and he told her the same option. I then asked to speak to the supervisor myself and the girl said she would try but could not guarantee he would be able to speak with me. I had never heard of this. When a customer has an issue, the manager should be the one to speak with the customer to resolve it and make it right, especially if they were the ones at fault.. After being put on hold for 5 minutes, she hung up on me.
I then called a local store in Ocala which is actually only an hour away from me and spoke to a very nice manager named Tori. She was just as confused as I was when I told her what had just happened. She said absolutely not. They should send me a return label and ship out the correct item to me. So since Ocala did not have the item in stock, she gave me the number to the corporate customer relation office. I called them and spoke with James. He informed me that I would have to get a return label issued for the Olive Boat and then reorder my Instyler. When I asked if it would be shipped in time for Christmas he said they do not guarantee shipping. I told him that was unacceptable and that they should send it to me either next day or at least make sure it was here before Christmas since this was a gift for my daughter, and that I originally ordered it in plenty of time and IT WAS THEIR FAULT that the item was wrong. He said that they could not do that. When I asked to speak to a manager or supervisor he said there was no one there above him and that when you call that number that's pretty much it.
So my only 2 options were to drive 3 hours round trip, waste MY gas and My time to go to the store to pick up the right item and/or wait for a return label, reorder the item and maybe get it in by Christmas but there would be no guarantee and they were not going to do anything else to help me out. UNBELIEVABLE!!!!! Worst Customer Service EVER. Their customer service is lousy. I've never dealt with such a useless bunch of people. I used to love Target, but now I will NEVER shop there again.
Reviewed Dec. 7, 2013
I think I am about to blow a gasket!! I purchased a majority of my Christmas gifts on Thanksgiving through Target.com. Over the last few days, I have been getting emails saying my order is going to be delayed and delayed and delayed. Tonight, I get an email saying my whole order (yes my whole order) has been cancelled and my money will be refunded... Why? Because they can't ship to my address??? WTF so I call and ask what the hell is going on. It is a glitch in their system, okay so can you reinstate my order?? Sorry all of the items you ordered are no longer available at that price but they offered me the items for full price!! I am so freaking angry... ARE YOU SERIOUS??
Reviewed Dec. 2, 2013
While checking out at this store, the Chicago Elston Target around 10:30pm, (10:34 on receipt) on Sun Dec 1st, not many registers open, maybe 3 (one with the light off, but still taking customers so that was confusing), so I went to the only open express check out. I didn't have a lot of items maybe 10. The girl at the cashier (#4) was chatting it up with a group of teens (that were ringing their purchases up individually) about a concert. She was talking more than she was working and I could clearly hear her conversation, and I saw her standing and talking as I am anxiously waiting.
As I am 7 months pregnant, in a hurry and really need to use the bathroom, I didn't appreciate that she chose to socialize while supposed to be working. There is a line, and she's chatting away. When she finally gets to me, I know she wasn't paying any attention because she put all of my items in 1 bag! Including a liter of orange juice, 3 glade candles, in glass, baby pacifier, lint brush, sweatpants, a lint brush, and 6 cups of cat food. I had to ask for more bags. The only thing she did correctly was ask for a gift receipt for the pacifiers, which I didn't need. Also, the bathrooms at this store are filthy, the toilets are never clean.
I have a 2nd complaint to write about my previous visit on 11/27, regarding the baby registry. I purchased something for my friend's registry, showed the cashier the bar code on my phone, he scanned it after he ran everything up, and it never registered online that it was purchased. Also he did not ask for a gift receipt I had to remember to ask. When I showed him the bar code on my phone in the first place, he looked confused about it actually. I feel bad for my friend, and I won't be doing my baby registry here. This was at the same store 11/27 at 11:06pm.
I would really recommend having a self-checkout like Jewel. I would rather bag things myself than have to deal with long lines and chatty cashiers. But I do prefer to bag myself. I would shop here more frequently if there were a self-checkout. So please, have these restrooms inspected. Usually almost every stall is too filthy to use, and the toilet bowls are never clean. Self-checkout, and teach the cashiers some manners and how to bag properly. And the lines are usually very bad here! Very, very, long lines. Thank you for reading my comments. First time I've ever left a review, but it was uncomfortable enough that I felt I should write to Target about.
Reviewed Dec. 1, 2013
Stopped in at my local Target (#1376 in Mobile, AL) to pick up a few items including a six pack of Sharps non-alcoholic beer. Upon checking out the cashier asked to see my driver's license. I'm obviously legal but pulled it out to show him anyway. He said I had to take it out of my wallet so he could scan the bar code. First I reminded him that my purchase was non-alcoholic, and secondly why would he need to put my personal info in their computer system? He said it was company policy and he was prompted by the register to do so. I told him I would not let him scan my ID into the system and asked for a manager. B*** said the same things the clerk did and that even though I'm of legal age (I'm 52), the register asked for it and he could not override company policy. When I told him that I did not want my personal info put into their system for all to view, he said, "well, we only enter the birth date." I have a hard time believing that but I'm not taking the chance anyway. State law only requires that they verify one's age.
No other business does this. They told me they do the same thing for cough syrup, or any product that has a tad of alcohol in it. Vanilla extract has more alcohol than "near beer". Maybe they want your ID for that too. Regardless, in this age of identity theft, I'm not allowing my driver's license to be scanned for thousands of Target employees to access. It's a ridiculous company policy and if they are going to have it, they should have the ability to override for customers that have an issue with it. Plain and simple, it's an invasion of privacy and I feel they have some ulterior motive for this practice. I can only guess what they may do with everyone's name, birth date, address, etc. Needless to say I was extremely frustrated with this un-American policy and got a refund for the other items and went to Publix to do my shopping.
I did get a phone number to call for an explanation, but based on what others are saying here, I doubt I get any satisfaction. What has happened to common sense in this country? Apparently, Target upper management does not trust their employees to make a simple, logical, decision. I have liked shopping at Target but will no longer do so. I, and my family are conservative Americans that believe in, and appreciate the freedom and rights that our great country provides. What Target is doing is the polar opposite of this. I'm informing my siblings and everyone I know about this so they can take their business elsewhere. I'm wondering how much money stupid stuff like this is costing Target and it's share holders? Unless they change this policy, they've lost a fair amount of business from my family. I wonder if anyone cares?
Reviewed Nov. 27, 2013
Encountered my 1st experience of discrimination at the Honolulu Target off of Lawehana street. A cashier at express checkout clearly rushed to turn off light while my husband and I were in front of cashier waiting. No explanation, no apologies,,,,,no eye contact! So we proceeded to next regular check out lane to wait in line with our less than 10 item purchase only to witness the express lane cashier turn on light for a (what I would consider) local customer. I am appalled and so incredibly disappointed! I believe the name on her badge was Manupua..... My husband proceeded to complain to management who seemed respectable but not as concerned as I would have expected! I've worked retail management for more than 10 years! This behavior is highly unacceptable and I have lost respect for target and its core values!
Reviewed Nov. 21, 2013
This Target has one of the worse customer service in Milwaukee. The cashiers are not trained well in customer relations and are often talking to other cashiers as they are checking out customers. Many of the cashiers are not trained in using/ringing up coupons as well. I went in and had a manufacturer's coupon for buy 1 get 1 shampoo. The cashier said, "It don't take it", translation, the coupon beeped, "But I'm not trained so I don't know that I'm supposed to put the amount in the register for the coupon to work." After I purchased it, I went to customer service center, cashier Marsheda. She read the coupon twice and didn't understand what Buy One Get One meant and kept arguing with me that it doesn't work for an item of $5 value, duh! The item value is less than $5.
All she kept saying was doesn't work (without trying anything) and can't accept the manufacturer's coupon. So I returned my purchase because the cashiers are INCOMPETENT of doing their jobs, they don't care about their customers or selling the products in their store and they are obviously only there to collect a paycheck. This is not the first time I've had issues with this Target. Once a cashier said I could only buy 4 (clearance) toothpastes because the rest are for other customers, I asked, "Is this a new policy?" He said yes. Liar. I HATE this Target and will drive 10 miles north to go to the one in Grafton because they have lanes open and they are better trained in customers using coupons without looking at you like you are a lower class citizen.
Reviewed Nov. 17, 2013
The micro switch on my Canon rebel camera broke... I was so relieved because of the warranty I had purchased and I have a baby and toddler so I'm always taking pictures. I was told from whomever I spoke to (I will always get a name from now on) that my camera was under warranty. I didn't have to send my camera back and I will get a cheque for the full amount I paid in 30-45 days. After a month and no cheque, I called back. They had no notes on my previous call and there's nothing they could do. I would have to send my camera in to get diagnosed and then send them the copy of it to see if it's covered under their warranty.
I did not keep my camera as it was unusable and I felt so taken care of with my Target warranty that I got rid of it... Thanks to the unskilled and uneducated people at the warranty center I am now out a $500 camera and there's nothing they can do for me. I am so upset, mad, disappointed. I am missing out on valuable picture taking time with my baby and daughter that is irreplaceable and it's all thanks to the misinformation at the Target warranty office. Do not buy the warranties from Target!!!
Reviewed Nov. 16, 2013
I wanted to share with you my recent Target experience at location at 2626 Colorado Blvd Los Angeles, CA. On October 30th, 2013 I purchased my very first Halloween items from Target - two masks and a full body costume a long with numerous additional Halloween items. While checking out with your cashier Nicholas, I specifically asked him, "May I return these costumes after Halloween if my husband doesn't want to wear them? "He stated "Yes, of course." He never mentioned the items needed to be returned by 10/31 (the next day).
I tried to return the items on 11/1 at your target location in Downtown Los Angeles, but they stated the return date of 10/31 was listed on the receipt for Halloween items. They suggested I go to the original store where the item was purchased to speak to a manager since the cashier misinformed me. I did not look at my receipt until I tried to return the item - you can imagine how frustrated I was. Once I arrived at the Eagle Rock location with my husband, I ran into the cashier who originally misinformed me on 10/31 of the store policy. I told him that I was unable to return my items as he had mentioned when I purchased them. He apologized and said he was a new employee.
I was directed to the returns department on the first floor were they sympathized with my situation greatly. The Target employee placed a call to Target corporate hoping to receive the approval code to return the items. After learning the employee was denied by the representative from the corporate office, my husband asked to speak to the gentleman on the phone, Matthew who provided a reference #.
My husband stated that the employee had entered into an oral contract with myself because he assured me the items could be returned after Halloween. He argued that such a contract could be enforced through justifiable reliance. However, Matthew was rude, and completely unsympathetic to our situation. He kept reciting store policy though the circumstances were very different since your trained cashier provided verbally incorrect store policy information.
I personally am very disappointed in the way we were treated and the outcome. I have been a loyal costumer of Target for many years and have considered no longer supporting your company based on this horrendous experience. I hope you can properly train all your new employees and post signs near the Halloween merchandise in the stores indicating the return policy. I was also very disappointed in the associate's ability to resolve matters appropriately. Repeating store policy is not the appropriate way to handle all customer complaints, since there are always exceptions - such as your own employee misinforming a customer. The issue is not the customer, but the lack of training for new employees. Target has terrible customer service. Shop at a department store that cares and addresses their customers fairly and makes exceptions, when appropriate. Worst customer service experience ever and I will never shop here again.
Reviewed Nov. 10, 2013
I HAVE HAD IT WITH THE MANAGEMENT AT THE TARGET STORE IN WADSWORTH, OH. They don't care at all about the customer experience. All they care about is if you have a Red Card. Well, I have a Red Card and you treat me like crap. The manager at this store doesn't care. For the third time tonight, I had to drive back to the store for groceries that were not put in my cart. Are you kidding me? And then I am expected to go back and re-shop. How ridiculous. How stupid. The clerk was chomping on gum like a cow. Totally unprofessional. Every dollar I Spend these days is thought out. Why would it be spent at a business that treats me badly??
