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Paypal Surveyed Email. Is it Legit?

Discussion in 'PayPal' started by mich_alex, Feb 14, 2008.

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    hey guys. I just got an email from Paypal saying that they doing a random survey from time to time.

    Is this legit? but if it's a scam. how the hell they know about my transaction. is there a leak inside paypal. Need some help here guys.
     
    mich_alex, Feb 14, 2008 IP
  2. FHI

    FHI Guest

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    Not sure, some odd stuff floating around like this one. If you highlight the link it does not go to ebay and once on the site the navigation does not work. The other thing is I have not bought or sold anything on e-bay for over 2 years.

    Dear eBay Member,

    Congratulations! Your recent selling activity entitles you to Bronze status in the eBay PowerSeller Program. Please visit www.ebay.com/powerseller and sign in to activate your free membership to enjoy these great benefits and services:


    See the PowerSeller icon next to your User ID

    Free seller support via Live Chat, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for all Bronze PowerSellers. If you also meet the annual volume requirement, you are also eligible for phone support. Log in to the PowerSeller portal for the most updated information on your customer support options.

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    Be sure to sign up today--it's FREE! Visit www.ebay.com/powerseller and click "Member Sign In."

    Again, congratulations and best wishes for your continued success!

    Sincerely,
    eBay PowerSeller Team


    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    eBay sent this communication to you because of your outstanding feedback, high sales, and good account standing. If you would not like to be invited to join the PowerSeller program, follow the directions above, click "Member Sign In", and then click "Decline" at the bottom of the page. Please note that it may take up to 10 days to process your request.

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    Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners.
    eBay and the eBay logo are trademarks of eBay Inc.
    eBay is located at 2145 Hamilton Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125


    EDIT: In the e-mail version the link takes you to: http://power-premium-account.com/cgi5-ebay.com/home.htm which is dead now.
     
    FHI, Feb 14, 2008 IP
  3. wholahay

    wholahay Banned

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    i think that is a scam. but not sure, were they asking for your personal info ? i didn't receive email about that.
     
    wholahay, Feb 14, 2008 IP
  4. mich_alex

    mich_alex Well-Known Member

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    no. but the detail of transaction such as the amount of money and the buyer's email and even my business name is accurate. it just like it was really from Paypal. who else would know about that info besides them.
     
    mich_alex, Feb 14, 2008 IP
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    hav0c Notable Member

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    I highly doubt that's a scam. It just sounds like what it is, a quality about that specific transaction. Don't be so paranoid.;)
     
    hav0c, Feb 14, 2008 IP
  6. ARonald

    ARonald Peon

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    Do not worry its not a phishing mail. I did get one from them a while back when I posted a support query. If you do not want to participate in the survey dont else you can participate in the survey.
     
    ARonald, Feb 14, 2008 IP
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    kooka Peon

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    I got the same email...last 3 weeks...

    But they do survey on my limitation account

    and its not scam
     
    kooka, Feb 14, 2008 IP
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    pipsbank Banned

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    personal opinion - if limited acc or resolution survers then can be trusted..if they asked to login, dont answer
     
    pipsbank, Feb 14, 2008 IP
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    onlineravi Banned

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    Its not a scam its a normal mail inquiry about some topics
    Account Limitation
    Buying goods and so son on..
     
    onlineravi, Feb 14, 2008 IP
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    Most definitely not a scam since they address you by name and if the transaction for that amount on that date was made by you then it is definitely real. No one would know such private information apart from paypal, seller and buyer.
     
    eddy2099, Feb 14, 2008 IP
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    k3v Banned

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    Not a scam paypal sends survey emails,anyway if a mail don't ask for personal details can't be a scam.
     
    k3v, Feb 15, 2008 IP
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    It's not a scam, but just to be safe I never click on any emails about paypal. I just go to my acount to see if there is a problem.
     
    cool_78, Feb 15, 2008 IP
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    Shazz Prominent Member

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    I took a survey about their service and they said they would send me a free starbucks $10 Gift card. IT NEVER CAME :(
     
    Shazz, Feb 15, 2008 IP
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    I had a paypal survey similar to that after i got my account 'un'limited. I think its legit because they haven't asked you to sign in anywhere, and thats always a good sign :)
     
    MoT, Feb 15, 2008 IP