How do I get a refund from a scam?
Kysunflower
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Posted on
Dec-01-2023
12:43 AM
I ordered online and used my paypal debit card. afterward found the site was risky, a scam. Now how do I cancel the payment? It is on hold currently. Theres no where to click to report or anything.
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kernowlass
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Dec-01-2023
03:05 AM
You can't cancel a pending or completed payment.
Paypal covers you for non receipt of item OR item received but not as described.
You can open a dispute if that occurs as long as 7 days have passed since you have paid.
Advice is voluntary.
Kudos / Solution appreciated.

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