Target customer service number & support

Retail store and marketplace. Guest services support. We are independent and not affiliated with Target.

Official phone number: +1-800-440-0680

Official chat / help: Target help centre

Support hours: Guest services (CT).

Average wait: 4–9 min.

Best time to contact: Weekday mornings.

How to contact Target customer service

You can reach Target by phone or through its official chat / help centre. Have your account email or phone, any order or reference number, and a short description of the problem ready so support can help you faster.

Most people contact Target about 4 common issues — including order status or delivery and returns. Step-by-step fixes for each are below.

Have this ready before you contact Target

  • Your order number
  • The email or phone on the account
  • The item name and the delivery date

Common Target problems and how to fix them

Order status or delivery

Track in the Target app under Orders. Shipt same-day issues are handled in the Shipt section of the order, not standard shipping.

Returns

Most items return within 90 days (Target-owned brands get 365). Start in the app for a QR code, or bring the card used in store.

RedCard or Circle rewards

Missing 5% or Circle earnings usually means the RedCard/Circle account wasn't linked at checkout; Guest Services can apply it retroactively.

Refund not received

Refunds take 3–5 business days to the original payment; gift-card refunds are instant to a new eGift card by email.

Common Target scams to avoid

  • 'Target gift card giveaway' surveys asking for card or personal details.
  • Fake order emails with a support number to call about an unexpected purchase.
  • Requests to pay someone with Target gift cards — no real company or agency asks for this.

Verified: these details were sourced from Target's official website and last verified on 2026-05-29 (official source). Never share your password, full card number or a one-time code — genuine Target support will never ask for them.

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