Do I need to use my real name if I'm not connected to my bank account?

[olliebird]

I want to open commissions on some sites (facebook, tumblr, and the likes) but I don't want people to see my real name.

I have a personal PayPal account I use with face to face business, but if people want to buy my artwork, I want to use my artist name instead.

If I don't link a business or personal account with my bank account (which is already connected to my personal account) would it be possible to use my artist name and send the money I recieve from it to my personal account instead, and go from there?

[PayPal_Olivia · Accepted solution]

Hi olliebird,

Welcome to the PayPal community!

When using PayPal, it is important to use accurate information, including the correct name. Use of a fake name is a violation of the PayPal User Agreement and is highly likely to cause an identity confirmation issue down the road.

I hope this helps!

- Olivia