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Limitation of Liability

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What it is

The terms cap Target's total liability for any claim at the greater of amounts paid by the user to Target in the preceding 12 months or $100, and exclude indirect, special, incidental, punitive, exemplary, and consequential damages entirely.

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ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision establishes a monetary ceiling on recoverable damages in disputes with Target, limiting aggregate liability to $100 for users who have made no purchases or minimal purchases in the prior year. The exclusion of consequential and indirect damages further constrains the categories of loss users may seek to recover.

Interpretive note: Enforceability of the $100 liability cap may vary by jurisdiction and is subject to unconscionability analysis; applicable law in certain states or under EU consumer law may limit or override this cap.

Recent Activity

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Medium Apr 30, 2026

California customers using Target's same-day delivery service will now pay a CA Shipt Shopper Benefit Fee in addition to standard delivery costs, according to the updated terms. The terms do not specify the fee amount, structure, or whether it applies to all same-day orders or only certain product categories. Consumers in California should review their receipt or account details to understand the exact fee amount and whether it was previously being charged but undisclosed, or if this represents a new charge.

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Medium Apr 16, 2026

Target removed specific language that explained how Target Circle Bonus rewards are earned, calculated, and reflected in customer accounts across different purchase methods (online, in-store, Same Day Delivery, Order Pickup, Drive Up). Previously, the terms clarified that online orders counted as one transaction unless they included Target Plus items or used Same Day Delivery, and specified timing for when bonuses would appear (24 hours for in-store, upon shipment/pickup/delivery for online). Without this clarity, customers must now rely on in-app displays or support channels to understand exactly how their purchases contribute to bonus eligibility, which may create confusion about reward calculation or disputes over earned benefits.

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Medium Mar 19, 2026

Target's updated Terms and Conditions now include explicit governance for its Target Circle loyalty program and Target Circle 360 membership. The updated terms establish that membership is voluntary and that by joining or continuing to use the program, members agree to Target Circle-specific terms and the Privacy Policy in effect at that time. The terms authorize Target to update the Target Circle Terms, the Target App, or the website at any time without advance notice, with continued program participation constituting acceptance of those updates. You can choose not to join Target Circle or can stop participating in the program to avoid binding yourself to these updated terms.

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Clause Stability Stable

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Changes
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Months Monitored
Apr 27, 2026
First Seen
May 22, 2026
Last Seen
This clause type exists across 912 other provisions on other platforms.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this clause, the maximum amount a user may recover from Target for any claim is the greater of their prior 12-month spend with Target or $100, regardless of the actual harm alleged. Consequential, incidental, punitive, and exemplary damages are excluded from any potential recovery.

How other platforms handle this

ConvertKit Medium

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Kit shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting ...

Pinterest Medium

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Pinterest shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, res...

Hulu Medium

You will remain responsible for any amounts you fail to pay in connection with your subscription, including collection costs, bank overdraft fees, collection agency fees, reasonable attorneys' fees, and arbitration or court costs.

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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In no event will Target, its officers, directors, employees, agents, or suppliers be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, punitive, exemplary or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with these Terms or the use of or inability to use the Target Services. Target's aggregate liability for any claims under these Terms will not exceed the greater of (a) the amount you paid to Target in the 12 months preceding the claim or (b) $100.

— Excerpt from Target's Target Terms and Conditions

ConductAtlas Analysis

Institutional analysis (Compliance & governance intelligence)

(1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Limitation of liability clauses in consumer contracts may be subject to scrutiny under state consumer protection statutes and unconscionability doctrines, particularly where the cap is disproportionate to potential consumer harm. California's Consumer Legal Remedies Act and similar statutes in other jurisdictions may limit the enforceability of such caps in consumer contexts. The FTC Act's prohibition on unfair or deceptive acts may be implicated if the cap is applied to claims arising from deceptive practices. (2) GOVERNANCE EXPOSURE: Medium. The $100 floor creates a very low minimum liability exposure for Target in cases where users have made no recent purchases. Courts in consumer-protective jurisdictions have in some instances declined to enforce liability caps in adhesion contracts where they are found to be unconscionable. (3) JURISDICTION FLAGS: California, New York, and Illinois present heightened exposure for enforceability challenges to $100 liability caps in mass-market consumer contracts. EU consumer law generally does not permit the exclusion of liability for material harm caused to consumers, which may render this provision unenforceable against EU users. (4) CONTRACT AND VENDOR IMPLICATIONS: For business or marketplace participants transacting with Target, this liability cap may not reflect negotiated commercial terms and should be reviewed against any separately executed commercial agreements. (5) COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS: Legal teams should assess whether the liability cap is presented with sufficient prominence to satisfy mutual assent requirements, and should monitor jurisdictional developments regarding the enforceability of nominal liability caps in consumer adhesion contracts.

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Applicable agencies

  • FTC
    The FTC has authority to review limitation of liability provisions in consumer contracts that may constitute unfair or deceptive practices
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  • State AG
    State Attorneys General may review nominal liability caps in consumer adhesion contracts under state consumer protection and unconscionability frameworks
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Applicable regulations

FTC Act Section 5
United States Federal

Provision details

Document information
Document
Target Terms and Conditions
Entity
Target
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 21, 2026
Last verified
May 21, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-003616
Document ID
CA-D-00259
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
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Analysis generated
May 21, 2026 04:50 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Target
Document: Target Terms and Conditions
Record ID: CA-P-003616
Captured: 2026-05-21 04:50:01 UTC
SHA-256: 480b5d4a311d08d8…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/target/target-terms-and-conditions/limitation-of-liability/
Accessed: July 4, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Target's Limitation of Liability clause do?

This provision establishes a monetary ceiling on recoverable damages in disputes with Target, limiting aggregate liability to $100 for users who have made no purchases or minimal purchases in the prior year. The exclusion of consequential and indirect damages further constrains the categories of loss users may seek to recover.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this clause, the maximum amount a user may recover from Target for any claim is the greater of their prior 12-month spend with Target or $100, regardless of the actual harm alleged. Consequential, incidental, punitive, and exemplary damages are excluded from any potential recovery.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 264 platforms. See the full comparison.

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