Welcome to costco-usa.com (“Website,” “Site,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms,” “Agreement”) govern your access to and use of our website located at https://costco-usa.com/. By accessing, browsing, or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must discontinue use of this Website immediately.
Usage Agreement
This Usage Agreement constitutes a legally binding contract between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and costco-usa.com. By creating an account, making a purchase, browsing product listings, or engaging with any content or services provided through this Website, you expressly consent to these Terms. This Agreement applies to all visitors, registered users, browsers, and any other individuals who access or interact with the Site, regardless of the manner or device used for access.
We reserve the right to modify, update, or change these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website following any modifications constitutes acceptance of those changes. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of updates. The “Effective Date” at the top of this document indicates when these Terms were last revised.
Users under the age of eighteen (18) must obtain permission from a parent or legal guardian before using this Website. By using this Site, you represent and warrant that you are at least eighteen years of age or have obtained proper authorization from a legal guardian.
Agreement to Terms
By accessing costco-usa.com, you affirm that you possess the legal capacity to enter into this binding Agreement. You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe upon the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment of the Site. Prohibited behavior includes, but is not limited to, harassment, transmission of obscene or offensive content, disruption of normal Website flow, and any conduct that violates local, state, national, or international law.
You acknowledge that costco-usa.com is an informational platform providing details about Costco Wholesale products, pricing, availability, and related services. While we strive to present accurate and up-to-date information regarding Costco’s offerings—including appliances, furniture, mattresses, rugs, sheds, air fryers, clothing, tools, shoes, tires, automotive care, electronics, pet supplies, and grocery items—we do not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content displayed on this Website.
This Agreement governs your relationship with costco-usa.com exclusively. We are an independent informational resource and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to Costco Wholesale Corporation. Any transactions, purchases, memberships, or inquiries related to actual Costco products or services must be conducted through official Costco channels, including authorized Costco warehouses, Costco.com, or Costco Business Delivery platforms.
Permitted Use
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use costco-usa.com for personal, non-commercial purposes only. This license does not include the right to download (except for page caching), modify, reproduce, distribute, transmit, display, perform, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any information, software, products, or services obtained from this Website without our express written consent.
Permitted activities include browsing product information about Costco offerings such as Honeycrisp apples, Thomasville furniture, Gorilla Rack shelving, Lifetime outdoor storage sheds, Dyson vacuums, Yummy Dino Buddies chicken nuggets, BODYARMOR sports drinks, Dixie Ultra paper plates, Kirkland Signature products, and Goldfish crackers. You may read articles about Costco’s history, founder Jim Sinegal’s 14% markup rule, warehouse locations, membership benefits, and shopping tips provided on the Site.
Prohibited uses include, but are not limited to: using automated systems (bots, scrapers, spiders) to extract data from the Website; attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site, other user accounts, or computer systems connected to the Website; interfering with or disrupting the Website’s servers or networks; impersonating any person or entity; falsely stating or misrepresenting your affiliation with any person or entity; using the Website to transmit viruses, malware, or any other malicious code; collecting or harvesting personally identifiable information of other users; and engaging in any activity that imposes an unreasonable burden on our infrastructure.
Commercial use of content from costco-usa.com, including but not limited to republishing articles, product descriptions, images, pricing information, or statistics about Costco’s 4,847+ unique items per warehouse, 827 warehouses worldwide, or 27% average savings claims, requires prior written authorization. Educational institutions, journalists, and researchers must contact us for permission before citing or reproducing substantial portions of our content.
Ownership and Copyright
All content available on costco-usa.com, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, product descriptions, pricing data, articles, blog posts, videos, audio files, data compilations, software, and the overall design and “look and feel” of the Website, is the exclusive property of costco-usa.com or our content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.
The compilation, organization, and display of content on this Website represent proprietary methodology and creative expression owned by costco-usa.com. Unauthorized reproduction, modification, distribution, or republication of any materials from this Site without explicit written permission is strictly prohibited and may result in civil and criminal penalties under applicable intellectual property laws.
Trademarks, service marks, and logos displayed on this Website, including references to “Costco,” “Costco Wholesale,” “Kirkland Signature,” and specific product brands mentioned (such as Dyson, Thomasville, Gorilla Rack, Lifetime, BODYARMOR, and others), are the property of their respective owners. Nothing contained on this Website should be construed as granting any license or right to use any trademark without the express written permission of the trademark owner.
