How to delete your account from PayPal

General Prerequisites

• Ensure you have access to your PayPal account.
• Make sure there are no pending transactions or unresolved issues.
• Withdraw any remaining balance to your bank account or another payment method.

Helpful or Basic Information to Conduct the Steps Required

• Deleting your PayPal account is permanent and cannot be undone.
• You will lose access to all transaction history and account information.
• Ensure you have downloaded any necessary records before proceeding.

Steps to delete your account

1. Log in to your PayPal account:

   • Visit paypal.com and log in with your credentials.

2. Navigate to Account Settings:

   • Click on the gear icon (⚙️) located at the top right corner of the page to access your account settings.

3. Go to Account Preferences:

   • In the Account Settings menu, click on the "Account Preferences" tab.

4. Close your account:

   • Scroll down to the "Account type" section.
   • Click on the "Close your account" link.

5. Confirm the closure:

   • Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm the closure of your account.
   • You may be asked to provide a reason for closing your account.

Notes

• If you encounter any issues or do not have access to your account, you can contact PayPal customer support for assistance.
• Make sure to resolve any pending issues or transactions before attempting to close your account.
• Once your account is closed, you will not be able to reopen it or access any of your transaction history.