How to Cancel a PayPal Account Safely

1. Log in to your account on the PayPal website.
2. Click the 'Profile' link at the top of the homepage.
3. Click the 'My settings' link on the left side of the page.
4. Click 'Close Account' in the section labeled 'Account type.'
5. Complete the security information to finalize the account closure. The final questions are based on your individual account settings and information, and may include verifying credit card or bank account numbers that are on file with PayPal. You cannot close your account if you have a balance or any unresolved issues.