PayPal Paypal Reader Warranty & Returns Customer Service

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PayPal Paypal Reader Warranty & Returns Customer Service number

877-569-1136
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How do I talk to a human at this PayPal number?

A:If asked for a one-time passcode, say "I don't have one", then press 0 through the next 4-5 questions/requests to verify account. You will reach a live agent, who will then ask you to verify account info.
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Does this phone number work 24/7?

A:Yes! This phone number operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The least busy day is Friday, and the most busy day is Tuesday. See below for more and to learn where this data comes from.
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How long will I have to wait to speak to PayPal Paypal Reader Warranty & Returns Customer Service?

A:The average hold time is 20 minutes. The longest hold times are on Wednesday, and the shortest are on Monday.

All PayPal customer service contact information

This is the #3 most popular PayPal phone number out of 4. Click above to go back to the main customer service number and other contact information, including PayPal email addresses, twitter handles, and live chat options.

More PayPal Customer Phone Numbers

Customer Service

888-221-1161
Main phone number · Toll-free · 24 hours 7 days · If asked for a one-time passcode, say "I don't have one", then press 0 through the next 4-5 questions/requests to verify account. You will reach a live agent, who will then ask you to verify account info. · What are the last 4 digits of your Social Security number?

Business Support Center

402-935-2050
24 hours, 7 days · If asked for a one-time passcode, say "I don't have one", then press 0 through the next 4-5 questions/requests to verify account. You will reach a live agent, who will then ask you to verify account info. · What are the last 4 digits of your Social Security number?

Merchant Services

855-456-1330
Toll-free · 24 hours, 7 days · If asked for a one-time passcode, say "I don't have one", then press 0 through the next 4-5 questions/requests to verify account. You will reach a live agent, who will then ask you to verify account info. · For the Merchant Sales division: To get support with an existing account, press 1. To inquire about a new account, press 2.

How do I get through the phone menu to a real live person?

GetHuman researchers routinely call this PayPal phone number to document the phone system.
Here is our latest tip for weaving through the phone menu to get to a real person the fastest: If asked for a one-time passcode, say "I don't have one", then press 0 through the next 4-5 questions/requests to verify account. You will reach a live agent, who will then ask you to verify account info.
Here is how our research team describes the way the PayPal phone system greets you: What are the last 4 digits of your Social Security number?
Below are some clips we've found from PayPal's phone menus and tips that help give an idea of what you will encounter when you call. We've highlighted why they are important as well:

They may need the phone number on your account

"Thanks for calling PayPal. This call, including conversations with you or any other person, may be recorded or monitored for quality or security purposes. To get started, what's the ten digit phone number on your PayPal account?"
Excerpt from a call with PayPal
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 9:50 AM

They may ask your reason for calling (instead of a menu)

"Or you can say enter a passcode. I don't know it."
Excerpt from a call with PayPal
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 1:37 PM

They may ask you to enter information with the dial pad

"I don't know it. Or I don't have an account. I didn't hear anything. Using your keypad, please enter your phone number including area code."
Excerpt from a call with PayPal
Monday, July 8, 2024 10:03 PM

The first phone menu

"Thanks for calling PayPal. This call including conversations with you or any other person, may be recorded or monitored for quality or security purposes. To get started, what's the ten digit phone number on your PayPal account? Please say or enter your phone number. One digit at a time including the I didn't hear anything. Using your keypad, please enter your phone number including area code.
If you don't know the phone number, press one.
If you're on the PayPal website and have a onetime passcode, press two."
Excerpt from a call with PayPal
Saturday, May 4, 2024 10:59 AM

What are the hours and when should I call?

