Why am I getting a email from Paypal ?
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Mar-17-2019
11:32 AM
Why am I getting a email from Paypal stating that I am required to make a donation to humanitarian cause?
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Mar-21-2019
10:29 AM
Hey K49,
Based on what you've said, it sounds like you may have received a spoof email. PayPal will not send emails demanding payment or donations for causes. I would advise checking this link for information on identifying fake emails. I hope this information helps!
- Ashley M
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