Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service -- Trouble accessing funds in your mobile or digital wallet -- Complaint #14511449
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 14511449
Company: Paypal Holdings, INC
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service
Sub-Product: Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Trouble accessing funds in your mobile or digital wallet
State: Kansas
ZIP Code: XXXXX
Date Received: 2025-07-07T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2025-07-08T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
XXXX represents itself as an online payment platform ( wallet ) with access to pay vendors and receive payments through its platform. While I don't run a business through XXXX, I have sold a few office items utilizing the XXXX platform online. When trying to redeem my cash on account I was directed to their cell phone app. After several back-and-forth e-mails, requesting they credit my credit card or mail me a check, and explaining that I don't conduct monetary transactions on my cell phone for security reasons, I received the email below. I'm not going to disrupt my systems, at the advice of my security professional, to accommodate what I believe is a gap in XXXX XXXX platform. While I don't believe XXXX is inherently a fraudulent platform, I do think they need to provide access to their promoted and advertised services from all access points. Not to do so is misleading, misrepresentation if not somewhat fraudulent in restricting trade after the fact I still have money frozen 'on account ' with them. Any assistance would be appreciated. XXXX is a service of PayPal , Inc., a licensed provider of money transfer services ( NMLS ID : XXXX ). All money transmissions are provided by PayPal , Inc. pursuant to PayPal , Inc.s licenses. PayPal is located at XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX XXXX, CA, XXXX Last correspondence : Hi XXXX, XXXX from XXXX support here. I'm sorry to hear about this trouble and I truly understand how stressful this has caused. I would like to commend your best effort in getting in touch with us. I truly understand how important for you to verify your account. Nothing to worry as I will be here to assist you. Without an exact error message, it is a little more difficult to know the exact nature of your issue, but here are some steps you can follow to resolve the problem : Restart your device Sign out of your XXXX account and then sign back in Delete the XXXX app and reinstall it ( this will automatically update the XXXX app to the latest version ) Update your device 's operating system to the latest version Confirm that there is enough application memory / available memory. If your device has no available space, XXXX may not behave correctly Restore your device to factory settings, then reinstall the XXXX app If these steps don't work, let us know and we can continue to troubleshoot the issue. Best, XXXX XXXX @ XXXX Support
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #14511449 about?
Complaint #14511449 was filed against Paypal Holdings, INC regarding Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service specifically about Trouble accessing funds in your mobile or digital wallet. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-07-07T12:00:00-05:00.
How did Paypal Holdings, INC respond to this complaint?
The company responded with: "Closed with explanation". The response was timely.
What is the risk level of this complaint?
See the risk assessment section for details on this complaint's risk profile.
How do I file a similar complaint?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. Select the appropriate product category (Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service) and describe your issue in detail.
Can I see other complaints against Paypal Holdings, INC?
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Disclaimer
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