Conquering Costco: How to Ditch the Plastic (Without Getting Kicked Out)
Let's face it, folks. Lugging around that giant Costco membership card is the physical equivalent of carrying around a shopping cart full of rotisserie chickens. It's cumbersome, and frankly, a little embarrassing when it gets stuck in the self-checkout scanner (we've all been there). But fear not, citizens of bulk! There's a way to ditch the plastic and join the 21st century with a digital membership card.
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But Wait! There's a Catch (Kind Of)
Now, before you get all giddy and picture yourself waltzing into Costco with nothing but your phone, there's a wrinkle in this otherwise beautiful plan. You can't actually add your Costco membership card to Apple Wallet. I know, I know, dreams crushed. But don't despair! Here's the good news:
The Costco app has a built-in digital membership card that works just like the physical one. It's a lifesaver, and it even lets you show your fancy Executive Member status (because, let's be honest, those free samples are the real reason we shop there).
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Here's How to Ditch the Plastic Nightmare:
- Download the Costco App: It's free, and it's basically like having Costco in your pocket (minus the free samples, sadly).
- Sign in to Your Account: If you haven't already created an account online, you can do it within the app too.
- Find Your Digital Membership Card: This might be labeled differently depending on the app version, but it's usually under "Membership" or "Wallet."
- Voila! You should see a digital replica of your membership card, complete with that all-important barcode.
Pro-Tip: Take a screenshot of your digital card for even faster access (just make sure it's up-to-date before you head to the checkout).
Frequently Asked Questions (Because We Know You Have Them)
- How to use the digital membership card? At checkout, simply pull up the Costco app and show the digital card to the cashier. They'll scan the barcode just like they would the physical card.
- How to add a family member to the digital card? Unfortunately, you can't add additional members to the digital card yet. But hey, maybe they can download the app too!
- What if my phone dies? This is where that old-fashioned plastic card comes in handy. It's always a good idea to keep it stashed in your wallet as a backup.
- Will this work at the gas station? Yes! Most Costco gas stations have barcode scanners that can read the digital card.
- Is the digital card as good as the free samples? Let's be honest, nothing is quite as good as the free samples. But the digital card is a pretty close second.
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