PayPal is a free financial platform for making online payments. The app offers a safe and secure process to send or receive money. PayPal can be used for both personal and professional (business) purposes. It also allows you to pay for items. Users who are interested in making money via business can set up a merchant account and make transactions.
Now, it may happen that you decide to delete your PayPal account due to some reasons. In such a case, follow these steps:
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Here’s how you can delete your PayPal account via desktop:
1.
Login to your PayPal account via desktop or laptop. Do note that you cannot delete your Paypal account via mobile phone.
2.
Click on the gear icon placed at the top-right corner of the screen which will lead you to the Settings option.
3.
Under the Account tab, search for Close your Account option.
4.
Once clicked, you will be asked if you still have money left in your PayPal account. Make sure that you have transferred your entire balance before closing your account permanently.
5.
Enter your bank details and other information asked.
6.
Click on the Close Account option.
7.
Your will account will be successfully deleted.
Things to keep in mind before deleting/deactivate your PayPal account:
- Clear your dues: Make sure that there are no dues left from your side while deleting your account.
- Withdraw your money: Do withdraw your entire balance left in your Paypal as you will not be able to get back the remaining amount once your PayPal account is deactivated.
- Keep a copy of your transaction history: Ensure that you have a screenshot/printout of your entire transaction that you have made via PayPal.
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