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### Buyers’ Protection: Can You Claim PayPal’s 180 Days Buyer Protection in India?

Hello there, IAM Kapil!

If you’re looking to buy electronic goods from an individual seller using PayPal and are concerned about protection in case something goes wrong, this blog post is for you. I’ll break down the situation for someone in India like you who plans on making a purchase using a credit card.

#### How Does PayPal Buyer Protection Work?

PayPal’s Buyer Protection mechanism is designed to safeguard buyers in several different scenarios. These include:

1. **Non-delivery of Goods**: If you paid for an item, but the seller does not ship the item to you.
2. **Significantly Not as Described**: If the item you received is significantly different from what was described by the seller, or the seller significantly altered the item after agreeing to what was to be shipped.
3. **Confirmed Receipt of a Stolen or Fraudulent Item**: If you receive an item that you confirm is stolen from you, or you receive a fraudulent item.

#### Who Is Eligible?

PayPal’s official website provides details on who qualifies for Buyer Protection. In brief, eligibility includes:

– The transaction has to be made using a PayPal account.
– The transaction must fall within the scope of services listed in PayPal’s Buyer Protection policy.
– You have to fall under one of the nationalities or regions in which PayPal’s Buyer Protection policy is applicable.

#### Can You Claim 180 Days Buyer Protection with an Individual Seller in India?

For buyers in India, the details can vary slightly depending on the type of transaction:

1. **Buyer Protection on Individual Transactions**:
– PayPal generally offers Buyer Protection for transactions made with registered businesses, but it can sometimes extend to purchases from individual sellers under certain circumstances. However, this is not guaranteed and can depend on the specifics of the situation.

2. **Transactions with Individuals**:
– When you buy from an individual, you might not qualify for Buyer Protection, especially under the strict conditions of the 180-day period.
– PayPal’s main emphasis is on transactions made with registered businesses to ensure a certain level of safety and security for the buyer.

#### Using a Credit Card Additional Protection

When you use a credit card for your transactions, you generally get extra protection in addition to PayPal’s Buyer Protection. Credit card issuers often offer zero-liability protection, meaning you won’t be responsible for the charges if the transaction turns out to be fraudulent or if the item isn’t delivered as promised.

For India, you should also note that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in India provides additional protection for cardholders under certain conditions based on the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 (PSS Act).

#### What Should You Do?

Given these considerations, here are some tips for ensuring your purchase is safe:

– **Communicate Clearly**: Make sure you understand all the terms of the sale and get them in writing or through well-documented communication.
– **Verify the Seller**: While individuals may not be covered under Buyer Protection, a good reputation and positive reviews can still be valuable proof of the seller’s reliability.
– **Use PayPal Checkout**: Whenever possible, use PayPal’s checkout system to trace the transaction easily.
– **Secure Payment Methods**: Use a credit card for an extra layer of protection if you choose to buy from an individual.

Even with these precautions, Buyer Protection in transactions with individual sellers might not extend to 180 days or beyond, as it generally applies to verified businesses. Therefore, it is crucial to be extra careful and do your due diligence when purchasing from non-business sellers.

If you’re worried about the protections offered, you might consider reaching out to PayPal directly for their latest guidelines and any potential updates to their policy affecting individual sellers.

Thanks for reading! I hope this information helps you make a safer and more informed purchase online.

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