How do I verify my email on PayPal?
How to confirm your email on PayPal
- Set up or log into your PayPal account at PayPal.com.
- Click “Confirm your email,” located on the “Summary” page.
- An email will be sent to the email account that you set up your PayPal account with.
- Check your email.
- The email will read “Activate your new account” in the subject.
What is a valid PayPal email address?
PayPal accounts are linked to email addresses, so a PayPal address is simply an email address that has been verified as a valid recipient of payments. After you sign up, you receive an email that allows you to verify your request for a PayPal account.
What does it mean to have a verified account on PayPal?
A verified PayPal account means that the account is free of the restrictions placed on non-verified accounts, such as lower sending amounts and higher fees. You can get this status on your account by providing your bank details (account, credit or debit card) to PayPal.
Why does PayPal want me to confirm my identity?
When you add money for the first time, we’re required to verify your identity through PayPal’s Customer Identification Program . Verifying your identity builds stronger security for everyone in the PayPal network. It also allows you to use additional products and services, such as adding money from your bank account.
How do I confirm my PayPal information?
How do we do it? If we need to confirm your identity, we’ll try to confirm your full name, residential address and date of birth electronically. If we can’t, we’ll ask you to submit two documents.
What does a valid PayPal address look like?
Your PayPal address is the email address on your PayPal account. You can double-check the address by logging in and going to Profile, and then Add or Edit Email. If it’s the only email address on your account, then you’re logging into your account using that email address as well. Don’t send your password, though!
What happens if you don’t confirm your identity on PayPal?
If we need to confirm your identity, we may limit your access to certain PayPal services until we receive and confirm your documents. This may include limiting your ability to send, withdraw or receive funds.
How long does it take PayPal to confirm my identity?
You should hear back from us pretty quickly, but in some cases, it could take up to 2-3 business days”. Its been over 4 days now and im still waiting for them to review my documents.