You may print or download content from costco-usa.com solely for your personal, non-commercial use, provided that you maintain all copyright, trademark, and other proprietary notices. Any other use of Website content requires prior written authorization from costco-usa.com. Requests for permission should be submitted in writing to support@costco-usa.com.
External Websites
Costco-usa.com contains links to third-party websites, platforms, and resources, including but not limited to Amazon, Costco Business Delivery, official Costco warehouse locations, and other retail or informational sites. These external links are provided solely for your convenience and informational purposes. We do not control, endorse, sponsor, recommend, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, terms of service, products, services, or practices of any third-party websites.
When you click on external links and leave costco-usa.com, you do so at your own risk. We encourage you to review the terms of service and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. Your interactions with external websites, including purchases, transactions, communications, and data sharing, are solely between you and the third party. Costco-usa.com bears no responsibility or liability for any loss, damage, or adverse consequences arising from your use of external websites.
References on our Website to specific retailers, including Amazon links for Costco-related products, Costco Business Delivery for items like Honeycrisp apples, or mentions of Costco.com, do not constitute endorsements or guarantees of product quality, availability, pricing accuracy, or fulfillment reliability. Product availability, specifications, and prices on external platforms may differ from information presented on costco-usa.com.
Affiliate Disclosure and Commission
Costco-usa.com participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions when users click on certain links and make purchases through third-party retailers such as Amazon or other affiliate partners. These affiliate relationships help support the operation and maintenance of our Website, allowing us to continue providing free informational content about Costco products and shopping strategies.
When you click on affiliate links directing you to purchase Costco Appliances, Costco Furniture, Costco Mattresses, Costco Rugs, Costco Sheds, Costco Air Fryers, Costco Clothing, Costco Tools, Costco Shoes, or any other products featured on our Website, we may receive a small commission from the retailer if you complete a purchase. This commission comes at no additional cost to you and does not affect the price you pay for products.
Our editorial content, product recommendations, reviews, and informational articles maintain independence from our affiliate relationships. We strive to provide honest, accurate, and unbiased information regardless of potential commission earnings. Product selections featured in sections like “What’s New This Week at Costco” reflect genuine offerings and are not solely determined by affiliate commission rates.
We disclose this affiliate relationship in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s guidelines concerning endorsements and testimonials. Transparency remains a core value of costco-usa.com, and we are committed to maintaining trust with our users through clear disclosure of any financial relationships that may influence the content presented on our Website.
Product Listings and Availability
Information about products displayed on costco-usa.com, including descriptions, specifications, prices, images, availability, and features of items such as the Thomasville Fallon Modular Sectional, Gorilla Rack Industrial Rack, Lifetime Split Barn Door Shed, Dyson V10 Konical Vacuum, Yummy Dino Buddies chicken nuggets, BODYARMOR variety packs, Dixie Ultra paper plates, and Goldfish crackers, is provided for informational purposes only.
While we make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy, we do not guarantee that product descriptions, pricing information, availability data, specifications, or images are complete, current, error-free, or up-to-date. Costco Wholesale and its authorized retailers reserve the right to change product specifications, discontinue items, modify pricing, and alter availability without notice. The information presented on costco-usa.com may not reflect real-time inventory levels at Costco warehouses or online platforms.
Statistics referenced on our Website—including claims about 4,847+ unique items per warehouse, 827 warehouses worldwide, 27% average savings versus traditional grocery, 133.8 million cardholders, 310,000 employees, and $254.1 billion annual revenue—are based on publicly available information and may become outdated as Costco Wholesale’s business evolves. We are not responsible for discrepancies between information presented on our Site and current figures from official Costco sources.
Product reviews, ratings, and customer feedback displayed on costco-usa.com, such as the 4.4/5 rating based on 4,827 verified reviews and satisfaction percentages for various service categories, represent aggregated user opinions and do not constitute guarantees of product performance or quality. Individual experiences may vary significantly.
Submissions and Feedback
Any communications, feedback, suggestions, ideas, comments, questions, reviews, or other materials you submit to costco-usa.com through contact forms, email correspondence to support@costco-usa.com, social media channels, or other submission methods become the property of costco-usa.com. By submitting content to our Website, you grant us a perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive, transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, display, and incorporate your submissions in any form, medium, or technology.
You represent and warrant that any content you submit: (a) is original to you or properly licensed; (b) does not infringe upon the intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or any other rights of third parties; (c) does not contain defamatory, obscene, offensive, or unlawful material; (d) does not contain viruses, malware, or other harmful code; and (e) complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
We reserve the right, but assume no obligation, to monitor, edit, or remove any user-submitted content at our sole discretion. We do not endorse any opinions, recommendations, or advice expressed in user submissions and expressly disclaim all liability arising from such content.