Reviewed Nov. 10, 2013
After being issued by an associate at Target.com a return authorization for an item I bought at Target, I opted to go to my local store to process the refund rather than return the item via UPS. The local store, in South Portland, Maine, refused to honor my authorization form as issued Nov. 7, 2013 - the same day I went into the store to process the refund. Store personnel tried to brush me off and only after I persisted did they call 'guest services' on the phone. They were told by 'guest services' that the refund authorization was issued in error. If they wanted to deny me a refund because I have had the item longer than 90 days, then they should have denied me the return authorization.
Yes, I have had the item longer than 90 days but it is clear from its appearance that I never even opened the box in which it was crated. Again, if the issue was the 90-day window - sometimes exceptions are made as you know - then they should have denied me on that basis, if they wanted to be sticklers. But no, they authorized the return and then decided they did so in error. I am stunned that Target would treat a customer this way.
The store manager, 'Chris,' offered me a gift card but said he could not issue credit for the item to my credit card. He was clearly embarrassed that even he was treated shabbily by 'guest services' when he called in on the hotline for help. I was embarrassed not only for me, but for Chris, a gentleman whose hands were tied by some amorphous return policy that seems to have bedeviled Target.
I declined the gift card and left the store with my item, which I still have. I do not plan on going back to the store to go through this humiliation a second time. 'Guest services' is a misnomer. They have not treated me as a guest - far from it. Thank you for any help and counsel you can offer.
Reviewed Nov. 7, 2013
I want to share my experience with Target store #2520, located in Lewisville at Main (Highway 423/Josey Lane) and 121, as I tried to purchase giftcards and the store refused to sell me gift cards. On 11/07/13, I attempted to buy 500 $10 Google gift cards for my work and the transaction was refused and the store only wanted to sell me 4 units.
I got to the register and the cashier summoned ** over to ask about the quantity of cards I was attempting to purchase. She advised me that I could only purchase 4 cards. She gave me a lame excuse of Target being able to limit quantities and showed me the ad where it supposedly stated this. I informed her the cards are not in the ad. I also advised her that Target has a $5,000 daily limit regarding the purchase of gift cards and I just purchased $4,995 worth of iTunes cards the other day from the same store and had the receipt with me to prove it. She did not budge and again reinstated the alleged store policy. I asked to speak with the store manager and of course he/she was not in the store at the time. She summoned **, ETL Logistics, to the front lane. He came to the front lanes and covered her back and reiterated what she told me.
I remembered that the store manager was ** and asked to speak to him. I was informed he is no longer at the store. In complete disbelief, I called the 1-800 customer help line and spoke with a Guest Relations person who took about 30 minutes of my time to research and investigate my complaint. My complaint was finally escalated to a supervisor, who came on the phone and asked to speak with the store employee. He got on the phone and spoke with the Guest Relations supervisor and advised the supervisor that it was their store policy to limit the quantity to 4 units. Guest Relations got back on the phone with me and advised me they had to back up the store on this decision, even though their limit is $5,000 per day.
I left the store in complete disbelief and could not understand why the store did not want a $5,000 sale and went across the street to Walmart and purchased the cards with no problem. The Walmart store manager even came up and approved the transaction and asked me if I needed anymore cards in the future. He further advised me to let him know and he would be glad to special order the cards for me and make sure the store has the stock I need. This was quite the opposite of my experience with Target, who did not want the sale or value my business. I also purchased 33 $25 Walmart gift cards to give to the office employees for Thanksgiving to help with their Thanksgiving dinners. Another revenue source Target lost out to because of their crippled ways and our company employees will hopefully do their Thanksgiving shopping at Walmart and support Walmart since Target only wants to sell me 4 of any type of gift card.
The bottom line is Target does not want or care about your business, especially if you speak up and complain. The store can tell you whatever BS they want to tell you and Guest Relations will back them up even if means the store employee(s) are wrong or they lose a sale. My advice, take your business to Walmart as they want it and will do what it takes to make you a happy customer, just the opposite of Target, who does not care about you as a customer or value your business. I bet the Target shareholders will be upset if they read this post as I am posting this complaint to many social media outlets and am going to get the word out about Target's practices. I am escalating this complaint to Gregg Steinhafel, Target CEO, and his personal assistant Denise May. I will post an update to this post if I hear anything back from either of them.
Reviewed Nov. 6, 2013
I've applied several times for a position in the Target stores in Person and online and when I went back to check on my application to see if H.R. had received, felt a negative attitude from one who works in customer service. Now this happened at the Target store in Apple Valley at the Apple Valley Marketplace Center. They really need a better approach with the attitude of customer service. In-person and as well as over the telephone. Yes I understand there is a lot of competition for employment but they at least could have the courtesy to contact you, the applicant, in regards to the interest of employment at one of their locations. I feel very discriminated as well as being treated not fairly. The customer service could be and should be improved.
Reviewed Nov. 4, 2013
I ordered an eGift card to go to my son-in-law's cellular as a text and the system told me it would take up to four hours to make it to the recipient. Well, that was Saturday at noon and it is now Monday at 12:20 pm with no eCard. I had to call online customer service four times, in which they were not helpful at all and I could barely understand their English. When I asked to speak with the manager, the customer service representative came back to tell me that his supervisor said they manually resent the ecard and it would take another 24 hours to receive. I then had to demand to speak to the manager who was rude and not helpful at all. I would not advise anyone to do business with Target Online. The regular store is awesome; however, their online establishment needs a lot of work. They are very incompetent and they are not customer-oriented.
Reviewed Nov. 4, 2013
My cousin did a return for me because I was home with the kids and Ruben out of the Pacoima Target took the stuff I bought back and told him that he could not get a return and hand him my check... I know for a fact that it is Target's policy to keep our account safe but he took it upon himself to give my check back not to me and I know that is illegal to give someone's account to others. But when I check my account, the money was pulled out from my account so I ended up with no merchandise and no money in my account. I want to know what is going to happen with my money and my merchandise.
Reviewed Nov. 1, 2013
I love Target. I love shopping there. I’ve been a loyal customer for so long, but something happened yesterday at your Target location on 8101 Consumnes River Blvd Sacramento, California. I felt like literally I got cheated. I bought a stroller online, paid 99 dollars for it. Jogger stroller doesn't perform like used to. Bought with a TARGET GIFT CARD that was given for my baby shower. I was saving it for it. I must say that am a RED CREDIT CARD HOLDER. I always do my purchases with it on top that I save 5% why not and I also get additional 30 days for returns.
My question is if I had the receipt (expired) for it is cleared state it that I have paid 93 dollars for, why was I only refund 73 dollars towards my new stroller even if I have a expired receipt? I spoke to the manager. She told me that basically I lost 20 dollars because I used my gift card? Is that right? Am not so sure I have read your policies about using Target gift cards but it doesn't mention on losing money if you are retuning it with a expired receipt. I felt like TARGET CHEATED ME WITH 20 DOLLARS. VERY DISAPPOINTED. I hope you look into this matter.. For me I won't be buying Target gift cards for Xmas. I don't want my love ones go through the same thing I did.. I still believe in Target. I will continue shopping there because I love your store. ;)
Reviewed Nov. 1, 2013
I pre-ordered the highly sought after Xbox One Day One edition back in June. I placed the order and used our Target card to save 5%. There were several emails detailing the order, an updated shipping window, etc. On a whim, I checked the status a few days ago to find out it was cancelled. I called customer service to find out why it was cancelled with no notice and they told me it had been cancelled a month prior. I was never notified, I was never given an option to change the payment method. Nothing.
Now this item is impossible to find and what was going to be a nice Christmas gift just went out the window. I emailed their feedback and was essentially just told "Thank you for the feedback." No offer to try and make things right at all. I've already filed a complaint with the BBB and am awaiting an answer. I won't patronize Target anymore after this. Not only do they lose the $500 sale, but they lose any other sales they might have had from me, which is many, as we have a store literally right down the road. Bad form Target. Poor communication and poor treatment of a loyal customer.
Reviewed Oct. 30, 2013
I returned a child's bike carrier to Target the day after I bought it and I got my refund but the lady at the courtesy desk shamed me by telling me that the item couldn't be resold for safety reasons because the box had been opened. I went in the store a few days later and there it was for sale back on the shelf. I don't understand what was gained by lying to me and making me feel like I was stealing from Target.
I returned the box sealed back up and you couldn't tell that it was ever opened. I guess I could have lied and told them I never opened the box. When I walk around the store I see tons of returned merchandise with boxes ripped open and used merchandise in them. The customer in front of me at the courtesy counter was returning a computer ink cartridge that had been used and sealed back up in the original box. She was very believable and the clerk believed her and refunded her money. Incredible that someone returned a used ink cartridge and then Target turned around and resold it. Buyer beware shopping at Target. The merchandise is shoddy and you will be extremely lucky if you get a refund. I learned my lesson about shopping at Target. Never again.
Reviewed Oct. 25, 2013
I have a severe medical condition and was put on a 6 month leave of work by my physician. I have no disability or income for the 6 months and I also have a 12 year old daughter and mortgage. I tried at least 6 times to explain this to Target and ask for a hold of some sort on my credit bill for this emergency and they have harassed and threatened me each and every time. They continue to call early in the morning until late at night. My daughter and I are going through a frightening experience without these additional phone calls. My other creditors have all been understanding. Everyone of them has been helpful except Target!! I think it is outrageous. My bill is not huge except for all of the interest and fees that are being applied now. I will never shop there again!!!
Reviewed Oct. 23, 2013
I ordered two items on Target.com, went to complete the transaction and was told it could not be completed by the system. The order did not go through and I did not get a confirmation. I then went to my PayPal account to see if it went through and the charge was there. I called customer service who was very rude and impatient with me. She then told me to try to complete the order and it would not charge me twice, guess what? He did! There were two charges, one for a complete order and one for an order that they say they could not see or did not go through on their end.
My question to them is then why is the charge showing up on my account. They claim it was PayPal's fault and PayPal says it's their fault. Blah, blah, blah... Target.com is a rip off. They have terrible customer service and I advise no one to shop here. I am still waiting for the additional charge to drop off. The customer service reps are not helpful and extremely rude. Shop elsewhere.
Reviewed Oct. 22, 2013
While checking out the Target counter the cashier made a comment that the panties I was buying could be used as a parachute to jump off a cliff. I'm highly offended and will not spend another dime at Target. I honestly wanted to cry. How inappropriate. I felt so bad I didn't even get the panties.
Reviewed Oct. 22, 2013
I ordered 230.00 worth of merchandise I never received. I talked to a Target representative and they told me I was going to receive my money in 7 to 10 business days. 15 days after I had never received my items then they told UPS said they delivered the items and left it on the porch but I never received anything. There's nothing I can do about this situation and I lose out on 230.00.
Reviewed Oct. 21, 2013
At the end of August 2013, I shopped at Target for return to school clothing for my three grandchildren. I purchased Cherokee brand schools for all three in the shoe dept. buying the exact shoe for the two boys in their respective sizes. The little girl, who is a kindergarten students shoes, were Cherokee as well along with tights and a sweater. It is now October 21, 2013 and all of the items I purchased have begun to fall apart. The sweater has been washed once and the whole underarm has come apart, the tights have holes in one leg, and all three pairs of shoes have had the covering start to peel off before our eyes. I no longer have the receipts for these items, they fit and I never dreamed they would fall apart this quickly! Knowing I would receive no satisfaction by going to the store for a refund without a receipt, I thought I could find someone to at least listen to me at a customer service phone line.
Five attempts later, I got a live person who clearly wasn't from the US. After asking several times if she was in Customer Relations and being assured that she was, I briefly told her why I was calling. She mumbled something about writing everything down and then hung up, without another word. I called a local store where they put me through to a young man who was supposed to be part of their management team. He explained to me that Cherokee was not one of their brands but was a brand they sold. He gave me a number for Customer Relations that I had requested and then suggested if that call didn't work that I should contact Cherokee. He then assured me that he was there for me if I had any other questions or concerns.
