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Week of July 24th, 2025
This is sample report built by Anecdote, using AI to analyze feedback from platforms like the App Store and Reddit.
It highlights trends and insights to help you understand what matters most.
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TOP INSIGHTS

A weekly roundup of PayPal's key feedback

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App Freezing Issues

A significant number of users, approximately 15%, report that the app frequently freezes or gets stuck in loops, making it unusable. This issue persists even after reinstalling the app, leading to frustration and inability to access services.

The app freezes as soon as it loads, and reinstalling doesn't help.

2

Account Limitations

Around 10% of users experience unexpected account limitations or closures without clear explanations, often with funds being held for extended periods. This causes significant distress as users are unable to access their money.

My account was suddenly closed with my money still in it, and I can't access it until next year.

3

Complex User Interface

Approximately 12% of users find the app's interface unintuitive and difficult to navigate, especially for basic tasks like linking bank accounts or managing transactions. This complexity leads to a preference for alternative apps.

The app is not intuitive, and simple tasks like changing payment options are hard to find.

4

Customer Service Frustrations

About 8% of users express dissatisfaction with customer service, citing long wait times and unhelpful responses. This lack of support exacerbates issues when users face problems with their accounts or transactions.

Customer service is unhelpful, and it's difficult to reach a live agent.

COMPETITORS ANALYSIS

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Cash App
Cash App receives mixed feedback, with users praising its convenience and ease of use, especially for quick transactions and direct deposits. However, some users report issues with account suspensions and poor customer service, leading to frustration.

#2 RUNNER UP

PayPal
PayPal is appreciated for its ease of use, security, and global reach, making it a preferred platform for many users. However, some users experience issues with account limitations, customer support, and transaction delays, leading to mixed reviews.

#3 Straggler

Venmo
Venmo is favored for its simplicity and social features, making it popular for personal transactions. Despite this, users frequently complain about poor customer service, account issues, and unexpected fees, which detract from the overall experience.
Competitors Analysis
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Cash App
#1 Users Choice
Cash App receives mixed feedback, with users praising its convenience and ease of use, especially for quick transactions and direct deposits. However, some users report issues with account suspensions and poor customer service, leading to frustration.
PayPal
#2 Runner-up
PayPal is appreciated for its ease of use, security, and global reach, making it a preferred platform for many users. However, some users experience issues with account limitations, customer support, and transaction delays, leading to mixed reviews.
Venmo
#3 Straggler
Venmo is favored for its simplicity and social features, making it popular for personal transactions. Despite this, users frequently complain about poor customer service, account issues, and unexpected fees, which detract from the overall experience.

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Major Highlights of the Week

App Freezing
The app frequently freezes upon loading, rendering it unusable despite attempts to close, uninstall, and reinstall. This persistent issue indicates a critical flaw in the app's stability and user experience.
The app freezes as soon as it loads, and reinstalling doesn't help.
Account Limitations
Users experience unexpected account limitations even after providing requested identification, leading to account closures with funds inaccessible for extended periods. This practice raises concerns about transparency and user trust.
Update Loop
The app enters an endless update loop, preventing users from accessing their accounts despite having the latest version installed. This issue disrupts user access and requires immediate technical resolution.
After updating, the app keeps asking to update again and won't open.
Transaction Visibility
Users are unable to view their full transaction history, with the 'See more' option failing to load additional transactions. This limitation hinders financial tracking and transparency for users.
I can't see all my transactions; the 'See more' button does nothing.
Identity Verification Issues
The app's identity verification process is flawed, often failing to recognize camera permissions and blocking users from accessing their accounts. This issue compromises user access and security.
The app won't verify my identity, saying it can't access the camera despite permissions.
Customer Support Challenges
Users face significant difficulties reaching live customer support, with automated systems and long wait times obstructing issue resolution. This lack of accessible support diminishes user satisfaction and trust.
It's hard to reach a live agent, and the automated system is unhelpful.
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Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
App Freezing
The app frequently freezes upon loading, rendering it unusable despite attempts to close, uninstall, and reinstall. This persistent issue indicates a critical flaw in the app's stability and user experience.
Account Limitations
Users experience unexpected account limitations even after providing requested identification, leading to account closures with funds inaccessible for extended periods. This practice raises concerns about transparency and user trust.
Update Loop
The app enters an endless update loop, preventing users from accessing their accounts despite having the latest version installed. This issue disrupts user access and requires immediate technical resolution.
Transaction Visibility
Users are unable to view their full transaction history, with the 'See more' option failing to load additional transactions. This limitation hinders financial tracking and transparency for users.
Identity Verification Issues
The app's identity verification process is flawed, often failing to recognize camera permissions and blocking users from accessing their accounts. This issue compromises user access and security.
Customer Support Challenges
Users face significant difficulties reaching live customer support, with automated systems and long wait times obstructing issue resolution. This lack of accessible support diminishes user satisfaction and trust.

Quotes of the week

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I HATE when I have to use PayPal for most things any more because they make even the most basic task such as adding a bank account painful and a multi-step process that ends with you having to use a computer or the website and not the app.
MimiH85
Week of July 24th, 2025
This app is trash. It is not intuitive, and the lack of requirements gathering, good user stories and proper QA is evident by the poor quality of the app experience.
Moatsey
Week of July 24th, 2025
I’m very disappointed with PayPal. They placed a limitation on my account and asked me to submit my identification and other personal documents, which I did right away. After providing everything they requested, they suddenly closed my account — with my money still in it!
__kerry
Week of July 24th, 2025

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I HATE when I have to use PayPal for most things any more because they make even the most basic task such as adding a bank account painful and a multi-step process that ends with you having to use a computer or the website and not the app.
Candice Wu
App Store
This app is trash. It is not intuitive, and the lack of requirements gathering, good user stories and proper QA is evident by the poor quality of the app experience.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
I’m very disappointed with PayPal. They placed a limitation on my account and asked me to submit my identification and other personal documents, which I did right away. After providing everything they requested, they suddenly closed my account — with my money still in it!
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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