No Warranties
Costco-usa.com and all content, information, services, and materials provided through the Website are offered on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, non-infringement, accuracy, completeness, reliability, and availability.
We do not warrant that: (a) the Website will function without interruption, errors, or downtime; (b) defects will be corrected promptly or at all; (c) the Website or servers hosting it are free from viruses or other harmful components; (d) information presented is accurate, complete, or current; (e) use of the Website will meet your requirements or expectations; or (f) any products purchased through affiliate links will meet your satisfaction.
Information about Costco’s founder Jim Sinegal, the 14% markup rule, company history including the 1983 Seattle opening, the 1993 merger with Price Club, and the 1997 rebranding as Costco Wholesale is provided for educational purposes. Historical information may contain inaccuracies or omissions and should not be relied upon for academic or commercial purposes without independent verification.
Liability Limitations
To the maximum extent permitted by law, costco-usa.com, its owners, operators, employees, affiliates, agents, licensors, and service providers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages arising from or related to your use of or inability to use the Website, including but not limited to lost profits, lost revenue, lost data, business interruption, personal injury, emotional distress, or any other commercial damages or losses.
Our total liability to you for all claims arising from or related to your use of costco-usa.com, whether in contract, tort, strict liability, or otherwise, shall not exceed the amount you paid to access the Website, or if you have not made any payments, fifty United States dollars ($50.00).
We are not responsible for damages resulting from: (a) errors or inaccuracies in product information, pricing, or availability; (b) reliance on information obtained through the Website; (c) unauthorized access to your data or communications; (d) statements or conduct of third parties on the Website; (e) products or services obtained through affiliate links or external websites; (f) interruption or cessation of Website services; or (g) any other matter relating to the Website.
Some jurisdictions do not allow limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not apply to you. In such cases, our liability is limited to the greatest extent permitted by applicable law.
User Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless costco-usa.com, its owners, officers, directors, employees, contractors, affiliates, agents, licensors, service providers, and suppliers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from or related to: (a) your use of or inability to use the Website; (b) your violation of these Terms and Conditions; (c) your violation of any rights of third parties, including intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or proprietary rights; (d) your submission of content to the Website; or (e) any breach of representations and warranties made by you herein.
This indemnification obligation survives termination of your access to costco-usa.com and continues indefinitely. We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification by you, in which case you agree to cooperate with our defense of such claim.
Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection, use, storage, and disclosure of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using costco-usa.com, you consent to our collection and use of personal information as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
We may collect information including but not limited to your name, email address, mailing address, phone number (1-800-774-2678 is our contact number, not collected user data), browsing behavior, device information, IP address, and cookies data. This information helps us improve Website functionality, personalize your experience, communicate with you, and fulfill legal obligations.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials and for all activities occurring under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any security breach.
Modifications
Costco-usa.com reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Website, including content, features, product information, availability, hours of operation, and these Terms and Conditions, at any time without prior notice and without liability to you or any third party.
We may update information about Costco products, pricing, warehouse locations, membership benefits, Kirkland Signature offerings, or any other content at our discretion. We are not obligated to update outdated information or notify users of changes to Website content.
Changes to these Terms become effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of costco-usa.com following any modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree with modified Terms, you must discontinue use of the Website.
Access Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to costco-usa.com, with or without cause, with or without notice, at our sole discretion. Grounds for termination include but are not limited to: (a) violation of these Terms and Conditions; (b) fraudulent, abusive, or unlawful behavior; (c) requests from law enforcement or government agencies; (d) discontinuance or material modification of the Website; or (e) technical or security issues.
Upon termination, your right to use the Website ceases immediately. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnification obligations, and liability limitations.
Legal Jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California and the United States of America, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of costco-usa.com shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in San Francisco County, California. You consent to personal jurisdiction and venue in these courts and waive any objection based on inconvenient forum.
Our business address is 450 10th St, San Francisco, CA 94103. This physical location establishes jurisdiction and venue for all legal matters pertaining to costco-usa.com.
Severability Clause
If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be severed from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions. The unenforceable provision shall be replaced with an enforceable provision that most closely reflects the original intent.
The failure of costco-usa.com to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. No waiver of any term shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term.
Questions About These Terms
If you have questions, concerns, or require clarification regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:
Email: support@costco-usa.com
Phone: 1-800-774-2678
Address: 450 10th St, San Francisco, CA 94103