I called the number he gave me, only to go through the same runaround as before, and found this site. My objective was to make Target aware that they were selling junk, and that they were so insulated that the buying public was unable to contact them. I expected no money back, didn't ask for replacement goods, but I did expect an apology for lousy business dealings, and not one person that I spoke with offered anything resembling an "I AM SORRY that happened to you." I will seriously consider the item before I make another purchase at Target, and if I'm asked, I will be more than willing to share my regrets at having going there in the first place.
Reviewed Oct. 21, 2013
I shop in the Target store in Greensburg, PA and on several occasions, I have been followed by an employee named "EMMA". She looks at me funny and even has gone to the dressing room and pointed me out, as if I am going to steal something. I also have noticed other employees following me around and asking me if I need help!! You know if you need help, they never come!! I went into the rest room one day and this EMMA came in after I left. WEIRD. Was she looking for something??? One day, I got so mad I approached her and ask her not to follow me around the store. She did look a little surprised by my attitude. If I was going to steal something, I am not going to make contact with you, EMMA!!! They are very rude, no personality and they have a "who cares attitude in this store". I didn't bother to complain. It would have done NO JUSTICE. I have a red Target charge card and it's being paid off as we speak.
Reviewed Oct. 19, 2013
I originally had Target insurance for my iPod Touch and I wanted to replace it. I called Target electronics to see what I could do. My iPod lagged a lot and they told me to send it in. They paid for shipping, so I thought my gift card would come. It took my iPod 1 week to get there but it took my gift card 1 month to get! And worst of all, it was half the amount they said they'd give me. I asked for a refund and they said no because my item is used. NEVER GET TARGET INSURANCE!!!!!!
Reviewed Oct. 18, 2013
I rarely write negative reviews, but what Target did to us today is inexcusable. We pre-ordered the PS4 since it is in high demand. We worry about not getting it for Christmas. We selected Target because we thought we could trust their professionalism and logistics. Today, we got an e-mail telling us the order was canceled, 45 days after we placed the order, without any explanation. We called Target to get this resolved but they were clear: "Sorry, can't do anything about it". Thus the single Christmas gift that my daughter asked for will not be there. The only gift. She did not ask for anything else, just the PS4. Shame on you, Target.
Reviewed Oct. 13, 2013
I bought an IPOD touch 4th generation last year for my daughter. When I bought it, the salesman talked me into the extended 2-year warranty that was supposed to cover anything. He basically told me if I could bring the phone in, it could be replaced. So I bought it! Almost a year later, the screen went white. I called up the warranty and they told me to go through the Apple manufacturer's warranty first, so I did. They said there was water damage to it. Meanwhile, a service representative from Target had called me and informed me that they had sold me the wrong warranty and the one I needed was cheaper and they would send me a check for the difference.
At no point did she say the coverage would change. So when I called back because Apple would not fix it, Target tells me that water damage is not covered and basically I am out of luck, but there would be a check to cover the difference in the warranty I paid for and the one I was supposed to have and I should use it to buy a new one. Well, the 30.00 difference is not enough to cover the 199.00 I paid for it. So I will never and I mean never shop at Target again and will tell everyone I know to avoid their scam....
Reviewed Oct. 9, 2013
Purchased audio cabinet, order# ** on 9/3/13. Received the product about a week later. Did a visual inspection and found the base of the unit was damaged. Called the number that was provided for a replacement part with the hopes of a response within 24 hrs. Never received a call back at all. My wife went to Target, the store, to get a return label. Shipped back the product by UPS and called every other day to make sure the package was received. On Sept. 26th, they said they received the product and processed the order and our would be return or money within 7 to 10 business days. Called again today, 10.9.13, and finally spoke with supposedly the manager named "Frank" who refused to give his last name. He said it had not been processed yet and would have to wait another 7 to 10 days. I asked to speak to his boss, he said he didn't have one. He was very arrogant and curt. He then hung up on me. With no knowledge of when my money will be returned. Haven't gotten the real story from day one.
Reviewed Oct. 5, 2013
I mistakenly ordered a pair of sneakers in the wrong size so I canceled the order right away, but guess what? You can't cancel an item. I got this message instead: "You do not have authority to view this order." So I tried their customer service chat and that guy was not helpful at all:
Me: So, can you do that? Cancel the order, I mean.
Target: I'm sorry I'm unable to cancel your order once it has been submitted to our warehouse for processing. I'm unable to cancel the order. You can refuse the order upon delivery or return the item back to us.
Me: So, let me understand, I have the option to cancel right from the website but it's not really canceled and I have to pay anyways and return it later?
Target: Once you submit the order, you've a few minutes time to cancel the order.
Me: I canceled not five minutes after ordering it. Can you at least change the delivery to store then, so I can return it right away?
(I was really trying to be accommodating. It was my mistake after all.)
Target: I can understand how disappointed you are, but we're unable to do any modification in your order, once the order is submitted.
Me: So you can't help at all.
Target: I'd like to inform you that I can request a cancellation for your order.
(Now this next part is interesting.)
Target: There was a request to cancel this order, which was sent to our shipping partner. But we haven't received a confirmation from them.
(So, unless I'm reading wrong, I did cancel the order, but they didn't receive a confirmation, right?)
Target: Can I request for cancellation for this order?
(This would be another request, since there was one already but they didn't have a confirmation.)
Me: Yes, please!
Target: Please give me a moment, while I request for cancellation and give you the confirmation.
Target: I'm sorry to inform you that the request for cancellation is not allowed in current order status. I'm unable to cancel your order.
Target: Your order has been created and submitted to our warehouse for processing.
Me: And they have my cancellation request for which you don't have a confirmation, right?
Target: I tried to request for cancellation, but I'm not able to request.
Me: You wrote, "There was a request to cancel this order, which was sent to our shipping partner. But we haven't received a confirmation from them."
Target: I was unable to request a cancellation for your order and it's not sent to our shipping partner.
Me: That was not what you said, but ok. I'll refuse the order.
Me: The canceling option in the site doesn't work, it shouldn't even be there.
Target: We know you've come to expect great guest service from Target and Target.com and I'm sorry for the disappointment.
I have screen shots of the chat and I was going to post them in their Facebook page, but I called customer service and 5 minutes later, the order was canceled. At least, I hope so! I think its absolutely ridiculous to offer the option to cancel and/or edit orders in their website when in truth you can't cancel or edit anything at all. If I had waited 2-3 days to cancel, I would understand, but 5 minutes?
Reviewed Oct. 5, 2013
72 hours, I purchased a gift card and gifted it to my sister. Today, we walk in and get rejected at the register because the card was not valid and they could not assist us at the register. Issue starting at 8:39 pm. Humiliated, I step aside and quickly call. Unfortunately, the rep doesn't speak or comprehend English well and gets an attitude while I explain my situation. Then he goes on indicating my money is basically lost in cyberspace and he wasn't able to do anything. I asked for a transfer. Then he insist for me to give my cell phone to someone that works at the store I'm at. Again embarrassed, I did. Then the rep says she can't do anything for us since it's corporate and they are just a store.
I get back on the phone aggressively asking for a manager. He had the nerve to say that his manager isn't taking calls. As I got louder, he said, "He's not going to take your call" and hung up on me! I ask for a store manager as now there is a scene... Little do I know the manager is watching this the entire time while he's hanging out with the security at the exit. Speaking to a manager, I asked if he can simply put some things on hold since no one can do anything. He said sure but overnight staff is going to restock it so tomorrow there is no certainty. At this point, I'm fuming. It's 10:05 and we are getting kicked out.
Someone "higher" in position comes (also hanging out with the security) to the counter with wrinkled clothes, bad posture and a wtf face and attitude. He simply said, "Yah, sure, out it on the side! Have a good night and good luck." We are literally kicked out. Another 30 minutes in the phone and all I get is a "case number" to call tomorrow! I shop at Target weekly and this is by far the worst service. Just because someone passes a drug test doesn't exactly mean they are qualified for employment.
Reviewed Sept. 4, 2013
I ordered an above ground pool on 8/1/2013. Website said delivery date would be between 8/8-8/13. The delivery date was very important! They waited a whole week to let me know the order was "delayed" and wouldn't arrive until the 20th-22nd. I immediately called and cancelled the order on the 7th, and then got an email later that day that my order had "shipped". I use quotes because the order did not actually ship, according to UPS, until the 19th.
However, the entire time their customer service insisted the package was en route with UPS and would arrive on the 20th-22nd. My only option would be to refuse the package when it gets here and wait for a refund. It didn't end up arriving until the 26th. Unbelievable. When I called and asked them "Where, 'exactly', is my order right now," they insisted UPS had it, which is not true because there was no shipping information until the 19th. Now the package has finally made it back to them and I have to wait two weeks for a refund.
Every time I called customer service, they just lied about the package shipping and the delivery date. Look at other reviews - this seems par for the course. Claim a delivery date, then keep delaying, deliver it even later, and hold the customer's money for 1-2 months. Will absolutely never, ever order from Target.com again.
Reviewed Aug. 30, 2013
I've never had a problem with any other Target store in over 20 years of shopping at Target stores except this one. The Super Target in Apple Valley on HWY 18 is great. However, the regular Target store by Jess Ranch lacks major customer service. The lady in the makeup section was very unhelpful, and told us rudely to "Just go check with the pharmacy." The pharmacy asked if we asked the lady in that section. I just said forget it and got the product at another Target, which was way more helpful. This Target store needs work on their customer service skills.
The time before last when an elderly couple had problems using their ATM card, I had to wait with my daughter for well over a half hour, while over 25 customers at other registers went ahead. I counted. No other register said, "Oh I'll take you," since there was a problem with the customer ahead of us. The lady at the register did not bother taking us ahead or asking another rep at another register to help us like other Targets would do. Meanwhile, even though I may look young and my daughter looks younger (yet she is an adult), my daughter's major health problem was unexpectedly affecting her while we waited, but since we look young they just left us waiting for over a half hour.
Additionally, the last time I went there was the 5th time their sale prices kept ringing up as full price. So, I took a picture of the sales prices and showed the cashier. I've never had to do this before, but I had a feeling this was going to happen again. The cashier did not believe me even though she looked at my cell pictures twice, which showed the products and the big red Target sales prices and tags below them. She didn't believe me? I've never had to go to such extremes at any other Target before, and at other Target locations, they would just correct the matter right away without a picture of course. She made my daughter and I wait over a half hour and took other customers ahead of us.
I waited again while my daughter was almost passing out due to her health problem. Lucky, the ambulance didn't have to come because her condition is life-threatening. Then, the rep acted like it was our fault they did not honor their listed sale prices plain as day in their store. She made us wait there and look like delinquent idiots while she assisted/took several customers ahead of us. My daughter and I may look younger and very healthy, but we are not. The rep even acted like she was doing me a favor when she verified that they put the wrong sale price tag on the wrong product, but would give me the sale price this time.
I'm sorry, but how am I supposed to know they put their sale price on the wrong product of theirs? That was one hundred percent their error. I worked with Legal for over 17 years for a major corporation, and I do not appreciate this poor, unprofessional service. This Target lists sale prices and then scams customers and rings up their products full price, and then the rep treats us rudely and makes us look like we are wrong? It's not necessarily the price that matters to me, but it is the principle of the matter and the service that matters. Again, this was the 5th visit that this type of scenario happened to us. So, I will never shop at this Target location again.
