Is "PAYPAL INST XFER 231123 EBAY 800-456-32 EIGHT O PR" fraud?

Written by Gavin Brooks

June 18th, 2024

Medium Risk

What is "PAYPAL INST XFER 231123 EBAY 800-456-32 EIGHT O PR"?

eBay Inc. was established in 1995. It is a multinational corporation that facilitates consumer-to-consumer and business-to-consumer sales through its online platform. It is recognized for its wide and diverse array of products including but not limited to electronics, cars, clothes, collectibles, sporting goods, digital cameras, baby items, and everything else. eBay has stood the test of time, serving millions of customers worldwide for over 25 years.\n'

  • PAYPAL INST XFER: Indicates that the transaction was made through PayPal's instant transfer service.
  • 231123: Transaction code or reference number assigned by the bank for identification purposes.
  • EBAY 800-456-32: The merchant's name, specifically eBay, along with their contact phone number.
  • EIGHT O PRODUCTIONS IN: The name or description of the merchant or company receiving the payment.
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