So I have a problem. I signed up on paypal using my nickname, and not my full legal name (like a dummy). I was already having difficulty getting everything set up with my account, but when I tried to link my SSN using a passport, I neglected to let those who would check it know that my account is under a nickname, and not my full name. I didn't want to go through the whole fiasco of finding my passport and submitting my SSN again, so I made up my mind to close my account.
However, paypal seems to want to make me suffer. I am unable to do ANYTHING! I can't change my name on my paypal to my legal name, I can't close my account, and I certainly can't accept money from anyone unless it's on a gift card. All because my sign-up information was messed up due to me using my nickname.
How do I fix this??? I just want to close my account to sign up again with my REAL name, but I'm stuck in an endless loop of "let us know your real name to confirm your account" that leads into "confirm your account to let us know your real name". PLEASE HELP!
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