Reviewed Aug. 29, 2013
Went to Target to get a few items, along w/ use of some coupons. Wanted to buy 3 Gillette shave cream (from the travel section) which were 97 cents each. Had $1/off 1 and $3/off 2 "Gillette cartridge, razor, shave prep or skin" coupons (also no size exclusions on coupon). Cashier flat out refused stating cannot use on travel size, called over a "Mgr" who scrutinized the coupons & items and states, "It is Target's policy to not take coupons on travel size. Told the mgr that is not the policy because I am familiar with it. Took my coupons, did not get the item and left. Pulled up Target coupon policy on iPhone and back in, went to CS desk. Complained about coupons not being accepted. 2-3 staff were there one stating a new coupon policy, tried to call someone else over, no help. Advised need to go with the "mgr's" decision.
Policy does not exclude travel size, and states if item less than coupon value - coupon will be adjusted down. Which is fine... I wasn't expecting money back, just wanted the free item. What is the big deal???... They get reimbursed from the manufacturer and as long as coupon is being used correctly, not expired, etc ... it should be redeemed. Target employees are so rude, and very uninformed about coupon usage. I have been doing coupons for years and know them in/out, and do not misuse them. Shame on you, Target. Sometimes it is just better to go to Walmart to use coupons... They give overage towards other items in your cart. Having 2nd thoughts about giving Target any of my business. Complained to Corporate....but how far does that go?? Do they really address the specific store/employees/issue? Doubt it>>>>>
Reviewed Aug. 20, 2013
I ordered some shoes for my daughter for school online. I placed my order on 8/11 and it gave me an approximate delivery date of 8/15 to 8/20. I received an email on 8/17/2013 indicating that my package had been delivered to my home. I checked my mail packages, mail receipt, etc and nothing. The package was shipped via UPS and they then delivered it to the post office (ridiculous). I checked the UPS website and they indicated it was delivered to the post office, I then checked the post office website and they indicated it was delivered to me. I called USPS spoke with an young lady who stated would have to enter an escalation to research my missing package and I should hear something in 24 hours, so I waited 24 hrs and nothing.
So I decided to call Target to inquire about my package hoping they could provide more detail. Initially the young lady said, "I see your package was delivered on 8/17/2013". I kindly informed her that I didn't receive it. She placed me on hold to research the issue and came back to me and said, "we have to wait 10 business days for USPS to deliver your package because that is their policy." She further went on to tell me what their policy was regarding the postal service and she could place a complaint on their website. What good does this do for me?? I then requested to speak to a supervisor, he was just as belligerent as she was and basically told me I have to wait for almost 4 weeks to receive my package before they could reorder or issue a refund. A simple "let us investigate this for you to verify the status of your package" would have been sufficient. I am a manager in customer service and I understand what good service is and this ABSOLUTELY was not. I will never again order any items from them online or in store. Just ridiculous!!
Reviewed Aug. 14, 2013
I am still fuming, and shaking after last night's experience.
I sit and cut the coupons, as we are family of 4 with one salary. Last night I went to Target in Hackensack, NJ with about 15 coupons, carefully checked and organized. The young cashier went through about 7 coupons, when the manager "Anthony" (wouldn't give me his last name, said: "I am the only Anthony here"), approached: " Whoa, that's a lot of coupons", took them from the cashier, and started interrogation of an hour. I understand he has to check and that is his job to do it, but his attitude! He told me that I can't match manufactured coupon with the Target coupon, so I reminded him of Target coupon policy, and than he suddenly remembered.
I had two Target coupons for Almond milk, and two for Nivea lotion. He let me use only one per each item, which, even though I don't like, I understand. But his attitude, aside for holding up the whole store, and people looking angrily at me, made me look like a criminal! He made me pull out every product to match it again and again with coupons. He wouldn't approve the Bic raisers, as I had staked coupons that were more than the actual price of the item, and "I can't have it for free", as he said.
I explained that there are web pages out there that tell us how to do that, and that many people do it, so he can't tell me I cannot do it, because it is totally okay with their policy. At that point he has steaming, and I was ready to throw it all, and leave. Was afraid to look at the big line behind me, and all the angry looks of the customers! By last three coupons, I just started giving him back the items, telling them to take them off, I don't want them, I am sorry I came to Target, and they won't see me there soon again, as they just lost a customer. Horrible experience!!!
Reviewed Aug. 11, 2013
Was recently at the local Target store with my family doing some back-to-school shopping for my daughter. All was normal while at the store, until we started making our way to the cashiers. I noticed that two police officers entered the store and I got the impression that they might have been called in by the store by the manager(s). They looked like they were looking for suspicious activity (shoplifting, etc..). When they passed me, they pretended not to be looking in my direction, but they appeared to be looking at me from the corner of their eyes. I was also getting the uncomfortable feeling that I was being watch suspiciously by the cashier, fellow store employees and to what I assume to be one or more of the store's managers.
I got a bit agitated about how their consistent glaring was making me feel. I even got into a bit of an argument with my wife - right there at the checkout counter. We continue to argue until we got into our car and drove off. Then, I noticed that the two police officers exited the store as we were leaving the parking lot. It could've been pure coincidence and overreacting on my part, or perhaps there may have been some sort of truth as to how I perceived the events that I noticed.
I felt that my night (and possible the rest of my weekend) was ruined. I was planning to complain to their home office, but I don't think that my complaint had any substantial weight or probable cause to pursue it any further. Nonetheless, the incident made me incredible upset and angry. I don't plan to accompany my wife there again, until they restaff their personnel... which from the previous complaints posted here, I seriously doubt that they will.
Reviewed July 29, 2013
I placed an order online, with my new shipping address in Houston. The target system malfunctioned and picked up an old shipping address of mine in Oklahoma. When I got the UPS shipment notification, and noticed the error, I called Target immediately, to notify them of the error. I was told they could not make any changes again. I made them understand politely that this was their error from the online system, but they failed to make any changes. I called UPS myself, and I was told by UPS that they could make the changes, but it has to be authorized by the shipper itself - Target.
I called Target back, and the Customer Care was rude to me. He refused to help me. He told me the address could not be changed (even after I told him UPS said it can be changed, but that Target has to call them). I demanded to speak to a manager, but he refused to transfer me. I asked about refund because I needed to place a new order. He told me if the packages were delivered they would not be able to refund me. They talked to me as if it was all a fault of mine, and I continued to let them know it was their system issue.
I felt like crying because I needed the order this week, and I had no money again to buy from elsewhere again. I feel so cheated and insulted by the Customer Service Rep. When I asked for his name, he even told me he could not give me his name. In summary, those items were urgently needed and Target has shipped them to a wrong address due to their own error. Target has also treated me badly on phone, and this is the last time I would shop with them. Your Customer Service is very, very poor and insulting to the customers.
Target Online Shopping is awful.
Reviewed July 18, 2013
I sent back my return to them through UPS on 6/19/13. They still have "not" received it. They will not acknowledge my problem. They are doing nothing about it. I will not be shopping at Target anytime soon.
Reviewed July 17, 2013
I am a loyal Target shopper and have never had any complaints. That is, until today. I not only shop on target.com every few months, but I am also in my local stores at least once a month for groceries, etc. I ordered two items last Thursday the 11th. This is literally the first time I have ever had to actually pay for shipping, since I did not hit the "free shipping with $50 purchase" mark. I bought two items at roughly $17 a pop and paid $7 for shipping. The total was around $42 complete. The money was deducted from my debit account that very night, yet I was unable to track my package for TWO DAYS!! Every time I order over $50 and get free shipping, my package is already here after two days. (Literally, my UPS guy knows when he sees a Target box on his truck, it's for me - that's how often I order online).
I don't understand how shipping I paid for is slower than when it is free with my purchase? I just checked the status of my order and it's not expected to be delivered until the 22nd. Really?! Seven business days to get from MN to IL?? Even the USPS is quicker than that! I know it isn't worth the time or frustration to contact customer service, as they will likely try to get me to sign up for the Target Red Card so I always get free shipping. Just a word to the wise for other people who shop their website. Expect SUPER long delivery times. I will NEVER order online unless I spend more than $50 and after this experience, it will not be anytime soon. Sorry Target but you messed up this time!
Reviewed July 13, 2013
I was purchasing two packages of 8+2 count Schick Xtreme3 Sensitive disposable razors. I had two TARGET coupons (expires 7/14/13) $3 off 8-ct Schick Xtreme disposable razors, valid in store only. Limit one manufacturer and one Target coupon per item. Limit 4 identical coupons per household per day. I had one manufacturer coupon BUY ONE GET ONE FREE Schick disposable razor pack (expires 7/28/13). Target employees would not allow me to use all 3 coupons together. In fact, I was told I could either use the 2 Target coupons OR the 1 manufacturer coupon. This goes against the Target coupon policy that states 1 manufacturer and 1 Target coupon can be used on the same item, the Target coupon restrictions, and the manufacturer coupon usage.
I was abiding by all 3 rules, was refused purchasing the razors, and was asked to leave. Employee's argument was "We can't allow you to use a coupon on the free item." It does not say that on any of their coupons or on any part of the Target coupon policy. Besides, I wasn't getting it completely free as they were $11.59 and the coupon was only good up to $10.50 and I had to pay tax on the full price. AND, I may have been getting it somewhat free; however, Target would get their full refund of $10.50 back from Schick. I am steaming hot on this and I am not going to shop at that Target anymore.
Reviewed July 12, 2013
Target has never had the most reliable products (from TVs to coffee pots to microwave) but they always stood behind the products they sold to you (so long as you had the box and receipt). I purchased a Bose speaker from them and, after a couple of months, it stopped working. I had 3 people who are good with this type of electronics try to solve the problem (paid 2 of them), no luck. I went to take it back to Target and they said, "Sorry, you purchased it over 90 days ago". I am assuming this is a corporate policy and not just the store in Seminole, FL. They have gone the route of Radio Shack - if you buy an insurance policy, then we will stand behind our products. I know I will only buy socks and paper products from them in the future, nothing expensive.
Reviewed July 5, 2013
Target.com charged me $12.37 two days after I made an initial purchase. The charge sent my account into the negative. I only purchased two items on July 3rd for $26.49 online at Target.com. When I called, a woman who had a foreign accent answered the phone. She told me that the order was being shipped separately and the extra charge was a result of a new breakdown of the charges. I'm like, "What the hell? Why are you all still charging my debit card?" She then informed me that the funds had not been removed from my account. It was just a hold.
My question is how in the hell can they hold extra funds? Why not just hold the amount I agreed to pay and nothing extra? I only expected to pay $26, but I have already paid $38.86 plus the recurring INSF charges I will be receiving from my bank. This is my first and my last time ordering from Target.com. I have never ever ordered from any dept store and had a similar problem. How in the hell can they even charge anything to my account without my authorization?
Reviewed July 2, 2013
I purchased several ears of fresh corn 4/$1.00. I thought it was a good deal since they are 3/$1 at Kroger on sale. The cashier mumbled something to me several times. He didn't have any speech problem. He just mumbled. I had to ask him to repeat 5 times before I could make it out. He was asking me, "What are these called?" He did not know what corn was called! I replied "corn." The corn was terrible. The worst fresh corn I've ever purchased. I should have upchucked it into a bad and returned it for a refund! The next day I found some on sale at the Dollar General market for 6/$1.00 and they were very good.
Reviewed June 28, 2013
Mobile phone s4 purchased 6/17 returned it on 6/26 - Very poor service. Return desk asked me to go to the electronic department. Back to return desk I was told the computer system is down while I see everyone returning without a problem. Finally, after returning to the store after my complaint to Target store, I was told I am not receiving a full refund. I had 14 days to return. The electronic department is all scam. I will follow up with this issue.
Reviewed June 21, 2013
I went to Target to price match a pool Walmart had a roll back on by $150 but Walmart was out of stock. I took the ad with me and the Target rep at first said no problem, however while waiting for them to get the pool, he starts playing on his iPad and says that Walmart has it listed twice on their website once at regular price and once with the discount price so he calls a rep from deli strangely enough to verify it’s okay now?! Uhhh... makes no sense. It is listed as discounted regardless! The deli girl plays on the iPad while talking to another employee wasting time and 30 minutes later concludes it’s okay. Then the CS rep has to call a manager, **, for approval. This guy was the rudest manager ever. How he got this position, I will never understand. And he says what's going on and wants to start all over again!
