PayPal is a faster and safer way to send money online, receive money, make wired payments, or even to set up a merchant account. Users can link their credit or debit card details to their PayPal account. PayPal accounts may it easier to track and monitor every PayPal transaction you have made. It has secure encryption technology and fraud protection too. Opening a PayPal account is absolutely free and the fee will be charged according to the kind of payment you make. Send money to friends, the family is free provided that you use your PayPal balance or bank balance.
The app has a rating of 4.3 stars out of 5 on the Google Play Store. It also has over 100,000,000 and more installs.
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Things your need to know before you close your PayPal account.
It is important to know that there are no fees charged to keep your account open even if you do not use it. So, you can consider your decision and might want to use PayPal in the future.
Before you close your account, you will have to withdraw all the money that is in your PayPal account. The money can be transferred to your bank account for you can also PayPal to send you a check which will lock you a $ 1.50.
Another step is that if have an email address on your PayPal account that is not confirmed then remove it before closing the account.
If there are any unresolved issues, limitations or a balance then the account cannot be closed.
How do I Close or Delete my PayPal Account?
- Open your PayPal account and click on Settings which Is next to Log Out.
- Next click on Close your account which comes under Account Options.
- If asked then enter your bank account number.
- Next click on Close Account.
Now you have successfully closed your PayPal account.
What happens when you close your PayPal Account?
When you close your PayPal account any unpaid money requests are automatically cancelled and you will also lose any used redemption coupons or codes. So make sure to use up all your redemptions and codes before closing the account.
How do I change my name on the PayPal Account?
You cannot change you name to some other persons name all together. PayPal allows only to correct your name if it is misspelled. You can change up to 2 character only. But if you have officially or legally changed your name then you will have to upload some documentation proof for the name change. This change will take up to 5 business days.
- Open you PayPal account and click on Settings which Is next to Log Out.
- Click on Update below your name.
- Now select your type of name change.
- Now follow the set of instructions on your screen and then click on either Update Name or Continue.
Now your have successfully changed your name on PayPal.
How do I view or edit or update my account information on PayPal?
- Open your PayPal account and click on Settings which Is next to Log Out.
- Now your address, phone number, email address will be displayed. To add or remove or update them click on the + sign next to them.
- At the top of the page click on Wallet.
- Next Click on Remove Bank, Remove Card, or Update Card. Follow the steps provided to succeed.
How do I change my Password and Security Question on PayPal?
- Open your PayPal account and click on Settings which Is next to Log Out.
- Click on the Security tab which will be above your name.
- Next to Password click on Update.
- Now confirm your current password. Then you can enter your new password twice. Once done click on Change Password.
- Open you PayPal account and click on Settings which Is next to Log Out.
- Click on the Security tab which will be above your name.
- Next to Security Question click on Update.
- Now from the Security Question 1 and Security Question 2 dropdown menus, select a question and then type its answer.
- Once done click on Save.
How do I check the status of my dispute or claim on PayPal?
Users can check for any new dispute or unresolved dispute and claims in the Resolution Centre.
- Open PayPal and visit the Resolution Centre.
- Now select Open Cases from the list. Next choose the claim you want to check.
- Click on View in Action column. You will be able to see an estimated resolution date for your claim.
- When you find your claim. Select All Closed Cases from the View list.
- Then Click on the Case ID to check its status.
If still your claim is not solved then you can contact the helpline of PayPal or even email them at your customer email address.
How can I add PayPal to Google Play?
Users can add PayPal to Google Pay by both the apps.
- Open your PayPal account and click on Settings which Is next to Log Out.
- Click on Google Pat and then Set it up
- Log in to your Google Pay app and then click on the Payment option at the bottom of the page.
- Next tap on + Payment Method. Now you can add in your PayPal.
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