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Has Paypal ever assisted anyone who was scammed by being asked for Friends and Family Payment for a goods transaction?
Paypal is very aware of this scam, for the average user the first time they've even heard of this time of transaction is when another member asks for them to send them money in that form. Usually something like "hey, can you send the money as friends and family? I can drop the price a couple bucks since I won't be charged the fee."
Paypal can easily eliminate this problem by requiring a person to check a box acknowledging,
- This payment is not for a good transaction.
- I am aware I have no ability to dispute this transaction once sent.
So why has Paypal made this so easy for scammers?
What actions will Paypal take if there is a problem?
What are the chances a State Attorney General might take some action to make the two bullet points above happen?
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I've always wonder why potential buyer trust and believe a seller when when the seller requests friends/family payment. It's as if they believe sellers set PayPal policy.
In reality, it is the seller who is well versed in PayPal polices, it is the seller who is savvy, smart, and knowledgeable.
Buyers need to be become the expert in all things PayPal. Buyers are the only ones who can change that.
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I think the clue is in the name, are they a member of your family...no, are they a close mate...no.............there you go.
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Click send money > put in email address > you have TWO OPTIONS.
1. Are you sending to a mate or family member..........err no, ok i won't use that option.
2. Are you paying for goods or services..........err yes, ok i'll use that option. Especially as underneath it says I'm covered by buyer protection.
If you can't work that out then its very sad that you were scammed but to be honest can't see how it can be made anymore obvious.
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