I finally was fed up and was like “No, your policy says you will price match and I have the ad to prove you’re higher on the price, so match it as I'm tired of this.” The line in customer service is backing up and people are shaking their heads in disbelief. This man had no personality or customer service skills and finally after checking out, he walks over to the employee with the people and decides to sit around talking to her while I wait again. Needless to say, they price matched it but I went through a horrible experience with my two kids waiting and an hour later! Don't go to the Target on Military Drive in San Antonio. The employees are horrible there and not friendly. They are like zombies walking around lost! No one wants to help! Not even bothered to apologize for my experience!
Reviewed June 19, 2013
I received two sets of dishes as a gift. As I did not need any more dishes, I went to the Super Target to exchange them, expecting to get in-store credit since the gift did not come with the gift receipt. I came to learn that the current return policy would have only let me return one set of dishes, because the value of both together was over the dollar limit for returns without receipts. They may offer gift receipts when purchases are being made, but that doesn't necessarily mean that a purchaser obtains a gift receipt or passes it along to the recipient. I have enjoyed shopping at Target in the past but choose to no longer patronize their stores.
Reviewed June 12, 2013
I shop as a regular customer in Target, and I always go to them for products like electronics, but my latest experience with Target at Dandenong and Fountain Gate left me surprised at how unhelpful and rude their customer service can be when I was asking them questions to make up my mind. Again, when I went back, they said, "What is your problem now?" It was with the mobile tablet, which was faulty three times.
I felt like I was an outsider, not a consumer. They took private information, even receipt, for faulty items, but when I asked them what they would do with it, they said they had to get it. I don't feel happy that my privacy goes around. No more shopping in Target. There are better stores where you can be served in a nice, good-mannered way, not treated like a number.
Reviewed June 12, 2013
While shopping at Target in Waukesha, WI yesterday, I noticed a policeman following me all the way to checkout. Now I am aware that two people were caught recently stealing and they happened to be Black. However, all Black people do not steal. I for one do not. Do you treat all Black customers the same way? I won't be back. I can shop elsewhere and I will tell my friends to do the same.
Reviewed June 12, 2013
I purchased a T-Mobile phone through Target but after it died within 90 days, they would not exchange it for one that worked because I didn't keep the box. Just be aware that the game is you have to keep the box so they can use those codes to actually do the return.
Reviewed June 10, 2013
I'm a regular client for Target and I buy most of my stuff from Target , Today, I went to Irvine North branch located Tustin Marketplace and bought some stuff with receipt no. **. I wanted to buy 3 Enfamil formula 22.2 oz and I asked to make price match with Babies R Us offer which you buy 3 and get $10 off. I asked the cashier and she brought me the manager and he asked me for actual coupon but told him I can just show you the ad in Babies R Us and if he could match but he still refused. I went to the customer service and she told her manager to ask her not to do anything for me. So I asked her to bring me the manager again and I asked him if I could talk with his manager, and he brought me another team member from Target which I don't know if he really was his manager or was just working in there. Anyway he also refused and I told him that this is wrong and I usually do price match and I will complain at Target but he didn't care. The receipt time was 8:50 pm dated 06/09/2013. I'm really upset with such action and really can't believe that happened to me at Target.
Reviewed June 9, 2013
I was shopping online for chairs and saw one that I was ready to order. The price was listed as $169. However, when I clicked on the item, the price said $229. I checked to make sure I was clicking on the right thing, and I was. So, I decided to call the online customer service to get some clarification. I spoke with a woman named Grace (supposedly a manager) after speaking with the rep. She stated that even though she saw the same thing on her screen as I did, the correct price was $229. She stated that they do updates on Sundays and that's probably why there was a discrepancy. So, I asked if Target would honor the lower price, since that IS what companies usually do in these kinds of situations. She stated no, and there was nothing she could do about it. She asked me to check back later because the price could change.
Seriously? A big name store like Target won't honor their prices. Even small chain stores honor their prices if there is an error. And it's not like I was scamming or making it up because she saw the same exact thing on her screen. I expect more from Target. This has happened to me twice in my life (once in Macys and once in Publix), and both times, customer service handled it without a problem. As a matter of fact, when I was in Publix, the cashier was the one who told me the price was wrong. I didn't even know. Again, like I said, I would expect more from Target. Even though these forums allow us to vent, the powers that be could probably care less about our complaints because it doesn't directly concern them.
Reviewed June 6, 2013
On 5/14/2013, I pre-ordered Season 5 of True Blood on Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy from Targets online store. My email confirmation for shipping said I would receive it no later than 5/21/2013, the day after it was released. I did not receive it on that day, or any other day. I called Target 2 weeks after my item was supposed to arrive, and the customer service rep I spoke to told me it was the mailing company's fault and they wouldn't do anything. The second time I called and spoke with someone on 6/1. I spoke to a Supervisor and she apologized and told me she would open an investigation and would call me back on 6/3, no later than 6/4. I waited until 6/5 and never received a phone call.
Finally, I called and spoke to another supervisor and I am now awaiting the return of my money for an item I have never received nor anyone at the company seemed to care if I received it or not. I have bought things from eBay (which I'm afraid to do) and Amazon and many other sites and have NEVER had any problems with ordering packages. I will never be ordering from Target online again, and I recommend the same for everyone else.
Reviewed June 6, 2013
I purchased these dishes online as a gift asking that they be sent to my address. Target decided to send them to another address instead. When I called customer service, I was sent to someone out of the country. The man was very rude so I asked to talk to his supervisor. After waiting for a good period of time, a man who sounded like the same person came on. He said he was the supervisor who basically told me in so many words, “too bad” they were not going to do anything about it. I traveled an hour from where I asked for the dishes to be sent to get them. I would never purchase anything online from Target again. And if you buy from the store, be absolutely sure you will not need customer service because theirs may as well not exist!
Reviewed June 4, 2013
I purchased new glasses and sunglasses on 4/6/2012. I was told my sunglasses' frame was not too big for a prescription by the tech. They ended up being so front heavy I had them adjusted twice, but could not wear them. The frames were too big to hold a prescription lens. Painful to wear as they dug into my nose and ears. So I wasted $182.86 on sunglasses I can't wear. I noticed multiple scratches on my regular glasses and took them to Target Optical yesterday. I was told it was from cleaning them wrong. I only used the microfiber cloth which was recommended. They told me the glasses had to be wet or it would scratch. No one ever informed of that. I've worn glasses my whole life (I am 54) and never once did I put a scratch on my glasses cleaning them.
When I told the tech this is crazy that the lens is that easy to scratch, her response is "It's not our fault how they make the lenses." I paid $363.37 for those glasses and now I need new lenses that don't scratch. Because of misinformation, I can't wear one pair and the other pair is damaged. This is unacceptable. Target Optical needs to train their technicians.
Reviewed May 31, 2013
I ordered a Coleman Sun Shade at Target.com. The same day, I tried to cancel it. They were paying the shipping and I thought it would be right to not make them waste their money. Unfortunately, I spoke with someone at their offshore desks and his understanding of English was poor. He kept reading from the script they must have. Bottom line is he could not cancel it. Unfortunately, he also told me that I could just refuse accepting it when it arrived. It arrived. I went to a Target store to return it. The nice young man at the desk advised me that the computer has indicated this item has to be mailed in. I spoke with the Supervisor, who said he would accept it if Customer Service would give authorization. Unfortunately, they did not have the phone number of Customer Service.
I used my phone and called. The first person just told me no and told me of the company policy. But she could give me a shipping label and I could send it back free of charge. I was good with this until she said that I would get a gift card and not have my PayPal account refunded. That too is company policy. Here is where it gets funny. If I bring the item to a store, they can refund me the price charged to PayPal. I told her I am at a store and she advised, "Sorry, this item cannot be returned to the store. So take your gift card." Do you really think I am shopping there again? She connected me with her Supervisor who also said told me the same thing. Then he spoke with the store supervisor and just when I thought reason would prevail, the lack of customer service Supervisor disconnected.
Another 45 minutes trying to get back to where we were on the phone, but then I did get to speak with a Supervisor Rachel, who was cut and dry. "This is the policy and if you read the fine print, you will see they are right." Seriously, we are talking about a $100 item. It is in the original packaging, unopened. So I will take their free shipping label, send it back and take my gift card. I will gift it to someone as God willing I will never have to shop with them again. I am out $100 plus, but I will spend a great deal of time spreading the word to read the small print before you shop with Target.
I don't need an attorney. I just want to warn anyone else. That $100 to them might be very important. I think that Target just sets up policies to make people get frustrated and accept what they are given. I don't believe in giving in so easily. I will use the pen (electronic or not) to make my case. Please print this.
Reviewed May 30, 2013
On 4/19/2013, I placed an order for a Champion box kennel with Target.com. The estimated arrival late provided to me at the time of my order was 4/26-4/31. April 31st came and the item had not arrived. However, I had received an email from a freight company with a waybill number for this item. I called Target to see if I could get an update on the status of my shipment and was told they had no information whatsoever about the order, except that the delivery estimate had been changed. They stated that I would receive the order by 5/4 at the latest and instructed me to call the freight company if I wanted more detailed information. I did so and after an hour on the phone with the freight company, I was told that the shipment had been delayed, but would arrive by 5/7/2013.
May 7th came and the item was not delivered. I called the freight company once again and was told that there was another delay. They stated that the item would arrive at my local delivery agent by 5/3 and I should have the item by 5/5. I called Target because the rescheduled deliveries were getting ridiculous at this point and I had hoped they could light a fire under the freight company's proverbial **. Instead, customer service informed me that there was nothing they could do. They offered no apologies for the late shipment either. May 5th came and once again, there was no delivery. I called both the freight company and Target to express my dissatisfaction. The freight company apologized and assured me that they would expedite the shipment. Target once again told that there was nothing they could do and yet again offered no apologies.
On 5/7, the item finally arrived in a badly damaged box with missing parts. I loaded the 150+ pound item into the back of my truck and returned it to my local Target store. They do not carry the item so I was unable to exchange it. I went home to re-order the item, but quickly discovered that Target no longer carries the item. I decided to do a little research and find a comparable item. On 5/20, I placed an order for another kennel with Target.com. My delivery estimate was listed as 5/21-5/28. Today is 5/29 and the item has been re-scheduled for delivery at a later date just as with the previous order. I called Target to complain and once again was unapologetically told that there was nothing they could do.
When I asked for a supervisor, the agent's response was "Why?" She then spent the next 5 minutes arguing with me about why a supervisor would solve nothing before finally patching me through to one. After a 10-15 minute hold, the supervisor came on the line. Although she finally offered me the simple apology that I had hoped for and not received during each previous call, its efficacy was diminished by the fact that it was followed by excuses regarding the late deliveries and an assurance that it likely WOULD happen again. At this point, I expressed my dissatisfaction one last time, encouraged her to have someone review the plethora of negative feedback about Target.com available online, and informed her that I would not be shopping at Target.com again.
Reviewed May 24, 2013
I bought Sonicare Toothbrush at Target Palatine store for about $200 as a gift for a family overseas. It was dirty when she opened it, so I returned it. I pointed out to the manager that it is dirty. He discovered the product was used and switched with another model. He refused to let me return. He was very rude. I called customer relation and talked to several reps. The last man I talked with was rude and when I asked for his manager, he told me he does not have any manager above him. Very disrespectful.
I was honest enough to inform the store manager that it was dirty. If I was cheating Target and returning used product, I would not have said anything like the person who returned this product. Target failed to inspect the product before they returned the product on the shelf. I lost $200 and was treated so rude.
