Social Security SS# EIN - will PayPal learn details of whose SS# / EIN it is? YES.

Thechronicles · #45 04-01-2008

They Will Know, It Is Considered Identity Theft.

someperson · #46 04-01-2008

Are You Serious? Come On. this Is Your Son. Dont Screw With Their Ss# Giving It Out All Willy Nilly.

Thechronicles · #47 04-01-2008

yea i agree

inezlachueca · #48 07-20-2008

how does paypal verify the age of the users? if you have all the information set up, can they find out if they are under 18?

greg2414 · #49 07-20-2008

only if you had to send in like passport, or some sort of i.d other than that no

p.s Dont send in real i.d

**aspkin** · #50 07-20-2008

Right, unless you send them the docs to prove they're under age, eBay doesn't know.

ebayhateluv · #51 07-20-2008

Yea, guys:
I think youre confused. Modee and Aspkin is correct.

EBAY: doesnt run the ssn
PAYPAL: does, at one time or another.
AND--theres no way to get around the ssn check...

divine422 · #52 07-20-2008

I think greg is answering from a UK perspective since he wouldnt have to submit a SS number. (this is why its good to put flags up i suppose)

Tiredofebay · #53 07-22-2008

When Ebay verifies your EIN with a business account. Do they see everything or just the name that the business it is connected to?

ebayhateluv · #54 07-22-2008

HI: Ive never heard of ebay verifying an ssn/ein or tin...
only paypal does that,,unless its something new?

Tiredofebay · #55 07-22-2008

I apologize, I meant PAYPAL. But again who are we kidding, their both a joke. But the previous question is pertaining to paypal rather. Thanks

philly387 · #56 07-23-2008

Is it in the user agreement or terms and conditions that PayPal is allowed to run a credit check?

ebayhateluv · #57 07-23-2008

Yes, plus Paypal handles funds/ basically fronts u the money while they collect from the buyers bank, etc..So in effect--they are advancing u funds..

Tiredofebay · #58 07-25-2008

THey want my EIN but of course I am using a fictitious name. What to do. I am still able to withdraw funds in the meantime but I am sure the you know what is about to hit the fan. If I provide them with the EIN, do they look up all the info of just see that the EIN matches my business name?

appolo-ca · #59 07-27-2008

Any thoughts what will happened if I send ssn with name match,but street address on credit file is different ?Will it be approved by paypal?

helpme1 · #60 08-30-2008

Hey tiredofebay

What ever happened with paypal requesting your EIN number? Did you pass through it with just the EIN or do they want more?

ba61590 · #61 08-30-2008

Can i just enter someone elses SS#

Or can paypal verify the name with the SS#

BlackMarketGirl · #62 09-01-2008

Hey, nobody is talking about a Canadian PP account. I live VERY close to CA...I might just open an account there without my SSN.

Thoughts?

helpme1 · #63 09-03-2008

ba61590

No you can't enter someone elses SSN unless it matches the name exactly that is attached to the SSN. If you have a family member,friend or associate that is willing to let you use their name and SSN then yes you can input that number. This question has been posted on this site alot and one that I was wondering and did find the answer to. I hope this helps.

Six Gun · #64 11-01-2008

Does anyone know if I can use a employer identification number instead of my social security number for paypal. I have done everything right and things are going great but sooner or later i might have to submit my SSN. If i could avoid this then i got ebay and paypal nailed to the wall. :D

kudo623 · #65 12-08-2008

Like Modee says this is all superfluous!
You can't exist on ebay forever under cover.
You must have a proxy--a relative who will establish an account
under their name, address, phone number, etc and allow you to run the business.
This should be a blood relative only.
Every one I know loves easy money so offer incentives to this relative up front and
every time you make a sale say 1% of net. As a bonus incentive, if their SS#/DL is ever needed an added $500 for producing each. Just think each step will be welcomed and you will be glad to pay as your proxy identity and trust will be established and solidified. This will go a long way for your peace of mind rather than going to sleep each night worrying for the rest of your life.

JamesYaBaoy · #66 12-08-2008

You can last on eBay FOREVER..just ditch paypal and get a merchant account