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Cannot make payments in Chrome

### Title: **Cannot Make Payments in Chrome? What’s Going On?**

Hello everyone! Today’s post is dedicated to a frustrating issue that seems to be cropping up for quite a few users, especially those who rely heavily on Chrome as their browser of choice. Have you encountered the error alert while trying to make a payment on PayPal or any other site, only to be greeted with a wall of technical jargon instead of a successful payment? I aim to break down this problem and see if we can find a solution together or at least gain a little more clarity.

#### The Problem

Since the update to the latest version of Chrome, some users — but not all — have been experiencing difficulties when attempting to make payments on various websites. PayPal is one such site, but reports are surfacing across other commerce platforms as well. The following error message is quite common among those encountering the issue:

“`
react-dom.production.min.js:52 Uncaught TypeError: i.match is not a function
at f (:1:6936)
at V (:1:25413)
at :1:38112
at Object.p [as dispatch] (createStore.js:165)
at e (:1:40553)
at action-history.js:10
at hooks.js:34
at index.js:17
at middleware.js:22
at redux-logger.js:1
“`

This error is often seen in the console of your browser, and while it’s primarily visible for users who know how to access the developer tools, it can result in a frustrating user experience.

#### What This Error Means

The error message you see above is the result of a JavaScript issue on the website to which you are trying to pay. Specifically, the error `TypeError: i.match is not a function` means that somewhere in the script (in this case, related to React DOM handling), an object that was expected to have a `match` method does not.

The script is trying to do some kind of string matching or comparison, but fails because it is not receiving the expected input, leading to a break in the flow and resulting in the “fatal error” that prevents you from making a payment.

#### PayPal’s Response

Unfortunately, the frustration is often compounded when the platform in question, in this case PayPal, does not seem particularly motivated or capable of resolving the issue. This can lead to a sense of helplessness among users who are simply trying to get their work done or send a payment.

#### What Can You Do?

1. **Clear Your Cache and Cookies:**
Sometimes, the problem could be a corrupted cache or cookie that’s causing issues. To learn how to do this on Chrome, check out this [Google Help article](https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95589?hl=en).

2. **Disable Extensions:**
Enabled extensions can sometimes interfere with a website’s scripts, so disabling them is a good first step. Try disabling all extensions momentarily and see if the problem persists. If the issue is resolved, you can then re-enable them one by one to identify the culprit.

3. **Try a Different Browser:**
If clearing your cache and disabling extensions does not work, try using a different browser — Firefox, Safari, or Edge — to see if the issue is specific to Chrome.

4. **Contact PayPal Support:**
Since this seems to be a problem affecting multiple users, reaching out to PayPal support might yield some answers. Provide them with as much detail as possible about the issue, including the error message you see.

5. **Keep an Eye on Official Announcements:**
Check PayPal’s official website, social media handles like Twitter, or forums for updates. Sometimes, companies release quick fixes or patches without the most visible announcements.

#### Final Thoughts

While we wait for PayPal (or any other affected website) to resolve this critical issue, it’s essential to find workarounds. The above steps might offer some respite for users who need to make payments urgently. If you’re encountering this issue and have found a solution, feel free to share your experiences in the comments below!

Let’s hope that by raising awareness, we can put pressure on the tech teams to address this problem soon, ensuring a seamless payment experience for all users. Stay tuned for updates and happy browsing!

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