vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a formal complaint against the Credit Reporting Agencies ( CRAs ) for violating the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically Section 15 USC 1681b ( a ) ( 2 ), which governs the permissible purpose of furnishing consumer reports.

The FCRA explicitly states : " A consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. '' I DID NOT provide any written authorization or written instructions to the CRAs to report or share my consumer report information. Despite this, my information has been disclosed, which constitutes a clear violation of the law. 

Equifax, Experian and Transunion have violated my consumer rights. I am attempting to settle this inaccurate matter privately, NOW. I received a copy of my credit report and noticed account ( XXXX ) that needs to be immediately DELETED. It is as follows : XXXX Case Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX Number : XXXX XXXX Case Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to file a formal complaint against the Credit Reporting Agencies ( CRAs ) for violating the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically Section 15 USC 1681b ( a ) ( 2 ), which governs the permissible purpose of furnishing consumer reports.

The FCRA explicitly states : " A consumer reporting agency may furnish a consumer report under the following circumstances and no other : ( 2 ) In accordance with the written instructions of the consumer to whom it relates. '' I DID NOT provide any written authorization or written instructions to the CRAs to report or share my consumer report information. Despite this, my information has been disclosed, which constitutes a clear violation of the law. 

Equifax, Experian and Transunion have violated my consumer rights. I am attempting to settle this inaccurate matter privately, NOW. I received a copy of my credit report and noticed account ( XXXX ) that needs to be immediately DELETED. It is as follows : XXXX Case Number : XXXX XXXX XXXX Number : XXXX XXXX Case Number : XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-19 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Telecommunications debt
Issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Company: Radius Global Solutions LLC
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
I disputed a {$220.00} collection from Radius Global Solutions for an alleged XXXX XXXX debt. I requested full validation per FDCPA 809 ( b ), including a signed contract, billing records, and proof of legal authority and chain of title. No such documents were provided. Reporting continues despite lack of verification.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this report to dispute inaccuracies on my credit report. Equifax has acknowledged a system failure that led to my personal information being compromised and misused. Ive encountered credit denials because of this, and Im requesting that it be resolved within four business days.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-19 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
There has been fraudulent hard inquires made to my consumer report, there unauthorized charges made to my account

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-19 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
There has been fraudulent hard inquires made to my consumer report, there unauthorized charges made to my account

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-19 00:00:00
Product: Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan — Installment loan
Issue: Getting the loan — 
Company: CreditNinja Lending, LLC
State: MO

Complaint narrative:
On XX/XX/year> I checked my online bank account and observed a {$1000.00} deposit from credit ninja. I did not take a loan out with credit ninja. I contacted credit ninja and my bank. My bank immediately reversed the deposit as credit ninja also advised. I have submitted requested documents including copy of front and back of my drivers license, copy of bank statement to verify address, copy of check account to verify phone number, copy of police report, and signed affidavit as required by credit ninja to not only investigate the identity theft, but to also cancel the fraudulent loan, and to provide me the loan documents and IP address. I received an email from credit ninja today, XX/XX/year> giving me final notice that insufficient documentation was provided and they are closing the investigation adding that I am still responsible for the fraudulent loan. Side note, they have their funds as my bank reversed the fraudulent deposit. This is a scam. Please stop these predatory practices!!

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this formal complaint regarding multiple unauthorized hard inquiries that have appeared on my credit report. I have no knowledge, no relationship, and no prior authorization with the entities listed below. These inquiries were made without my consent, and they are negatively impacting my credit profile. 

Unauthorized Inquiries to Be Investigated and Removed : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXX/XX/XXXX I am requesting that CFPB investigate these unauthorized inquiries pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), particularly : FCRA 604 ( a ) ( 3 ) A hard inquiry may only be reported if a creditor has a permissible purpose. 

FCRA 611 I have the right to dispute inaccurate or unauthorized information and request reinvestigation. 

FCRA 607 Credit reporting agencies must ensure maximum accuracy of reported information. 

Since I never applied for credit with these entities nor granted any authorization, these inquiries must be removed immediately for being inaccurate and unauthorized. 

These unauthorized inquiries have caused damage to my credit score and placed me at risk of potential identity misuse. I am requesting a full investigation into how these inquiries were permitted, as well as prompt deletion of these inquiries from my credit reports with all bureaus. 

Please provide written confirmation of your findings and actions taken to correct these inaccurate items. 

