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Can stores pull up old receipts?
Most companies keep copies of receipts, but it is best to contact the store to see if a reprint is possible. Most stores will not give you cash on returned items when you don’t have your receipt, but a store credit will allow you to purchase another item of equal or lesser value.
How far back do stores keep receipts?
3 years
Generally, you should hang on to tax records and receipts for three years….How long to keep tax records and receipts for.
| Record type | How long to keep it |
|---|---|
| Past tax returns | 3 years |
| Receipts | 3 years |
| Miscellaneous financial records | 3 years |
| Employment tax records | 4 years |
Why do stores keep receipts?
Stores use receipts to provide customers with a record of sale and also for business bookkeeping purposes.
Why do stores scan your receipt when you return an item?
Stores will often ask you to show your driver’s license (or other government-issued ID) when you return a purchase and then record your information along with information about the returned items to help identify patterns of return fraud or abuse.
Do stores keep purchase history?
How? Retailers most certainly keep a log of transactions through their POS system. As a few people have mentioned, most POS systems come with integrated sales reports, and can give you a snapshot of all your sales and transactions.
Do stores have copies of receipts?
You can usually obtain a copies of receipts by contacting the store where you made your purchase or by using a computer scanner to make a copy yourself. It’s usually easier to get a copy of a receipt if you still have the original copy.
How do I get a copy of my store receipt?
Unfortunately we cannot retrieve receipt copies for purchases paid in cash or check, or for purchases made more than two years ago. You can also call 1-888-BEST BUY (1-888-237-8289) to request a copy of your store receipt.
How do I get a receipt for a lost receipt?
Some companies offer the option to have receipts sent via email. The best way to obtain a receipt if you lost the original copy is to return to the place of purchase. Some stores can look up a previous purchase and print a new receipt for you if you used a credit card, debit card or personal check.
How do I get a receipt for my Best Buy purchase?
For Online Purchases. To find a receipt for completed BestBuy.com orders, you can get a copy of your receipt online: Sign in to see your orders & purchases. Select your order. Select “Print Receipt.”. If you checked out as a guest, you can still check your order status and print a receipt online.
Do you need a receipt for a credit card purchase?
If you used a debit card, check or credit card when you made your purchase, you probably don’t have to have your original receipt. Check back through your credit card and bank statements to see whether your purchase shows up there, and if it does, you can print copies of your statements and use those as proof of purchase.