Ignore scammers that send fake Paypal emails telling you that you need to pay an upfront fee to verify/upgrade to a business account/or any other reason to accept a payment.

If you receive a suspicious message that appears to be from PayPal, don't click any links. Follow our instructions and forward it to us.

Scammers trick innocent and trustworthy people into sending them money and merchandise. Use the money from the orders to pay their supplier. They’ll contact the supplier in advance to let them know you’ll be sending them money. Update your PayPal account address to their address.

Avoid PayPal scams by checking for generic greetings, suspicious links, unknown attachments, and false urgency. Log in directly and check for notifications.

Feb 1, 2024 · PayPal scams can lead to identity theft and financial loss. Learn more about the scams on the payment platform and how to avoid them.

Jul 6, 2023 · Scammers create a fake PayPal Business account (or hack a legitimate one) and use a name such as “Bitcoin Exchange.” Then, they send a fake invoice that includes a seller note which leads you to believe it’s a receipt for a Bitcoin purchase (not a request for money).

Beware of PayPal phishing scams by avoiding fake links, suspicious attachments, and generic greetings. Report any suspicious emails to [email protected].

Jan 17, 2025 · PayPal is in the hacker and scammer crosshairs as cyberattacks continue—here’s what you need to know to protect your account and your money.

Aug 18, 2022 · PayPal usually gives you around 10 business days to comply with these requests, so be wary of messages that attempt to rush you. Keep a lookout for red flags like impatient …

Avoid PayPal phishing scams by not clicking on suspicious emails, links, or attachments. Report concerns to [email protected] and check the Security Centre.