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To cancel your PayPal Extras Mastercard, call customer service at (844) 373-4961 or the number on the back of your card. Before canceling, make sure to pay down any outstanding balance you might have on your account.
Here’s how to cancel your PayPal Extras Mastercard credit card:
- Call (844) 373-4961.
- When prompted, press “1” to continue with your call.
- You can then enter the phone number associated with your account or your Social Security Number.
- When asked by the automated system what do you need help with, say “More Options” and then say “Close Account”.
- Wait to be connected to a customer service representative.
Keep in mind that canceling the card might hurt your credit score for a short period of time. Since it doesn’t have an annual fee, it’s best to just keep it open without a balance. But if you do decide to cancel your PayPal Extras Mastercard, you can check the effect it will have on your score by using WalletHub’s free credit score simulator.
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