Reviewed May 24, 2013
I went shopping at your Langley BC store excited to see you in Canada. What a disappointment... No stock prices on par with Walmart, not even close. I was told, "Well, we have just opened." Okay, so where is the stock? Three shelves of toilet rolls the same make, I don't think so. I spend all of $5 whereas in Walmart, I would spend $100 plus. If you want to succeed in Canada, you had better stock up. I will not be going back in the near future. I will still shop over the border.
Reviewed May 24, 2013
I ordered a game that wasn't available in stores near me. I figured since I like Target, ordering it through them was a good decision. I was wrong. I needed the order by the weekend so I chose the fastest shipping. It would have arrived Friday, but a day after ordering, I received an email stating that it was delayed... for two weeks. I remember reading that it said as long as it hasn't shipped, you can cancel, so I went to the website and into My Account. I clicked cancel order, but it said that I couldn't cancel it. I read the little question mark circle and it states: "You can cancel any items from an order up until some of the items enter the shipping process." Well, my order hasn't entered the shipping process; it clearly states that it has not shipped on at least two pages. I doubt I'll order things ever again through their online service.
Reviewed May 15, 2013
I ordered items to hit the $50 free shipping. The next day, I got notice that one of the items needed to be cancelled because they didn't have it in stock. It was annoying but fine. Well, now they are charging me for shipping since my items are now under $50. I called and I was just told, "Well, that's our policy." I cannot even cancel this order because it is now too late. Ridiculous!
Reviewed May 13, 2013
I am writing to you to complain about your employees at this Target store. I go to the nail salon next door every 2 weeks to get my nails and pedicure done. Every time I go there, your employees are standing in front of the salon smoking and spitting on the floor. I walk through the cloud of cigarette smoke each and every time. I've told the owner of the nail salon, and he said he spoke to the manager numerous times about your employees smoking in front of the store and spitting on the floor; nothing has been done. I think you need to designate a smoking area for your employees away from other people's business. This does not look professional when your employees are wearing your Target uniforms and smoking and spitting in front of other people’s business. I would suggest that you guys do something about this as I will go further with this unless it gets solved. Thank you.
Reviewed May 12, 2013
I placed an online order on 5/11 and received no email confirmation. There are charges on my credit card; however, I have no confirmation. When I tried to call to discuss this with Target.com members, I was told there were no charges on my target account. When I inquired how this was possible since there were charges on my credit card, staff members were extremely rude. When I asked to be transferred to a supervisor, I was told there was no one else who could help me. The call center attendant then hung up the phone on me. I have reported the charge to my credit card company as fraudulent.
Reviewed May 10, 2013
I am a female ** retired police officer. I visited the Target store in Allen Park on 5/10/13. My shopping experience was great until exiting the store with my child. The elderly security guard watched me from the time I paid for my purchases until I passed security. He then proceeded to follow me out of the store. I turned and looked at him in amazement. Diversity is needed at store. I was hoping he's going to stop me or check my receipt so I could show him my ID.
Reviewed May 8, 2013
I was given a reference number and told that the order had been processed. When I told them that I wanted the shipping charge refunded, I was told to refuse the package and use the tracking number to find out the delivery day. I received notice that the package had a tracking number and that it hadn't shipped yet within 24 hours of placing the order, but it is being sent by United Parcel's Motivations and they work with US Postal Service. There is no way to find out when the package will arrive. I called 2 more times and each time I had to wait 30 minutes to speak to senior returns specialist. Each time I was told that I would be notified when my shipping return cost was processed, but they couldn't tell me when that would be (possible within 48 hours or as much as 10 days) and if I don't get email notice of processing, I have to call back.
This is a complete runaround and a scam. They send out items that are not wanted and then wait for the customer to return the item to store and pay for shipping charge. Their clothing brand, Merona, is badly made and has poor quality control, which is why I don't want the item. I went to the store to check it out after I purchased online. The seams are see through and would not last through one washing. This is why I decided to cancel the order. I ordered online because I didn't see my size at the store.
Reviewed May 1, 2013
I checked out and asked for $20 cash back. The cashier saw a customer behind me and said he was closed. He seemed irate. He handed me the receipt and coupons and I mistakenly assumed the $20 was in the stack, my mistake. I walked to the parking lot, unloaded my groceries then decided to look for the $20. It was not in my wallet, purse, the bags or the trunk. I checked. I told the customer service person who called the manager. The manager said the cashier cannot proceed without pressing a key when a customer asks for cash. Also, they had to wait until they balanced the drawer at the end of the day and look at a video to verify I got my cash.
Well, since I don't get to see the balance sheet or the video, how am I to know they are being honest? Granted I should have checked for the cash immediately but I didn't. Now they have my money. I used to work retail and I had to press the key to proceed. But it is easy to forget to give the cash once pressing the key. So, now it is my word against theirs. I am quite pissed that Target does not use the policy, "The customer is always right."
Reviewed April 29, 2013
I am writing this letter regarding my experience with your company. On April 17, 2013, I attempted to exchange items I had previously purchased. Unfortunately, my receipt expired on April 16th (one day past your 90-day return policy). Considering I am a Target cardholder and frequently shop at your stores, I am very much aware of your return policy but was truly hoping to get a store credit or even exchange. My intention was not to get cash back only to exchange items for something I could use, the hats were too small. The cashier informed me the items could not be returned due to the expiration date listed on the receipt. At that time, I accepted the explanation given and left the store. After giving the situation more thought, I felt this was unfair to me as a customer.
I returned to the same store today hoping to find a better resolution. This time, I was told it could not be exchanged or returned due to the system's inability to locate the items. With that explanation, I really became upset and annoyed. It is understood that stores have policies in place for a reason, but also understand sometimes it's okay to override due to certain situations. At this point, the issue was unresolved and I asked the lady for the number to the corporate office. A phone call was made to your Guest Relations with the hopes of resolving this matter. My first interaction was with a customer service representative explaining the return policy. No resolution was found at that time so I asked to speak with a form of management. She transferred me to Sandra (supervisor) after being placed on hold for a lengthy amount of time. Sandra came on the line stating she couldn't do anything for me and Target has never given a customer an exchange or refund after 90 days.
Imagine my disbelief that in the history of Target, they have never given a customer a refund or exchange beyond the 90-day policy. With two visits to your store and a 40-minute phone call, I was still left feeling dissatisfied. I have been a loyal customer to your company for over 15 years, and to know you were not willing to understand my position truly upsets me. Our economy is at an all-time low and to have merchandise you cannot use and sadly cannot return is disappointing and frustrating. Even though I have been a loyal customer, I've been left feeling less than a valued customer. It's not okay.
Reviewed April 27, 2013
On December 23, 2012, my husband paid for a camera as a Christmas gift that was not in stock at that time. He was told that the camera would be in stock two to four weeks of the purchase. After this time had come and gone, he called five different Target stores multiple times to inquire about the availability of the camera and was told that it was not yet in stock. During the week of March 4th, he tried numerous times to call and speak to a manager. He left his number with a sales associate with the promise that a manager would contact him.
On March 10th, he still had not heard from said manager; he called Target once again and finally was able to get in contact with the manager. He explained the problem and in turn, the manager offered money back. My husband told him that he does not want the money; he wants the camera and inquired about getting the next model up because he had already waited three months for something that was supposed to be a Christmas gift, in which the manager responded that he could not do that. My husband then asked him for the number to the district manager because he could not believe that a manager of a huge corporation such as Target could be as unaccommodating, unsupportive, and less customer service-oriented as this person. The manager refused to give a number.
As of today, April 27, 2013, we still do not have a camera. We checked online to get a number for customer service and found it very difficult to find one. We are extremely displeased at the service Target Corporation has given us. On the Target website, they boast about how service-oriented Target is and how the customers are important to their business. Frankly, I do not see it. I am absolutely outraged that I paid for a service and four months later, the service has not been rendered. I also find appalling the lack of interest taken to resolve the problem that I have. I will never again set foot into Target stores and I will make it a point to explain to everyone what has happened and I am sure that my story will speak for itself...
Reviewed April 25, 2013
One star is too high a rating for my experience but I wasn't able to give 1/4 star. When I first logged in to my Target.com account yesterday, I was alerted that website updates had been made and that I would need to change my password. I did so then continued to place my order. I placed my order and included my address, to which I expected my item to be shipped. That address was used only as my billing address and the site sent my items to an old address I had in the system two years ago. I now live 300 miles away from that address. I was not asked to verify that it was the correct address and the system did not ask me if that was the address I wanted to use - it just input it for me I suppose.
When I realized it this morning, I called multiple Target 800 numbers and I was told by someone who sounded like a robot and struggled to communicate with me in English that there was nothing they could do and that there was nobody who had the authority to help me. I asked to speak to a manager and was still told that there was nothing that could be done. Apparently, Target thinks that if an error is made, the customer should just not get their item and that Target need not worry about it. So now my items are being shipped somewhere that I lived years ago and I am just expected to lose my money. I don't understand this lack of customer service. I cannot fathom how Target thinks it can just not care about getting customers their items or their money back. Seems to me that Target is robbing me and there is nothing I can do about it. I am furious and do not plan to shop there again.
Reviewed April 21, 2013
Your store on 48th and Ray Rd in Phoenix, AZ needs to seriously be addressed. Saturday the 20th was busy, busy to where customers were waiting in line longer than necessary. I had one item, that was all, a laundry detergent. The cashier in front of me felt it was a good idea to set up grandma with a Target card. This cashier had a full line that grew while this grandma took her sweet time. If there is a shortage of help, set up customer service to deal with Target cards. This is unacceptable! I had to wait in line for 20 minutes so granny and cashier could dink around.
When I sought out a manager for my outrage, **, from the Wizard of Oz in her ridiculous twinkling shoes, was too busy flirting with the boys to deal with her store's issues. Why is Target offering manager jobs to people like her? She looks 12 and clearly has no concept of work ethic but would rather worry about shoes, makeup and getting it on with her male employees?! I did not purchase the detergent. I plan to address my concerns with the BBB and any other business grievance site I can find daily until you have rectified this situation! I have and will continue to tell anyone I meet via online or in person of my experience and never shop at Target.
Reviewed April 17, 2013
I bought a Sony PlayStation 3 for my nephew's birthday from the West Hollywood Target. The next day after I gave him the gift, I received a phone call from my sister telling me that the PS3 I gave him was used, was missing a game title, and was also missing one of the controllers it was supposed to come with. I picked up the used PS3 from my nephew and drove back to Target to exchange it. I went to the customer service desk and demanded that they give me a new unit. They refused, telling me that it is impossible for them to have sold a used PS3 and that my 10-year old nephew probably switched it and didn't tell me about it. The nerve these people have to even suggest something like this. I told them I would sue them and left.
I went downstairs to the neighboring Best Buy and bought a new PS3 to give to my nephew. I plan to file a lawsuit in small claims court against Target for treating me this way. I happened to go back and read some of the other reviews left by others regarding their abusive experience with this Target store. Maybe the upper management should look into it? Is anyone even reading these complaints?
Reviewed April 7, 2013
I will never purchase from Target again. We purchased a TV in December as a Christmas present. That point is key, because even though it was purchased earlier in the month, it wasn't opened until the end of the month for Christmas. Fast forward to the end of March - problems with TV. Target rudely quoted its 90-day return policy, and even with the pressure of a Better Business Bureau complaint, it would not make any concession to that policy. Most other retailers understand purchasing items for Christmas and would have considered this in their 90-day rule. Greedy greedy company that will keep losing customers with this snotty attitude.
Reviewed April 1, 2013
I purchased a Canon EOS Rebel T3i 18MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55IS Lens from the Hollywood, CA Target. When I got home and opened the box, the camera had visible signs of use and the lens was missing, along with all the cables & charger. I immediately went back to the store to exchange the camera. The Returns desk met me with hostilities and called the person from the Camera department to inspect the box. The guy came over and told me it wasn't possible for them to have sold a used camera with a lens missing and refused to take the camera back.
