This website is a collection of horror stories, news reports and other information addressing problems with Paypal, Inc..

First the claim was “Not as described” later changed to “Not received”

The last bad experience, I sell someone an Iphone in november. They claim the item wasnt as described. They misread the auction, so ebay ruled in my favor and paypal released my $500 dollars finally at the end of December. … Continue reading

Buyer changes his shipping address then did a chargeback

In April 2012 I sold a Gold coin to on Ebay. The buyer payed the $950.00 on time and requested I ship the item to a new address, indicating he was going to be away on business and did not … Continue reading

I got scammed twice by Chinese vendors

While I have eBay account for 10 years and 100% positive feedback, I managed to get scammed twice by Chinese vendors with PayPal help. I’m not a power vendor, just an honest individual. First time I made a purchase on … Continue reading

Buyer changed his mind and PayPal demand I refund him

I sold a computer on eBay in hard times and ill health to pay rent: everything was documented, pics detailed, and sold as-is, no refunds: Paypal froze the 400 dollar payment in account and I had put in the terms of sale … Continue reading

Buyer changes his mind and opens dispute

I sold a vintage guitar. Listed 12 pictures on my ebay listing. Buyer said he played and adjusted guitar but that truss rod was broke. I said I wouldn’t accept back as he played and adjusted after saying originally that it … Continue reading

I Worked At PayPal

Writer Wishes to Remain Anonymous I used to work there 6 months ago. I found that if the buyer does a chargeback after they get the item, 99% of the time, the seller loses the item AND THEIR MONEY. It’s … Continue reading

Fraud Within PayPal

Writer Wishes To Remain Anonymous I am writing to inform you of a similar problem I am currently experiencing with Paypal.  A few days ago, I received fraudulents funds via Paypal for an auction I posted on Ebay.  I sent … Continue reading

PayPal Fraud Practices

By Michael Fleming I’ve recently sent the following letter to the Comptroller of Currency (an enforcement arm that regulates banks) as well as the California State banking officials; if you’ve had an experience like this with your card, I would … Continue reading

Buyer Fraud Protection

Writer Wishes To Remain Anonymous I am a seller on ebay. I sold an item and shipped it with insurance to the buyer. About a month and a half after the transaction was over, the buyer contacted palpal about not … Continue reading

Buyer Committed Fraud

Writer Wishes To Remain Anonymous Greetings In March 2003 I ordered Videos from a website called Cartoon Time through PayPal and got scammed.I thought the seller was sending me the videos but never responded to my message after recieving my … Continue reading