Learn about security
What you should know
Most people don’t always know which security threats are lurking or where. Let's help you learn to spot them right away.
Fraud and identity theft is a reality
4.8
million identity theft and fraud reports were received by the FTC in 2020.1
34%
of the fraud cases reported money was lost.1
$311
is the median amount lost in the reported cases.1
How PayPal protects you
We leverage various security technologies and actively combat threats.
Learn about our security techPurchase protection for buyers
If you don't receive the item that you ordered, or it shows up significantly different from its description, you may qualify for Purchase Protection. 2
More about Buyer ProtectionProtection for sellers
Our Seller Protection Policy will protect your online sales, minimize claims, and chargebacks and help prevent merchant fraud. 3
More about Seller ProtectionFollow these tips to help keep things secure
Make sure you never share sensitive personal or financial details via email, text, direct message, or phone.
Banking and cards
Never share credit card numbers, CVV codes, and card expiration dates.
Identification
Social Security, tax ID, and any government-issued numbers are especially dangerous if they fall into the wrong hands.
Personal details
Addresses, birthdates, and family info like mother’s maiden name can help fraudsters guess your passwords or pretend to be you.
Our Help Center is always available
Find answers to commonly asked questions and get help with your PayPal account.
Visit the Help CenterSecure shopping and selling starts with PayPal
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Sign up for free1 Consumer Sentinel Network, Data Book 2020, Federal Trade Commision (FTC), February, 2021.
2 Available on eligible purchases. Limits apply.
3 Available on eligible purchases. Limits apply.
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