PayPal Email Scam PDF Invoices Scamming - Fraud 0 0 9 1 Mar 28, 2026 2026-03-28T18:28:39-05:00 Mar 28, 2026 2026-03-28T18:33:52-05:00 Online Threat Alerts (OTA) A PayPal email PDF scam typically involves a fake invoice or "order confirmation" sent via email, aiming to trick you into calling a bogus support number listed in the attached PDF to "reverse" a fake transaction. These emails use scare tactics about unauthorized charges to steal personal information or payment details. How to Spot the ScamSuspicious Sender: The email address does not end with "@paypal.com" or uses a generic, public domain like Gmail.Attached PDF: The scam centers on opening a document that mimics a professional, branded invoice.Urgency & Phony Number: The PDF instructs you to call a support line immediately to cancel the payment, which connects you directly to scammers.Generic Greeting: Emails often use "Dear User" or your email address instead of your actual name.What to DoDo Not Call: Never call the phone number listed in the PDF.Check Your Account: Log in directly via the official PayPal website or app to verify transactions, not through the email links.Forward to PayPal: Forward the suspicious email to phishing@paypal.com.Delete & Block: Block the sender and delete the email permanently.Scan for Malware: If you opened the PDF, run a scan with reputable antivirus software to ensure no malware was installed.