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How to Delete a PayPal Account
If you no longer need your PayPal account, you can close it permanently 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Deleting your account ensures your personal information and payment details are removed 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Check Your Account Balance and Transactions
Before deleting, make sure your PayPal balance is $0 and all pending transactions are completed 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Any remaining funds must be transferred to your bank account 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Remove Linked Bank Accounts and Cards
Go to Wallet in your PayPal account and remove any linked bank accounts or credit/debit cards 1-(833)(297)(7746)
This prevents issues with future automatic withdrawals or charges 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Access Account Settings
Log in to PayPal and click the gear icon (Settings) at the top right 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Navigate to the “Account” tab to find the option to close your account 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Close Your PayPal Account
Scroll to the bottom and select “Close your account” 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the closure 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Confirmation and Final Steps
You will receive an email confirming that your account has been permanently closed 1-(833)(297)(7746)
After this, you cannot log in or recover your account 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Contact PayPal Support if Issues Occur
If you cannot delete your account, PayPal support can assist at 1-(833)(297)(7746)
They can help resolve pending transactions or technical issues 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ One Can I Reopen a Closed PayPal Account
No, once closed, PayPal accounts cannot be reopened 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Two Will My Linked Cards Be Removed
Yes, all linked bank accounts and cards should be removed before closing 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Three Do I Lose Purchase History
Yes, once the account is closed, access to transaction history is lost 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Four Can I Delete Account With Balance
No, your balance must be $0 before closing 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Five Is Closing PayPal Free
Yes, there is no fee to close your account 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Six Can I Close PayPal On Mobile App
Yes, account closure can be done via PayPal app or website 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Seven What Happens to Pending Transactions
They must complete or be canceled before closing the account 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Eight Do I Need to Contact Bank Before Closing
It’s recommended to remove linked accounts before deletion 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Nine How Long Does PayPal Take to Close Account
Closure is immediate after confirmation, with email verification 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Ten Who Can Help With Account Closure
PayPal Support is available at 1-(833)(297)(7746)
If you no longer need your PayPal account, you can close it permanently 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Deleting your account ensures your personal information and payment details are removed 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Check Your Account Balance and Transactions
Before deleting, make sure your PayPal balance is $0 and all pending transactions are completed 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Any remaining funds must be transferred to your bank account 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Remove Linked Bank Accounts and Cards
Go to Wallet in your PayPal account and remove any linked bank accounts or credit/debit cards 1-(833)(297)(7746)
This prevents issues with future automatic withdrawals or charges 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Access Account Settings
Log in to PayPal and click the gear icon (Settings) at the top right 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Navigate to the “Account” tab to find the option to close your account 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Close Your PayPal Account
Scroll to the bottom and select “Close your account” 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the closure 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Confirmation and Final Steps
You will receive an email confirming that your account has been permanently closed 1-(833)(297)(7746)
After this, you cannot log in or recover your account 1-(833)(297)(7746)
Contact PayPal Support if Issues Occur
If you cannot delete your account, PayPal support can assist at 1-(833)(297)(7746)
They can help resolve pending transactions or technical issues 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ One Can I Reopen a Closed PayPal Account
No, once closed, PayPal accounts cannot be reopened 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Two Will My Linked Cards Be Removed
Yes, all linked bank accounts and cards should be removed before closing 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Three Do I Lose Purchase History
Yes, once the account is closed, access to transaction history is lost 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Four Can I Delete Account With Balance
No, your balance must be $0 before closing 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Five Is Closing PayPal Free
Yes, there is no fee to close your account 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Six Can I Close PayPal On Mobile App
Yes, account closure can be done via PayPal app or website 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Seven What Happens to Pending Transactions
They must complete or be canceled before closing the account 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Eight Do I Need to Contact Bank Before Closing
It’s recommended to remove linked accounts before deletion 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Nine How Long Does PayPal Take to Close Account
Closure is immediate after confirmation, with email verification 1-(833)(297)(7746)
FAQ Ten Who Can Help With Account Closure
PayPal Support is available at 1-(833)(297)(7746)
