PayPal unauthorized account access - what to do?
Unauthorized access to PayPal accounts can be dangerous. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you need to consider if you suspect anything.
Unauthorized PayPal account access - change password and security question
If you act quickly, you will find that someone has unauthorized access to your PayPal account. Even if you only suspect, you should change the password and the security question at PayPal.
- In another practical tip, we will show you how you can change your PayPal password.
- You should check your PayPal account statement immediately afterwards. If you find payments that you have not made, you must report a conflict resolution immediately. You can find out exactly what that is in the practical tip on the topic. You can only apply for buyer protection if you do this.
Can you no longer log in to PayPal?
If you can no longer log in because your password has already been changed by the fraudster, call PayPal free of charge at 0800-7234500.
- You can reach PayPal from Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- From abroad you can reach PayPal on +35314369003.
If PayPal (now) is too delicate for you and you would rather switch to another payment service, you can read about alternatives here.