Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service -- Other transaction problem -- Complaint #16813727

Complaint Overview

Complaint ID: 16813727

Company: Paypal Holdings, INC

Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service

Sub-Product: Domestic (US) money transfer

Issue: Other transaction problem

State: Illinois

ZIP Code: 60091

Date Received: 2025-10-24T12:00:00-05:00

Date Sent to Company: 2025-10-24T12:00:00-05:00

Company Response: Closed with explanation

Timely Response: Yes

Consumer Disputed: N/A

Submitted Via: Web

Consumer Narrative

Im filing this complaint because I still havent received a resolution regarding a {$4300.00} payment that was processed through PayPal using my XXXX XXXX credit card. The payment never reached the intended vendor, yet the charge remains on my credit card. I have contacted both PayPal and XXXX XXXX multiple times. XXXX XXXX has stated that PayPal is responsible for the transaction since the payment was routed through PayPal, while PayPal claims its an issue with XXXX XXXX. This back-and-forth has left me without my funds and with no accountability from either company. The fact remains that I paid {$4300.00} for a transaction that failed and neither the merchant nor I ever received those funds. Im requesting that PayPal take responsibility for locating or refunding this money. As the payment processor, PayPal should be able to verify where the funds were sent or whether they were ever delivered to the merchant. Ive been caught in the middle long enough, and I need this issue resolved immediately. Please review the transaction history and refund the {$4300.00} to my XXXX XXXX account.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Complaint #16813727 about?

Complaint #16813727 was filed against Paypal Holdings, INC regarding Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service specifically about Other transaction problem. It was received by the CFPB on 2025-10-24T12:00:00-05:00.

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?

Yes, visit the Paypal Holdings, INC company profile at readthecomplaint.com/company/paypal-holdings-inc to see all complaints, risk scores, and analysis.

Disclaimer

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