I asked for the manager on duty. She came over and guess what? She completely backed up her subordinates. I am furious. I now have to go out and buy the lens and all the accessories separately and be stuck with a used camera. Never in a million years would I expect this kind of treatment from such a large retailer as Target. It's awful. I will never shop there again and tell everyone I know about my experience.
Reviewed March 26, 2013
If you have a legitimate complaint and contacted Target, they will not attempt to satisfy you. Guest Relations via Target is very poorly handled with no regard for the customer.
Reviewed March 23, 2013
Epic fail for Target and their employees on Friday and Saturday, March 22 and 23, 2013. Your store at 1900 S Koeller St. Oshkosh, WI advertised a Canon EF-S 55-250-mm f/4.0-5.6 IS telephoto zoom lens (store item number DPCI: 056-10-0536) for Canon Digital SLR cameras for $199.99. Your website said it was available at this store. I went to that store on Friday, March 22, 2013, and the employees in the electronics department said, "We don't have it. Our inventory must be wrong," even though there was a placard advertising this on the electronics counter where the cameras are displayed. Then the employees used their computer to find the Canon EF-S 55-250-mm f/4.0-5.6 IS telephoto zoom lens (store item number DPCI: 056-10-0536) in inventory 47 miles away at the Target at 4085 Wisconsin Hwy 28 in Sheboygan Falls, WI.
Saturday, March 23, 2013, I traveled to that Target at 4085 Wisconsin Hwy 28 in Sheboygan Falls, WI. When I arrived at the electronics department, I was told that their inventory for this item was also wrong. They told me that the employees at the Oshkosh Target should have telephoned their store to verify that they had this item. Once again the Sheboygan Falls, WI Target employees checked their computer and told me that there is one in inventory at yet another Target store located at 1250 N Port Washington Rd in Grafton, WI, which was 26 miles further away. This time the Target employees at the Sheboygan Falls, WI called the Grafton, WI Target store, read off the item number (store item number DPCI: 056-10-0536) and the description Canon EF-S 55-250-mm f/4.0-5.6 IS telephoto zoom lens. The Target employees at the Grafton, WI store verified that they had the correct Canon camera lens and put it aside for me to travel to their store to pick up.
I traveled to that Target store at 1250 N Port Washington Rd in Grafton, WI and told them that they were holding a Canon camera lens for me. The Target employee pulled a Canon camera lens out from under the counter and proceeded to ring it up. I said, "Wait a minute. Let me look at that lens." Sure enough, it was the wrong one. Instead of giving me the Canon EF-S 55-250-mm f/4.0-5.6 IS telephoto zoom lens (store item number DPCI: 056-10-0536), they gave me a Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III telephoto zoom lens (store item number DPCI: 056-10-1999). No one bothered to check the lens itself to see if it was correct. The employee even had the correct item number written on a manila folder that was with the wrong camera lens. The employee who put it aside said, "Well it was sitting in that location so I thought it was the right one." At this point I was ready to cut up my Target red card and never do business with Target ever again!
I left that Target at 1250 N Port Washington Rd in Grafton, WI and decided to give it one more try at another Target store 29 miles located at 8501 W Brown Deer Rd, Milwaukee, WI, which I found online and said there was one in inventory. I traveled to that store and saw the correct camera lens sitting in their display case and was extremely happy to see that it was there. I pointed to that camera lens and said, "I will take that camera lens there in the display case." The clerk grabbed the Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III telephoto zoom lens (store item number DPCI: 056-10-1999) to which I had to explain to her that what she had in her hand was wrong.
After 5 minutes of trying to explain that to her that the lens she had in her hand was wrong and that I wanted the correct one that was in the display case that said Canon EF-S 55-250-mm f/4.0-5.6 IS telephoto zoom lens (store item number DPCI: 056-10-0536), she finally gave me the correct one. So after driving 172 miles, wasting over 6 hours of my time, dealing with inept salespeople and Target corporation's lousy inventory control, I finally was able to buy the correct camera lens at the price at which it had been advertised in their Oshkosh, WI store. Epic customer service fail Target. Epic customer service fail.
Reviewed March 16, 2013
Three months ago, I got some toys from Target along with some other stuff and when I checked my receipt, I found out that some of the toys were too expensive so I brought them back the next day. Three months later, I never got my refund, so I went back to the store with my receipt. The manager didn't bother to help me in any way. She just wrote me a customer service # and rudely sent me from her desk. I called the CS#. It was the same story here; the customer service operator asked me for the receipt #. She confirmed that they didn't refund my card, but yet she told me to go to my Bank and ask them about my money. I don't understand what my Bank has to do with my refund. Why do I have to look for my money all over the state?
Reviewed March 6, 2013
I am very dissatisfied with Target.com online ordering system. Initially, they were great. My Abbey Home Entertainment Center was ordered almost immediately and was supposed to be shipped within 1 week. A week later, Target.com staff called me and told me it was "damaged" in transit to my house. They gave me two choices: 1) cancel the order and refund my money; or 2) go ahead and authorize a replacement. Well, I chose option 2, but I should have chosen option 1. It turns out, this item is so popular, that it is backordered until the end of March/beginning of April (about 30 days from now). I was so frustrated that I told them I wanted to cancel the order. They told me I couldn't because I authorized the replacement order. Anyways, now I'm stuck with my Credit Card bill and no entertainment center. Very poor customer service. It shouldn't matter whether it's on backorder, replacement, etc. If a customer wants to cancel the order, just cancel it and return their money - word to the wise out there.
Reviewed Feb. 8, 2013
Last night, I arrived at Target to pick up prescriptions for my family. I'm a stay at home mom with 4 children. When I got to the pharmacy, I got out my medical account card. This is a Visa card that we have for prescriptions, doctor's visits, etc. It can only be used on these things with our family's last name and if you try to purchase other items on it, it will not work. The pharmacy told me they needed a little more time, so I put my card in my pocket and walked around the store with my kids. During that time my card fell out!
When I went back to the pharmacy, I, of course, panicked and then headed to customer service and luckily they had it. But they would not give it to me. It has my husband's name on it, because he is the one who is employed through our company that issues it. They give us two. One for him, one for me. Mine was signed with my signature. I even showed my ID to compare signatures. I asked if we could look at camera footage. I called my husband (often he is out of town). I have a son whose prescriptions are life-saving and I needed these prescriptions!
So, I finally said, "I'm going to have to just take the card; you won't work with me and I have to have these prescriptions." The manager said she was calling the police. Thinking back I really should have just let her. Maybe they could have done what she wasn't willing to do, like call the number on back of the card to verify that my name really was on it, something! But no, I gave up. Then she turned to me and said that I was being uncooperative and that she wanted me to leave the store, the store that had my child's life-saving prescriptions in it. I called Target to let them know, so maybe someone else wouldn't have the same treatment. They seemed like they couldn't care less.
Reviewed Feb. 4, 2013
On January 6th, I bought two dresses for my daughter from the Neiman Marcus collection at a Target store in New Jersey. Because Target has a liberal 90-day return policy, I did not look at the fine print on my receipt (okay, my bad). The two items had to be returned by January 15th! When I tried to return them on February 2nd (well within the traditional 90-day period), I was told that they would not accept them and to look at the fine print on my receipt. Guest relations would not help me when I called the next day. Buyer beware. Target has deceptive policies and will never get my business again.
Reviewed Feb. 4, 2013
I received the 7-inch Maylong Tablet as a Christmas gift from my husband. He purchased the tablet on cyber Monday for a total of $119.76. On 1/20/13, the metal piece of the USB charger fell inside the product, and now the item no longer charges. According to the reviews on the Target website, this is a common problem with the brand. We went to the local Target with the order confirmation email and a representative told us we needed the actual receipt. Despite the fact that my husband used a credit card to purchase the tablet, they were unable to find the receipt in their system.
We went home and found the receipt and attempted to return it again on 2/4/13. We were told it was too late to return, but to call Target's toll free number for additional assistance. After 2 hours and 4 representatives, I was told there was absolutely nothing that could be done to rectify the situation, other than contacting the manufacturer. I called Maylong's Customer Service number and was sent directly to a voice mailbox. Yet I was unable to leave a message because the voice mail is full (Hmm, I wonder why?).
Target's customer service only repeated the policies and procedures to me and refused to offer any additional help. I have never felt more insignificant as a consumer. The $120 may not be a lot of money to Target, but it is to my family. As a graduate student, I needed a tablet and now I cannot afford the money to buy another one or the time to wait around for Maylong to check their voice mail. All I wanted was a store credit in the amount spent. I planned to purchase an upgraded tablet from Target that very day.
Reviewed Feb. 2, 2013
I recently posted a review on target.com. Not only did they cut off the comment changing the meaning completely, they are showing my whole name, city and state. How do I get my name off this website? I have asked them repeatedly to remove my posting, but they ignore me.
Reviewed Feb. 2, 2013
A couple of months back, I bought 4 gaming cards for my son (Moshi Monsters). Because his membership wasn't up, we waited to use the cards. Today when my son tried to use them, they had never been activated. When we bought the cards, I asked the young female clerk if they had been activated and she said, “Yes, once they are scanned they are activated.” Well guess she was wrong and I am not only out the $23.80 I paid, I will now have to spend it again to get his membership renewed. I unfortunately cannot find the receipt so I cannot go back to the store to see if I can get them activated. I made 2 mistakes: 1) not trying the cards earlier and; 2) losing the receipt. Beware of Target and gift card activation. After reading reviews, I have seen this happen to many people.
Reviewed Feb. 2, 2013
I had received a Hamilton Beach percolator 3 weeks ago as a gift. I was not given a receipt. After the 4th use, it started leaking water out of the bottom. When I went to return it to my Bonney Lake, Wa. Target store, I was told I was not allowed any more returns as I have exceeded that number. They made several calls to explain that it was defected, but still refused a return. I go to Target at least 3 times a week, spend at least $200 a week, give out only their gift cards for all occasions, and if I am just running around I always get my Starbucks coffee there. The manager tried to do the right thing, but was not allowed. The people on the phone could not get past the fact that I had returned too many things, (the more you buy, this happens)! I am not allowed to return any more until May 2013! Not a problem, I no longer shop there. What a scam, they will not let me continue!
Reviewed Jan. 30, 2013
I visited your Target store in Brandywine, MD and was disgusted by the attire the employees were wearing. I saw two employees with the pants sagging down past their hips. I was disgusted and appalled. Is there a dress policy established for Target? I see enough of this attire outside the store. I shouldn't have to face it when I entered a business. Thank you.
Reviewed Jan. 27, 2013
On 11/14/2012, I placed an order with Target for a $49.99 promotional discount, $10.00 free shipping, and tax for $2.60, which showed my cost to be $42.59. My credit card was charged this amount. The item was shipped, and then they shipped the gift card which stated that my recent Target.com order qualified for a free Target gift card of $10.00. My credit card was charged $10.00 for the gift card, which made me pay $52.59 for my item. I have been in contact with them since 11-19-2012 by phone with no result. I sent a letter, got no result, and sent another one that said if I didn't hear from someone, I was going to contact BBB. I finally got an email from them and they will not honor my $10.00.
So beware: they are saying that there is a link highlighted in blue. Click on the link and a popup box will appear providing the details for the promotion. My last contact with them was on 01/16/2013. They have my $10.00 and my item cost $52.59. They have an excuse for everything when it's too late to go back and check on things. Their customer service is awful, and this has been a total nightmare.
