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Looking at 111 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Customers frequently complained about frustrating customer service, mentioning that representatives were difficult to understand and unable to resolve account problems. Reviewers also shared negative experiences regarding online orders, noting missing packages, delayed shipments, and unhelpful responses when trying to track down their purchases. Some reviewers were happy with the helpful staff and trendy fashion items they discovered during their visits. Shoppers also appreciated receiving friendly assistance from store employees and finding great products and materials. Furthermore, people appreciated dedicated employees who went out of their way to resolve concerns with patience.

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I placed an order online for home delivery My order was shipped out of West Virginia to Eastern Shore Maryland. The store or warehouse in WV that shipped my merchandise placed it in a regular thin p... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I have never missed a payment or had a late payment. However JCPenney constantly moved my limits up and down depending on how my balance was on other lines of credit. While none of those are ever late... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Nice clothes and nice people but they make an absolutely devastating amount of recycling that they simply throw away. (The paper in purses, the plastic from wrapping the clothes) I won’t shop here any... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Onlilne shopping is going downhill fast. I ordered an item and was not given an order tracking. I had to call to get it and ask where the item was. Saying they're sorry for the inconvenience doesn'... See more


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don't go to JCPenny

I went shopping at JCPenny at Ashland, KY, for the first time and after I was done, a clerk at the registry told me she can save me %16 if I sign for REWARDS CARD. I agreed , but I missed the red flag - when she requested my SSN. She lied to me and it turned out it is very common problem at JCPenny. At the end, she handed me a temporary CREDIT CAD. I was shocked and asked what the yearly fee is. She said she does not know. Really?? I plan to file a complain at BBB

27 September 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered a chair from them a month ago

Ordered a chair from them a month ago. Not delivered, o delivery date. I use the chat feature and they tell me to call. When I call they submit an escalation but provide no update. No clue when or if I will receive what I ordered. Very sketchy company, don’t know what happened to them

31 August 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Heads up when ordering online through…

Heads up when ordering online through their website. If you need to make any changes, you have to call within 30 minutes—after that, they won’t modify or cancel your order, which honestly seems crazy nowadays.

I ran into an issue because my old address showed up in the email confirmation. At checkout, it didn’t appear, and when I used Apple Pay, all my info popped in automatically. I assumed it would grab my current address. When I tested the checkout, it said to choose ship to home or store (normally an address would pop up), and on the next page, I realized you have to click “edit” to see and confirm all address details. That part was on me for missing it, but the process felt odd and confusing.

Customer service told me I need to wait for the tracking number, create a UPS My Choice account (there’s a fee), and try to change it there—with no guarantee it would work. Last option: Filing a dispute, but I was hoping to avoid that. I was frustrated, but now I understand how their system works and their policies—never again.

17 September 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

So I’ve had account with this company…

So I’ve had account with this company for a long time I paid my entire balance before it was due meaning there is not balance I received an alert letting me know that even though my card has a zero balance they wanted to charge me am interested charge on a zero balance they didn’t care they I have been a credit card holder for over 5 years I cancelled my card customer service representative didn’t even try to keep me as a customer what a piece of crap company stay away from them they are a scam worse credit card company ever zero stats I world not recommend at all

13 September 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They are not correct

They are not correct. I had a very bad experience with them. They added me two late fees in one month plus interest. I finally realized that their system is purely compared to a scam and I immediately stopped and canceled their card. I advise you to either use other cards or pay cash at JCPenney than to be exploited by the individuals hidden behind the so-called system. Take other paths guys!!!

8 September 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not enough time to cancel.

How in the blank blank are you only giving us thirty seconds to cancel and order. There wasn't any where to cancel. You need to change that policy. Now have my purchases going to my old address. I tried to change it. I did not realize until I received my email.

7 September 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Placed an order and after the order was…

Placed an order and after the order was placed I received a coupon on the same pair of jeans that I could have saved $9.99. Customer service would not apply the coupon or even give me a store credit. Makes me want to shop elsewhere. Very unsatisfied with company and customer service.

5 September 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Deserved To Be Recognized

Visited JC Penny Cosmetic Department and was impressed would the lead comestic associate.What an awesome human being.She took time to answer my questions and made me feel that I was worthy of her time.Hats off to JC Penny placing this gem as lead and as a representation of that department.

21 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

JC Penney for the Win

I was a major Macy's shopper in NYC, until I moved to Delaware. There I fell in love with the Christiana mall and JC Penney! The jewelry is great and the prices are great, especially the sales. Moved to NC and woopy, a JC Penney, right in town at the local mall! I am a very satisfied customer!

24 July 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible customer service on line

Terrible customer service on line. Why has JCP started making so many Credit Card charges. Especially a paper statement charge. As a Senior Citizen, we do not do all bills and banking online. Not convenient, too costly. Apparently time to cancel card after 20+ years.

6 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrible everything

Horrible everything, shipments always late,customer service is horrible, ordered 500$ in shoes all showed up completely crushed flattened like a pancake, another 437$ order all supposed be here by 29th now the 3rd nothing here, just tired of there sloppy crew, im done,I won't spend single cent here ever again

3 August 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

HATE SYNCHRONY BANK they…

Love the store HATE SYNCHRONY BANK they will ruin your credit. Misleading and just a nasty business.

Dont get a card just dont. Youll get a hard hit then if you dont use it rightaway they close it.

31 July 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Customer NO Support

Evidently my old address from 5 years ago was still listed as a delivery address. My fault. I am a long time JCP customer. Once I realized my error, I called JCP for the other package that was in transit since UPS told me JCP had to call to make a delivery address change. JCP said they wouldn't contact them. I explained I also worked in customer service for a global company and customers make mistakes, we fix them. All they said was that they shipped it to the address that they were told to. I get that. I was asking for help and I know full well this change can be made.

23 July 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrible Berkshire pantyhose!!

I bought 2 pairs of Berkshire silver shimmery pantyhose from JCP for a special event at my church. I was so excited, I could hardly wait to wear them for their beauty and shimmer. Ppl began to comment on how lovely my shoes were. I looked down, only to see weird curvy lines/ridges going down both legs of the pantyhose. It looked so weird and horrible. I was SO embarrassed. I’ve purchased pantyhose from Roses that cost far less, & indeed looked far better. The Berkshires cost $11.95 per pair, although I got them on sale. I’m absolutely going to seek a refund. JCP need to stop selling this severely defective product.smh

12 July 2025
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