> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.kovaaco.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Supported Retailers and Requirements

> See which retailers Kova supports and what each requires. Compare password and IMAP requirements, plus guest-checkout behavior, across Target, Walmart, and more.

Kova supports five active retailers. Each retailer has its own checkout style and connection requirements. Use this page to compare what is needed before you create a profile.

| Retailer       | Retailer password | IMAP requirement       | Notes                  |
| -------------- | ----------------- | ---------------------- | ---------------------- |
| Target         | Required          | Required               | Account-based checkout |
| Walmart        | Required          | Required               | Account-based checkout |
| Pokemon Center | Not required      | Optional (recommended) | Guest checkout         |
| Costco         | Required          | Required               | Account-based checkout |
| Sam's Club     | Required          | Required               | Account-based checkout |

<Note>
  Account-based profiles cannot be created or imported without an enabled IMAP account with saved credentials. If you plan to shop at Target, Walmart, Costco, or Sam's Club, connect an IMAP inbox first.
</Note>

## Pokemon Center guest checkout

Pokemon Center is the only supported retailer that does not require a retailer password. It supports guest checkout, so you can create a checkout profile without linking a retailer account. However, connecting an IMAP inbox is still recommended. With IMAP enabled, Kova can detect and track order confirmations automatically, making it easier to review your purchases later.

For every other retailer, you must provide a retailer password and an active IMAP connection before Kova can create or manage your checkout profile.