To cancel a PayPal payment, you can follow these steps:
Log in to Your PayPal Account: Visit the PayPal website and sign in using your account credentials.
Access Your Activity: Once logged in, navigate to the “Activity” or “Summary” page. This will display a list of your recent transactions.
Find the Payment You Want to Cancel: Locate the payment you wish to cancel from the list of recent transactions. You can use the search or filter options if needed.
Initiate Cancellation: If the payment is still pending or unclaimed, you should see an option to cancel the payment. This option is typically labeled as “Cancel” or “Cancel Payment.” Click on it.
Confirm Cancellation: PayPal will ask you to confirm your decision to cancel the payment. Follow the prompts to confirm the cancellation.
Check for Cancellation Confirmation: After canceling, you should receive confirmation of the cancellation. This may be displayed on-screen or sent to you via email. Be sure to keep this confirmation for your records.
It’s important to note that you can only cancel a payment if it’s in a pending or unclaimed status. Once a payment is completed, you won’t be able to cancel it, but you may be able to request a refund from the recipient. If you’re unable to cancel the payment online or if you encounter any difficulties, you can also try contacting PayPal customer support for assistance. They should be able to help you with canceling the payment or provide guidance on how to proceed.