PayPal Permanently Deactivated My Account — Need Advice on Next Steps

[Mr Cool]

Hello everyone,

I’ve just received an email from PayPal stating that my account has been permanently deactivated. The message says they are no longer offering services for my account due to activity they cannot process, possibly related to their policies or local laws. The relevant points from the email are:

- Account permanently deactivated with no possibility of reactivation.
- I can still view transaction history and download statements.
- Funds (if any) may be held for up to 180 days for chargebacks or liabilities.
- No clear explanation of what activity caused this permanent closure.

I’m looking for advice on:

- Has anyone experienced a similar permanent deactivation by PayPal?
- Are there any effective ways to appeal or communicate with PayPal about this?
- What alternative payment solutions do you recommend for handling client payments internationally?
- How should I handle the funds that PayPal may hold for 180 days?

Any insights, experiences, or suggestions would be highly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

 

[SilverClouds]

Doesn't sound too good. Can you take out the funds at all? I got banned on paypal years ago and haven't used it since but it had 0 balance because I'd wire the money out right away after receiving it.

I just got banned on google ads (again) lol.

 

[Zwielicht]

- What alternative payment solutions do you recommend for handling client payments internationally?

Wise is a pretty good one for this.

I’ve also taken a liking to Stripe since building my up Office Outlaw, so that’s another one you can look into.

Doesn't sound too good. Can you take out the funds at all? I got banned on paypal years ago and haven't used it since but it had 0 balance because I'd wire the money out right away after receiving it.

I just got banned on google ads (again) lol.

That’s what I always do with PayPal as well. It’s far better to transfer the funds out of there as fast as you can than to leave it with PayPal.