high risk
Funds may be held or restricted
“Your available balance may be held while we review risk, disputes, or reversals.”
Access to money can be delayed or restricted.
Lay The Terms
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PayPal User Agreement
PayPal is a financial account agreement with meaningful money-control terms: holds, reserves, reversals, chargebacks, account limits, and liability rules.
Soul Scale
6.5/10
Band
Hooked terms
Verdict
Risky
Tilt
Favours company
Top red flags
high risk
Chargebacks and reversals
“You may be responsible for chargebacks, reversals, claims, fees, fines, penalties and other liability.”
Financial risk can shift to the account holder.
high risk
Liability limits
“PayPal’s liability is limited to the extent allowed by law.”
Recovery options may be limited if something goes wrong.
high risk
Account limitations
“We may place limits on your account to protect PayPal, users, or others.”
Account controls can affect payment acceptance and withdrawals.
medium risk
Fees and currency conversion
“Fees may apply when sending, receiving, or converting money.”
Cost and conversion terms can materially affect transaction value.
Related glossary terms
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