Reviewed Jan. 19, 2013
I purchased a Neiman Marcus blue women's blazer for my daughter on January 13th, 2013. Since it didn't fit, I tried to return it today, 01/18/2013, with the receipt. Upon arrival to the customer service desk, I noted a sign stating that all items didn't have the same return policy. The blazer had to be returned by the 15th - 48 hours after purchase! I pointed out that the items should be marked as such on the tags themselves. I was told this was Target's arrangement with the Vendor and that they were not allowed to take them back or give in-store credit. They further went on to say that they aren't able to return them to the vendor but must destroy any items that didn't sell. This is a ridiculous non-customer-friendly policy - I have never seen this stringent of a return policy - even All Sales Final - is clearly posted on the tags themselves. Unless you're buying someone a gift on the day of the occasion, better think twice!
Reviewed Jan. 15, 2013
My wife shops in this store and has for over 2 years now, although I don't know why, with how she has been treated. She is Latina and every time she goes into the store, there is at least one employee who seems to look her over, like she is thinking about stealing something. When she first brought it to my attention, I thought she was being somewhat sensitive. However, about a year ago, I came into the store unbeknownst to my wife and I watched one of the Asset Protection people, a rather tall large woman follow her around the store. The AP passed white shoppers, but seemed to linger at other Hispanic customers in the store. I was so appalled at the behavior I asked to speak to the manager. A woman came over and I explained I had just watched the AP follow my wife and others, but saw no suspicious behavior on their part, but for the mere fact they were Hispanic. I explained I watched a young white man dressed in an oversized coat hanging out in the electronics section and witnessed him pocket something, but the AP was too focused on the Hispanics in the store to even notice.
She said she would address the concern with the AP although I never saw her call the AP over. My wife continued shopping and after a time, the AP did not appear to be working there anymore, but was replaced by another younger man. In the last several months, my wife had gone on in different occasions and had been followed into the restroom by employees. The last of which was the fitting room attendant who entered the stall next to her, but never used the toilet. Upon finishing her business and washing her hands, the Target attendant came out. My wife asked her why she was following her, but the employee said she was not, and walked out of the restroom. Evidently, she didn't bother to read the sign that states "Employees are required to wash their hands before returning to work." Disturbed by this incident I tried to make a complaint by calling the guest services phone number only to be referred to another number, which only allowed me to leave a voice mail. I received a canned response of "I'm making your concerns available to the regional and district offices to ensure that Target team member training sufficiently addresses the issues you raised."
Shopping again yesterday, my wife felt as though she was being followed by the AP again. She texted me distraught, so I told her to take his picture. The AP passed, she called him by the name on his tag, Michael. He didn't like this at all. He told her it was illegal for her to take his photo. She told him that she took it to report him for following her. He then told her that she was going to have to leave the store. She asked why, she hadn't done anything wrong. She then called me to report what was going on. I could hear him ask whom she was calling. "My husband." She told me she took the picture as I had suggested because she was tired of being profiled and followed to which the AP said, "You want I call the cops?" She asked for what reason, she didn't do anything wrong. He again asked if she wanted to call the cops. I guess he was trying to intimidate her by doing so, but she told him, "Go ahead! Don't worry I'll call the cops."
I told her I was already on my way to pick her up and just to meet me outside. She came outside but the AP was nowhere to be found. He obviously didn't call the cops or they had more important things to do, like fighting real crime. I called guest services again asking to speak to a district manager, and was told by corporate guest services that district managers don't take calls from customers. Oh, really? I've worked in retail and it's been my experience that part of their job duties are to take care of customer issues. I was told to expect a phone call from the AP "team leader" in the next 72 hours.
I received a call from a woman who then began to tell me that the employees including the AP at the store are afraid of my wife, because she has "accosted" them on the sales floor and in the bathroom. My wife is a petite woman all of 5'3" and these people are afraid of her? I said my wife confronted employees who have followed her, and it's a result of the employees continued behavior. The woman said that my wife followed the employees into the bathroom to confront them and that my wife's view of the events are distorted.
I said this has been going on over 2 years. I had witnessed the woman AP last year follow her and other Hispanics and even made a complaint to the manager. She said that they had no such woman there, but then later said she had only been there 6 months but her knowledge of the situation is that my wife has been causing the problems. I guess the problem is she is Hispanic. This "team leader" said she had the backing of the corporate office to inform us that if my wife engages with any of the employees again, that she will be "trespassed" from the store. Great Customer Service!
Reviewed Jan. 9, 2013
Yesterday I called the Target in Allen Park, Michigan for a specific item. I was told they had it and would hold for me until the following day. They said they would put my name on the item and hold it at the service desk. I was excited because it was what my grandson wanted for his birthday. The following day, I went to this Target, and nothing was left for me. Of course I was very disappointed and ended up with nothing. I made a special trip, and it was a waste of time. Next time I will just go in the store and look myself. Thank you. Disappointed grandmother and grandson.
Reviewed Jan. 3, 2013
The West Hollywood store sold me a used Shark Navigator Professional Vacuum with multiple missing parts. I went back to the store the same day and tried to exchange it. The rude clerk at the returns desk told me he wouldn't accept it because the box was missing parts for the vacuum. The manager by the name of Ignacio told me the same thing. Also, he told me I can call their corporate office or call the manufacturer. I called Shark customer service and they told me they will replace the vacuum but I need to send them what I have with the purchase receipt from Target. So now, I have to wait at least 3-4 weeks for the replacement. I am very disappointed by Target's behavior. They don't take responsibility for their actions. I will never shop there again.
Reviewed Jan. 2, 2013
I am writing to inform you about the deceptive business practices which Target employees are practicing to sell extended warranties to customers. Unfortunately, I was a victim of their unscrupulous practices. Let me begin by saying that I am a single mother, raising 3 children on my own. My eldest son has autism. I was looking to purchase an iPad for him to help with his communication and social skills. Other than price, my main concern when purchasing an iPad was a replacement plan. Since my son would be using this on a daily basis, it would need to be replaced quickly if something should happen to it so as not to upset his routine.
On June 1, 2011, I had taken my son to the neurologist in Pensacola, FL and we had spoken about the benefits of iPads with autistic individuals. I decided that it really would be a benefit for my son. After the doctor's appointment, I took my children to the Target that was located right down the road from the medical office. The sales associate in electronics was a young man. He seemed very pleasant and eager to help me with my purchase. I told him the reason I wanted an iPad, what I was looking for and asked him specifically about warranties and replacement plans. The employee told me that for an additional fee, Target offered their replacement plan on electronics. If something should happen to the iPad, I would call the 800 number and then they would send me a package to return the iPad to them.
Upon receipt of the iPad, they would mail me a gift card for the original amount I paid for the item. I could return to a Target store and purchase a new iPad (I told him that I knew Best Buy had a replacement plan available where I could take a broken iPad in and exchange it for a new one). I asked to see the plan and he handed me a small packet for a 2-year replacement plan. I opened up the packet and read indeed that it did say replacement. When the salesperson rang up my purchase, the first time he tried to scan the plan, it wouldn't take it. He tried it a couple of times and then called for assistance. Another associate came over and told him that the plans were based on value of the product, so there was a separate card for tablets, laptops, etc. and got him the correct one. This time it scanned in fine.
I was a little concerned that the price of the plan was $119.99, in addition to the $699.99 I had paid for the item itself. But the associate assured me that if anything happened, it really was a good investment and I could send the broken item back, get a gift card, and buy a brand new iPad. Besides, if I was going to be investing in this for my son, I really need the assurance of quick replacement if something should happen. I paid for my purchase, put the receipt and service plan in the iPad box and was anxious to get my son started on his iPad.
Unfortunately last month, the iPad screen was broken. I was upset that my son's iPad was broken, but very glad that I had purchased the replacement plan at the time. So on December 28, 2012, I went online to the internet address listed on the plan packet and filled out all of the information about the damage to send the broken iPad back and expedite the product return and replacement. A little while later, I received an email from Warranty Logistics stating that they would send me labels and packaging to ship the item back and then it would be another 4-5 days for typical repairs, but they would call me if it would be longer.
I immediately called the company and told them that this was not what the employee had sold me. I definitely asked if it was a replacement plan and the Target employee assured me it was. I even checked the packet before purchasing (not remembering that he actually had to switch to the correct replacement plan to scan it). The service rep at Warranty Logistics told me that they do not offer any replacement plans on the iPads. I was informed that they would repair it. They didn't know how long it would take and that was all that they would do. My problem is I never would have purchased a repair plan! I do not want it repaired. I want it replaced, which is what I thought I was buying before the employee pulled the bait and switch sales tactic.
I was furious and I still am. This is not what I was told I was purchasing. Target employees are intentionally deceiving customers and essentially stealing from them. They are taking money and offering a product which does not exist and are substituting a repair plan for a replacement plan at a ridiculous cost. I never would have purchased this item from Target. I would most certainly have purchased the iPad and replacement plan from Best Buy (located nearly across the street) if the salesperson has not deceived me! I have made several calls to my local Target store to the Warranty Center and to Target customer service 800 number. My son is very upset about his iPad being broken and I am getting no help from anyone at Target, who is willing to do the honorable thing and provide honest service.
Just this morning, I have called three local Target stores and spoke to sales associates in the Electronics Department to inquire about purchasing an iPad and a replacement plan. Two of the three associates I spoke with offered me the $119.99 replacement plan and told me that if something happened, you just call the 800 number return the item and they send you a gift card. I am documenting the associates' names, times I called and store locations. Target employees are offering this plan, which according to the Warranty Logistics does not exist, and are selling an inferior service plan under false pretenses to unsuspecting consumers! Something needs to be done about this.
I just finished speaking with Derek, the supervisor of Target guest services in the Minneapolis headquarters, who informed me that apparently there is a lack of training with their employees. However, he has no intention of doing anything to correct my situation. He does not feel Target has any obligation to correct the deception of their employees. Buyer beware because Target does not train their associates. They can say what they want and do what they want. As long as Target has your money, too bad for you!
Reviewed Dec. 31, 2012
I bought my sons a Hot Wheels toy from Target for Christmas. They were so excited until we put it together and it didn’t work. I took it back to Target to get a replacement. The toy cost $39.99, but I was able to get it for less because of a buy-one-get-one half-off sale. Unfortunately, Target did not have the same toy in stock. They checked other stores in the area, but no one had it. They said all they could do was give me the refund value of the toy, which was $32.30. I said I should get the replacement value of the toy, which was $39.99. If Target didn’t have the toy, I should be given enough money to get a replacement. My boys specifically got that toy from Santa. I told them Santa would repair it and get it back to them.
Now I have to buy the toy from another retailer for $39.99. So basically, I’m out $7.69. I feel like I was ripped off. I wouldn’t have bought two Hot Wheels toys in the first place if it weren’t for the sale. It’s not my fault the toy was broken. It’s not my fault Target didn’t have a replacement. The customer service rep would not give me the full value back neither would the store manager. They were unmoved by my predicament. They just walked away and wouldn’t help me anymore. I will never shop at Target again. It’s never been my favorite place, but now I really hate it.
Reviewed Dec. 30, 2012
I ordered a Baby Trend jogger stroller and car seat through Target.com. I kept checking the package status of my package so it wouldn't stay outside my front porch for too long since I'm a corner house. When UPS stated in its website that it was left in my front porch, I left work to come and retrieve it. Since I work 15 minutes from home, I assumed everything would be okay. The package was left for 1 hour tops outside. When I came home, there was no package. I called UPS and Target to complain. UPS verified the shipment the next morning. They told me the driver was indeed at my house and the package was placed in my front porch. They are considering it a stolen package.
I called Target to notify them and every time I call, a new rep gives me a different explanation from - package hasn't been delivered even though their website also states delivered or that I need to contact UPS even though I explained again that I already did. Now they are saying my purchase is a big purchase and before a refund, they need to investigate. When I asked why a signature wasn't required if my order was considered large, they stayed quiet. It's been two days and no package or refund has been issued. I'm no longer a Target.com customer.
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