Paypal support by calling (+𝟏 321–252–7633 ), or by starting an issue at https://www.paypal.com/us/home Several common scams target both buyers and sellers on PayPal. Here are some examples:
1. **Phishing Scams**: Scammers may send fake emails or messages impersonating PayPal, asking users to log in to their accounts through a fraudulent link. Once users enter their login credentials, the scammers steal their account information.
2. **Fake Payment Scams**: Scammers posing as buyers may send fake payment confirmations to sellers, claiming to have sent payment for goods or services. However, the payment is never actually made, and the scammers may request that the seller ship the items before payment is received.
3. **Overpayment Scams**: In this scam, a scammer sends a payment to a seller for more than the agreed-upon amount, often claiming it was a mistake. They then ask the seller to refund the excess amount via a different payment method. However, the initial payment is typically fraudulent, and the seller ends up losing money.
4. **Unauthorized Transactions**: Scammers may gain access to a user’s PayPal account and make unauthorized transactions, either by obtaining the user’s login credentials through phishing or by exploiting vulnerabilities in the user’s account security.
5. **Chargeback Fraud**: Scammers may make a legitimate purchase using PayPal and then file a chargeback with their bank or credit card company, claiming that the transaction was unauthorized or that the goods were not as described. This can result in the seller losing both the money and the goods.
6. **Goods Not Received (GNR) Scams**: Scammers may purchase goods from a seller using PayPal and then falsely claim that they never received the items. PayPal’s Buyer Protection may reimburse the buyer, leaving the seller at a loss.
To avoid falling victim to these scams, users should:
- Verify the legitimacy of emails or messages purportedly from PayPal.
- Be cautious when dealing with unfamiliar or suspicious buyers or sellers.
- Avoid shipping items or providing services until payment has been verified and received.
- Enable two-factor authentication and regularly update account passwords to enhance security.
- Review PayPal’s Seller and Buyer Protection policies to understand the protections available and any limitations or requirements.
- Report any suspicious activity or transactions to PayPal and relevant authorities.