PayPal operates the call center for this 877-569-1136 phone number 24 hours, 7 days. The short answer is that you should call on a Friday. This observation and the following section are based on analysis of a sample set of 117 calls made in the last 90 days using our free, web-based phone (see above).
An important note: busy times vs hold times vs best time to call
When we refer to busy or less busy times, we are talking about the volume of calls. The busiest times are when the most people are calling this PayPal phone number (least busy times have fewer people calling). This high call volume does not necessarily mean that you will have a long hold time when you call. Companies like PayPal staff their call centers differently based on the time of day and day of the week, so you may experience a shorter wait on hold at the busiest of times. When we refer to the best time to call, we are referring to the optimal combination of lower call volume and shorter wait times.

The least busy time to call

The least busy day to call PayPal is Friday. The most busy day to call is Tuesday, which averages 200% more phone calls by comparison. Again, this is based on a sample of 117 calls made with our AI-powered, web-based phone in the last 90 days.
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The shortest wait on hold

We measured the shortest hold times to be on Monday. The longest wait in the queue on average occurs on Wednesday.

The best time to call

In summation, the best day to call PayPal is Friday. This is not the day with the shortest wait on hold in the phone system, but we still recommend it for its ideal combination of low call volume and short hold times. Plus we believe that PayPal staffs the call center well on Friday.

Why call this PayPal number?

Below is a sample of recent calls to PayPal, and their purpose. Are any of these similar to the reason you are trying to call?
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- From a call lasting 3m 15s , Dec 11, 2024 7:34 PM
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- From a call lasting 2m 9s , Dec 4, 2024 9:50 AM
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- From a call lasting 3m 17s , Nov 30, 2024 12:04 AM
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- From a call lasting 31s , Oct 24, 2024 3:28 PM
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- From a call lasting 27s , Oct 14, 2024 3:53 AM
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- From a call lasting 3m 32s , Oct 1, 2024 12:06 AM
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- From a call lasting 2m 17s , Oct 1, 2024 12:03 AM
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- From a call lasting 3m 50s , Sep 18, 2024 4:24 PM
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- From a call lasting 3m 49s , Jul 29, 2024 3:29 AM
Troubleshooting assistance: "I need help with troubleshooting failures on my account."
- From a call lasting 5m 8s , Jul 11, 2024 7:18 AM

Calling this PayPal Customer Number

When I called this number, I was immediately connected with PayPal's automated system. Some of the reasons one might call this line include resolving issues with a PayPal transaction or getting help accessing an account. Representatives here can also help you update your account information or report fraud. You might also contact this line with a consumer complaint regarding a product or service you ordered and paid for through PayPal. 

The computer system scanned my phone number and let me know that the number I was calling from matched company records for an active account. Then, it asked for some personal verification information. This included the last four digits of a debit or credit card connected with my PayPal account. I was also asked to reenter my phone number, including the area code. 

After I authenticated my information, a recording asked what I needed help with. When I tried to state that I was having trouble accessing my account, the recognition system didn't register all my words. I had to restate my inquiry before I was told to wait on hold for an agent. As I waited, I was told my call may be monitored or recorded. Then, the system played some music. I wasn't given the option to request a callback at the number I entered or leave a message for an agent to address later. 

I waited for about 30 minutes before someone picked up my call, although I did call during midday. The wait time could be shorter in the evening, outside peak hours. When they answered, the agent was friendly but sounded like they wanted to finish my call as soon as possible. 

I asked the rep for help troubleshooting issues with account access. They encouraged me to visit the website's help section, but I kept them on the line with a few questions. The person I spoke to had a thick accent and was a little difficult to understand, but they were happy to repeat their directions when necessary. They answered my questions quickly and seemed genuinely knowledgeable about the ins and outs of PayPal account details.

I also asked for help changing my account information, including the email it was connected to. The representative provided straightforward and easy-to-follow directions about how to perform the changes, although they said they could not do it for me. Overall, although I waited a long time to be connected, the agent quickly resolved my issues; I spent only a couple of minutes speaking with them. 

Christian has been writing about long hold times and customer service call center experiences since 2010. He's been featured in Bloomberg, the Wall Street Journal and the Boston Globe.

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