Shop without sharing financial information with sellers. Your privacy is also safeguarded with:

• Data Encryption
  Safeguarding your financial and personal information is one of Paypal's most important priorities. That’s why they automatically encrypt all sensitive information sent between your computer and their servers.
• Online Safety Essentials
• Identity Protection Guide
  

  Identity theft is when your personal information is stolen and used illegally, to open accounts in your name. According to the Federal Trade Commission, identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in America.

  Techniques used to steal information.

  • Phishing and spoof. Impersonating a well-known organization through fraudulent (phishing) emails and spoof websites. Find out more with our Phishing Guide.
  • Examining garbage. Scavenging through trash bins to find old bank statements or other documents with personal information.
  • In person. Eavesdropping or spying on people during financial transactions.
  • Hacking. Breaking into computer databases and retrieving information.

  PayPal protection against identity theft.

  PayPal works 24/7 to help safeguard your privacy and protect your identity by using advanced technology and vigilant monitoring.

  • If you get an email that may be fraudulent, alert us by forwarding it to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
  • PayPal lets you shop without sharing your bank or credit card account numbers with the merchant.
  • We deploy fraud prevention technology that monitors transactions for suspicious activity.
  • We work with law enforcement to assist in apprehending and prosecuting fraudsters and to identity thieves.

  How to protect yourself from identity theft.

  • Get tips on Preventing Identity Theft.
  • Learn what to do if you believe your information may have been stolen with Fighting Identity Theft.
  • Refer to our Identity Theft Checklist.

  Part 2: Preventing Identity Theft

  Additional resources for everyone.

  To learn more Online Safety Essentials, go to:

  • Tips for Everyone. See how you can stay safe when you're online.
  • Security Tools. Security measures to ensure your protection.
  • Useful Links. Partnerships with outside agencies dedicated to your security.