Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service -- Other transaction problem -- Complaint #4774467
Complaint Overview
Complaint ID: 4774467
Company: Paypal Holdings, INC
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service
Sub-Product: Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem
State: California
ZIP Code: 91331
Date Received: 2021-10-02T12:00:00-05:00
Date Sent to Company: 2021-10-02T12:00:00-05:00
Company Response: Closed with explanation
Timely Response: Yes
Consumer Disputed: N/A
Submitted Via: Web
Consumer Narrative
On XX/XX/2021, I sent XXXX bitcoin in exchange for {$73.00} USD and I re-activated my old Paypal account so that I can receive the funds. I received the payment without a problem then I transferred the funds to my bank debit card. On XX/XX/2021 I sent XXXX bitcoins in exchange for {$100.00} and received the funds via Paypal, but this time they placed a hold for {$68.00}. Paypal also put limitations on my account which prevented me from transferring the funds and they requested documentation of my transaction. I submitted all the documentation proving the legitimacy of my transaction. They reviewed what I submitted and they approved my transaction and also removed the limitations from my paypal account. However {$68.00} was still being held so I transferred the difference of my payment which was {$39.00} to my debit card. At this point I figured since Paypal reviewed and approved the documentation that I submitted I didn't think there was going to be any more issues. On XX/XX/2021, I sold more bitcoins which was XXXX. In exchange I was to receive {$69.00} in my paypal. When I received the funds via Paypal, their system didn't allow me to transfer the funds to my debit card. So I called customer service and they advised me to go to XXXX to get my funds. I thought that didn't make sense because I was going to have to pay fees but regardless I showered and got ready to head to XXXX but when I got out of the shower, my Paypal account had an new message saying that I would not be able to use Paypal anymore and they put on a permanent limitation on my account which restricts me from transferring or withdrawing my funds. They said I violated their policy and told me that they were going to hold all my funds for XXXX. They accused me of embarking in gambling transactions but they didn't send me any correspondence or specific details on why they were accusing me of this. I already sent them my documentation and I have documentation proving the legitimacy of all of my transactions. They never sent me any proof on why they accused me of embarking in gambling transactions. I found it very offensive since they are accusing me of doing illegal activities and they didn't explain anything to me or send me any correspondence. All they said was that I couldn't use my funds and that they are going to hold my funds for XXXX months. I think this is outrageous and I think the right thing to do is to give me my funds since I DID NOT engage in any sort of gambling transactions. This is absolutely preposterous.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Complaint #4774467 about?
Complaint #4774467 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 2021-10-02T12:00:00-05:00.
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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