To hide your real name on PayPal, you can set up a PayPal business account using your pen name as the name of your business. This way, when customers make payments to you, they will only see your business name and not your real name. However, it is important to note that you will still need to provide PayPal with your real name during the account setup process.
Here are the steps to create a PayPal business account and hide your real name:
1. Visit the PayPal website and click on the “Sign Up” button.
2. Select the “Business Account” option and click on “Get Started.”
3. Enter your email address and create a strong password for your PayPal account. Click on “Next.”
4. Provide your personal details, including your legal name, address, and phone number. PayPal requires this information for account verification purposes. Ensure that you enter your real name accurately.
5. Enter your business name as your pen name or any other name you wish to display to your customers. This will be the name that appears on your customers’ transaction details.
6. Provide additional business details, such as the business type and category. If you are an individual freelancer or author, you can select the appropriate category that best represents your work.
7. Follow the prompts to link your bank account or credit/debit card to your PayPal business account. This step is necessary for receiving payments from customers.
8. Once your account is set up, you can start using your PayPal business account to receive payments. When customers make payments to you, they will only see your business name and not your real name.
It’s important to remember that while your real name will be hidden from customers, PayPal will still have access to it for account verification and legal purposes. Also, it’s essential to comply with PayPal’s policies and guidelines when using their services.
In my personal experience, setting up a PayPal business account with a pen name as the business name has allowed me to maintain privacy and separate my personal identity from my online business. It has provided me with a sense of security and professionalism, especially when dealing with customers who prefer not to know my real name.
Creating a PayPal business account with your pen name as the business name is a viable option to hide your real name and maintain privacy while conducting online transactions.