Paypal "enhanced Seller Protection" email

[ramram]

I just received this from Paypal (see below). Not sure if this is their attempt at minimizing the damage caused by scamming buyers initiating charge-backs through their own credit card companies as was talked about in some threads on here a few weeks ago. I was curious if others are receiving this email as well (actually you have to go into your Paypal account to read the details). Paypal also makes it sound like only certain sellers get this, if you have "Funds Now", whatever that is. I've had a Paypal account for 18 years but I don't sell much at all so not sure why I would receive any special treatment. I also don't have a "Business Account" as is mentioned.

Rob M

What is Seller Protection?
PayPal Seller Protection is a policy that can protect your transactions from chargebacks, reversals, and their associated fees. This means that if you sell something to a buyer, and they dispute or reverse the transaction, you may be eligible to retain the full purchase amount and avoid any related chargeback fees paid (for debit and credit card-funded transactions).

What makes PayPal Seller Protection different.
We want to make it easy for you to protect your online sales. When you open a Business account with us, we offer Seller Protection at no additional charge for eligible transactions. We also don’t limit the number of eligible payments, as long as you meet the eligibility requirements.

What PayPal Seller Protection covers.
PayPal’s Seller Protection program covers two kinds of buyer claims:
Unauthorized Transactions. This is when a buyer claims they didn’t authorize a payment.
Items Not Received. This is when a buyer claims they never received the item they purchased.

What PayPal Seller Protection doesn’t cover.
Seller Protection doesn’t cover buyer claims for items received that are ‘Significantly Not As Described (SNAD)’; in other words, what the buyer received doesn’t match what they ordered. For example: Say the buyer ordered a pink scarf but received a green one instead. But you can reduce SNAD complaints by:
Providing detailed and accurate descriptions of the items you are selling.
Communicating well with your buyers.
Answering any questions about the item(s) quickly.
Being open to resolving issues as they arise (refunds, returns, and exchanges) to prevent a formal complaint.

How to be eligible for PayPal Seller Protection.
To be eligible for PayPal Seller Protection, you must meet all of the following requirements.
The primary address for your PayPal account must be in the United States.
The item must be a physical, tangible good that can be shipped.
You must ship the item to the shipping address on the transaction details page in your PayPal account for the transaction. If you originally ship the item to the recipient's shipping address on the transaction details page but the item is later redirected to a different address, you will not be eligible for PayPal Seller Protection. We therefore recommend not using a shipping service that is arranged by the buyer, so that you will be able to provide valid proof of shipping and delivery.
You must respond to PayPal's requests for documentation and other information in a timely manner as requested in our email correspondence with you or in our correspondence with you through the Resolution Center. If you do not respond to PayPal’s request for documentation and other information in the time requested, you may not be eligible for Seller Protection.
If the sale involves pre-ordered or made-to-order goods, you must ship within the timeframe you specified in the listing. Otherwise, it is recommended that you ship all items within 7 days after receipt of payment.

What happens if you receive a complaint?
If the transaction in question meets the eligibility criteria, you’ll be able to keep the full purchase amount, and we’ll also waive any chargeback fees (for debit and credit card-funded transactions).

Keep in mind that while we’re reviewing the complaint, the money for the disputed transaction might be temporarily unavailable to you. If the dispute is decided in your favor, we’ll make the money available again as part of your PayPal balance.

It also takes teamwork to find a resolution. In addition to meeting the eligibility requirements, you also need to respond to any reversal within the timeframe given. Be sure to include the appropriate proof of delivery or proof of shipment, depending on the requirements.

How to prevent complaints and reversals.
You won’t be able to prevent all reversals but you can help by providing thorough and accurate details of the items you sell, shipping quickly, and communicating well with your buyers. The little details go a long way. However, reversals are part of doing business to some degree. Always make sure you follow the PayPal Seller Protection Policy to protect yourself. Here are a few actionable tips:

To reduce (Items Not Received) INR complaints:
Communicate well with your buyers.
Be clear about shipping timeframes.
Ship only using reputable shipping partners who can provide online shipment tracking details.
Share shipping details with your buyers.

[Promethius88]

I got it yesterday but didn't read the details until now. I guess it could help, in some cases and I could be wrong, but doesn't come across as too earth shattering to me.

[sb1]

Has anyone else noticed the new Paypal "cash" account when logging in. I used to just get the notice "you have money" now I get a different notice and I have to accept the money and either enroll in their new program or just forward it straight to the linked back account.

The new account page appears to have something to do with the split from paypal and accepting new terms and resigning up with name/address/DOB/Social etc???

[TanksAndSpartans]

Yeah, its something new. I'm not sure about "resigning up with name/address/DOB/Social etc???", I think its just their attempt to try to get you to link a bank account. I wound up having to call customer service - you can pm me if you get stuck trying to "accept" your money.

[sb1]

It asks for all of your info again. I already have a bank account and credit card linked to the PP account. It gives me the choice of sending it directly to my back or opening the new cash account. I just send it to the bank and it goes thru just as it used to. I can't imagine they are having every user, reup for the new cash account.

[Exhibitman]

There is a little-known codicil in the PayPal rules which gives the company unlimited power to preserve order in time of emergency. Find me a way to minimize our liability and pass all the risks to seller. Put Neidermeyer on it. He's a sneaky little shit, just like you, right? [Greg nods] The time has come for someone to put their foot down. And that foot is me.