A caller said they were from PayPal about a nearly $300 charge; I've never been contacted by PayPal this way before. Could this be a scam?
PayPal charge alert call – scam warning!
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The call you got sounds like a classic PayPal phishing scam. Scammers often claim there’s a large, unexpected charge and demand immediate action, hoping you’ll panic and share personal or financial details. Remember, legitimate PayPal communications are usually sent via email or through the app, not a cold call. Never give out passwords, credit‑card numbers, or verification codes over the phone. If you’re unsure, hang up and log into your PayPal account directly to check for any alerts. You can also forward the number to your carrier’s spam‑reporting line. Staying skeptical and verifying through official channels is your best defense.
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