Thank you for your assistance.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
My credit reports are inaccurate. These inaccuracies are causing creditors to deny me credit. You have the duty to report accurate information about consumers. Please investigate these accounts and inquires and update these accounts accordingly to avoid future litigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: AR

Complaint narrative:
b'GREETINGS I APPRECIATE YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER MY NAME IS XXXX XXXX. I HAVE SOME UNFORTUNATE NEWS I HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED I AM A VICTIM OF THE EQUIFAX DATA BREACH WHICH HAS RESULTED IN THE THEFT OF MY IDENTITY I AM SEEKING GUIDANCE PLEASE. I SEEK THE ENFORCEMENT OF MY CONSUMER RIGHTS AS SPECIFIED IN FCRA SECTION 605B (15 U.S.C. 1681-c2). AS AN INDIVIDUAL IMPACTED BY IDENTITY THEFT, I AM ENTITLED TO REQUEST THE REMOVAL OF ANY FRAUDULENT INFORMATION FROM MY CREDIT REPORT THANK YOU. THIS REGULATION MANDATES THAT CREDIT. HERE ARE THE ITEMS I AM ASKING YOU TO VERIFY AS ACCURATE:\n\n\nEquifax: [Account name: XXXX XXXX] [Account number:20XXXX]'

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-19 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Unexpected or other fees — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
Venmo took a few without permission or disclosing anything about it for {$3.00}.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-19 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I, XXXX XXXX, am submitting this complaint and request assistance from the CFPB regarding issues with my credit report. Upon reviewing my credit report, I discovered multiple accounts that I do not recognize. I later learned that my personal information was exposed during an Equifax data breach. 

As a result of this breach, my Social Security number and identity have been compromised, leading to unauthorized activity on my credit file. I have already reported this incident to the Federal Trade Commission, and the associated FTC Report Number is XXXX.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-19 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Reporting company used your report improperly
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
The creditor or furnisher is reporting a negative account with inaccurate or incomplete information. I have reviewed my credit report and found errors in the balance, payment history, and/or account status. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Section 623, furnishers must report accurate and verifiable information. I have requested verification and supporting documentation from the creditor, but they failed to provide proof of accuracy. Please investigate this matter and ensure the information is corrected or deleted if unverified. 

XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XX/XX/XXXX XXXX {$8200.00}

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-19 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U. S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. 

So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft. 

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Bank errors in billing and reporting are severely damaging my credit. Under TILA ( 15 U.S. Code 1666 ( b ) ), creditors must accurately reflect payments and credits, yet multiple violations have occurred : payments I made were not recorded, and there are blatant calculation errors in the reported amounts. Furthermore, I was not given the mandatory 21-day notice before a payment was due, rendering any late payment marks invalid. These inaccuracies constitute a direct violation of federal law and unjustly harm my credit standing.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
Unauthorized access to my credit report by several companies has severely damaged both my credit and my credit score. I previously contacted your agency and was explicitly assured by a representative that these unauthorized inquiries would be removed. That promise has been blatantly ignored these inquiries persist. This failure to act is completely unacceptable. The continued presence of these potentially fraudulent entries is deeply alarming and strongly indicates possible identity theft. This unresolved issue is causing ongoing emotional and financial harm.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Improper use of your report — Credit inquiries on your report that you don't recognize
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
When reviewing my credit report, I discovered several hard inquiries that I never authorized. 
These inquiries do not correspond to any applications or credit requests that I made, and I believe they may have resulted from identity theft or misuse of my personal information. 
To protect myself and follow the proper legal process, I filed a FTC Report ( Case No. XXXX ), documenting the unauthorized activity. 
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), once a valid identity-theft report is submitted, the credit bureau is legally required to block and delete any unauthorized information within four ( 4 ) business days. 
This requirement is clearly established under FCRA Section 605B ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ). 
Despite providing my police report and full documentation, the unauthorized hard inquiries remain on my credit file. 
Each inquiry represents access to my private credit data without permissible purpose, violating FCRA Section 604 ( 15 U.S.C. 1681b ). 
The continued appearance of these inquiries has harmed my credit score and raised concerns about the security of my personal information. 
It is unfair that I should suffer damage to my creditworthiness due to inquiries that I never authorized or initiated. 
I have acted responsibly by filing a police report, gathering proof, and contacting the bureau directly. 
However, no correction has been made, and I am now seeking the CFPBs intervention to ensure compliance with federal law and restoration of my consumer rights.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-19 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: AZ

Complaint narrative:
The Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U. S. Code 1681 ) says ( 1 ) The banking system is dependent upon fair and accurate credit reporting. Inaccurate credit reports directly impair the efficiency of the banking system, and unfair credit reporting methods undermine the public confidence which is essential to the continued functioning of the banking system. 

So whenever there is a violation under the FCRA, it impairs the efficiency of the banking system. This is a violation of my privacy with my consumer report, since I control what is listed and what is not. In the event that any accounts are reported without my written consent, that is considered identity theft. 

This is a violation of both 15 U.S. Code 1681b ( 2 ) and 15 U.S. Code 1681c-2. This leads way to civil liability against the credit reporting agency for negligent and willful noncompliance under 15 U.S. Code 1681n, which allows for {$1000.00} per violation, for account listed without my expressed written consent.

Company public response: Company has responded to the consumer and the CFPB and chooses not to provide a public response
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-11-20 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Information belongs to someone else
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: MI

Complaint narrative:
I did not authorize the use of my identity in any manner related to the inaccurate accounts or activities that have appeared in my name. My information was verified as part of the Equifax and TransUnion data breaches, which exposed sensitive personal data to unauthorized parties. 

FRAUDULENT ACCOUNTS : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX - Balance : {$0.00} - Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  - Balance : {$1900.00} - Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX  - Balance : {$2700.00} - Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX Balance : {$800.00} - Date Opened : XX/XX/XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief