What is the Costco email class action settlement about?

It resolves claims that Costco sent promotional emails with allegedly false or misleading subject lines — like 'Today is the last day' for deals that weren't actually ending — in violation of Washington's Commercial Electronic Mail Act and Consumer Protection Act. Costco agreed to a $14 million fund without admitting wrongdoing.

How much money can I get from the Costco email settlement?

The total fund is $14 million. Your individual payout is a pro-rata share — the exact amount depends on how many valid claims are submitted. No proof of the emails or Costco membership is required to file.

Am I eligible to file a Costco email settlement claim?

You are likely eligible if you are a Washington state resident who received commercial emails from Costco between June 2, 2021 and July 7, 2026. No documentation is required — you self-certify on the claim form.

Is the Costco email settlement legit?

Yes. Aaland v. Costco Wholesale Corporation is a real class action supervised by King County Superior Court in Washington. Preliminary approval was granted June 23, 2026, and the final approval hearing is scheduled for October 2, 2026. Filing is free and you keep 100% of any payment.

When is the Costco email settlement claim deadline?

The claim deadline is August 24, 2026. Submit your claim online or postmark a paper form by that date at WashingtonCommercialEmailSettlement.com. Claims received after the deadline are not eligible for payment.

Who qualifies for the Costco email settlement?

Washington state residents who received one or more commercial emails from Costco between June 2, 2021 and July 7, 2026. The class is limited to Washington residents because the lawsuit was filed under Washington's Commercial Electronic Mail Act.

How do I file a Costco email class action claim?

Visit WashingtonCommercialEmailSettlement.com, complete the claim form, and certify you received Costco promotional emails in Washington during the class period — no proof needed. Submit before August 24, 2026. Payout can also match you to this and other open settlements and walk you through filing in minutes.

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Updated July 25, 2026● Open — accepting claims

Costco Email Class Action Settlement

Costco agreed to a $14 million class action settlement resolving claims that its promotional emails carried false or misleading subject lines in violation of Washington law. Washington residents who received Costco commercial emails between June 2, 2021 and July 7, 2026 can file a cash claim — no proof required — before the August 24, 2026 deadline.

Estimated payout

Cash, pro rata from $14M fund

Claim deadline

August 24, 2026

Proof of purchase

Not required

Settlement fund

$14 million

What is the Costco consumer protection settlement about?

The Costco email class action settlement (Aaland v. Costco Wholesale Corporation) resolves a lawsuit alleging that Costco sent commercial emails with false or misleading subject lines — for example, 'Today is the last day' or 'Hot Buys available for 5 Days Only' — when the promotions were not actually ending, in violation of Washington's Commercial Electronic Mail Act and Consumer Protection Act. Costco denies wrongdoing but agreed to a $14 million settlement fund to resolve the claims.

Washington residents who received Costco promotional emails during the class period are eligible for a pro-rata share of the $14 million fund. No proof of purchase or email documentation is required — you simply certify that you received Costco commercial emails in Washington during the covered period.

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Who qualifies to file a claim?

You are (or were) a Washington state resident.
You received one or more commercial emails from Costco Wholesale Corporation between June 2, 2021 and July 7, 2026.
No proof of the emails or purchase is required to file a claim.

How to file a claim

1Visit the official settlement website at WashingtonCommercialEmailSettlement.com.
2Complete the online claim form — no proof of emails or purchase receipts required.
3Certify that you received Costco commercial emails in Washington during the class period (June 2, 2021 – July 7, 2026).
4Submit your claim before the August 24, 2026 deadline (online or postmarked by that date) and save your confirmation number.

Official Costco settlement claim site

Is the Costco settlement legit?

Yes. The Costco consumer protection settlement is a court-supervised class action overseen by the King County Superior Court, Washington (25-2-16392-0) and administered by an official settlement administrator. You file your claim directly with the administrator and keep 100% of any payment — Payout never takes a cut. The fastest way to avoid missing this and other settlements you qualify for is to let Payout match and file for you in minutes.

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