vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Early Warning Services, LLC
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am writing to formally express my concerns regarding Zelle 's handling of disputes, especially in light of the recent lawsuit from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) that highlights significant issues with the platform. Despite using Zelle multiple times and reporting discrepancies, both my financial institution and Zelle have inadequately investigated my claims. I have been informed that recovering lost funds is impossible and that tracking these transactions is unfeasible. 

The findings from the CFPB indicate that Zelle has not only failed to protect consumers but has also allowed repeat offenders to exploit the system, leaving users vulnerable to scams. This lack of accountability and transparency is unacceptable and raises serious concerns about consumer safety.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — I do not know
Issue: Written notification about debt — Didn't receive enough information to verify debt
Company: Portfolio Recovery Associates, LLC
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
im writing to report that my personal information has been stolen and used fraudulently to open accounts in my name. i discovered this issue on XX/XX/2025 when i was checking my credit reports through notification from a creditor. Name of the financial institution or company showing on my credit report is collections Portfolio Recovery XXXX XXXX, portfolio recovery XXXX, Portfolio Recovery XXXX. I Did not authorize the opening of these accounts, and i am concerned about the impact on my credit and personal finances. I am requesting assistance in investigating this matter and preventing further fraudulent use of my information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: CA

Complaint narrative:
I am filling this complaint that's against Equifax for failing to proper investigate regarding my inaccuracies in credit report. Despite my submissions, Equifax consistently responds within 24 hours stating the account is accurate, without providing any evidence of a thorough investigation. This practice violates ( FCRA ) the Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C 1681i, which mandates a reasonable investigation of disputes. Furthermore, Equifax 's actions may also contravene the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ), 12 U.S.C 5536 ( a ) ( 1 ) ( A ) - ( B ), as highlighted in the CFPB 's recent administrative proceedings ( File No. 2025-CFPB-0002 ) against them for similar violations. I request that the CFPB take action to ensure Equifax complies with the federal law and provides consumers with the necessary proof of their investigation.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
Experian has failed to fulfill its legal obligation under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation of disputed information on my credit report, leaving inaccurate or unverifiable accounts unresolved. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ( CFPB ) has recently filed a lawsuit against Experian, alleging systemic issues such as failing to forward consumer-provided evidence to furnishers, accepting unreliable responses, and failing to adequately notify consumers of dispute outcomes. These failures align with my experience, where Experian has neither corrected nor removed disputed items despite the evidence l provided, causing ongoing harm to my credit standing. I am requesting immediate corrective action to remove or amend the disputed accounts, as Experian 's inaction violates federal law and my rights as a consumer.

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 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: EQUIFAX, INC.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
UPON EXAMINING MY CREDIT REPORTS, I NOTICED THAT ALTHOUGH YOU HAVE NOT PROVIDED ANY EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT THE ACCURACY OF THE DEBT. YOU CLAIMED TO HAVE COMPLIED WITH ALL LEGAL AND REGULATORY REPORTING REQUIREMENTS, THUS YOU HAVE TO DELETE ALL NEGATIVE AND CRITICAL ACCOUNTS. a consumer reporting agency shall block the reporting of any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt by such agency.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am filling a complaint against Cash App ( Block , Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected. Furthermore, their dispute resolution process was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress for these violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 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: TX

Complaint narrative:
Upon reviewing my credit report, I have identified inaccurate accounts that need reporting and correction through your company.

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 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account status incorrect
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
I always pay my bills on time, I know this for sure. I dont understand why this company says I paid late in some months. According to USC 1666b, any billing mistake should be fixed and marked as paid on time.

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 2025-01-29 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
I do not owe any debt to this company and do not believe they are legitimately trying to collect

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 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Virtual currency
Issue: Confusing or missing disclosures — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
XXXX has trapped me. I deposited XXXX about XXXX dollars their minimum withdrawal is {$100.00} but they won't let me buy more because it says I can't use my card that's already linked to keep transactions separate. Which is total XXXX  I just want my money out of there!!!!

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: OH

Complaint narrative:
MY PERSONAL INFORMATION WAS INVOLVED IN BOTH XXXX AND XXXX DATA BREACH. I OBTAINED A COPY OF MY CREDIT REPORT AND IDENTIFIED ACCOUNTS THAT I HAVE NO KNOWLEDGE OF, NOR HAVE I EVER OPENED. 

I CONTACTED EACH BUREAU BY PHONE AND FOLLOWED BY CERTIFIED MAIL REQUESTING VERIFICATION OF EACH ACCOUNT. EACH ACCOUNT IS UNVERIFIABLE BUT STILL REPORTING TO MY CONSUMER PROFILE. 

I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY AND HAVE NOT GIVEN ANY WRITTEN PERMISSION FOR THIS INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED TO MY PROFILE WHICH IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681B FURNISHING ACCOUNTS IN DIRECT RESULT OF IDENTITY THEFT IS IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681 C-2 EACH BUREAU HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF REPORTING MAXIMUM ACCURACY, REPORTING INACCURATE ACCOUNTS IS IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681EB .

DUE TO THE NEGLIGENCE OF EACH BUREAU IF NOT CORRECTED WITHIN 15 BUSINESS DAYS I WILL BE SEEKING MONETARY COMPENSATION OF {$1000.00} PER VIOLATION AND LEGAL ACTION

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 2025-01-29 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: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: AL

Complaint narrative:
ALL REPORTED DATA MUST BE COMPLETE, CORRECT, AND PROVEN IF CHALLENGED. I DO NOT GRANT YOUR AUTHORITY TO REPORT VERSUS ME WITHOUT ADEQUATE COMPLIANCE OF STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS BEING APPLICABLE THROUGHOUT. AS SUCH I DEMAND DELETION IMMEDIATELY OF YOUR DECLARED CLAIMS AGAINST ME. PER COMMON LAW, YOU ARE DEMANDED TO DEMONSTRATE THAT YOU CAN AND HAVE WILLINGNESS TO ABSOLUTELY VERIFY AND VALIDATE ( OR JUST SAY ''CERTIFICATE '' ) EVERY AND ONE EVEN EACH ANY AND OR ALL ALLEGATIONS YET PHYSICALLY DEFICIENT OR ALL ALLEGATIONS YET PHYSICALLY DEFICIENT OR UNPROVEN MINE, CHALLENGED OR NOT.

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 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: GA

Complaint narrative:
UPON EXAMINING MY CREDIT REPORTS, I NOTICED THAT ALTHOUGH YOU HAVE NOT PROVIDED ANY EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT THE ACCURACY OF THE DEBT. YOU CLAIMED TO HAVE COMPLIED WITH ALL LEGAL AND REGULATORY REPORTING REQUIREMENTS, THUS YOU HAVE TO DELETE ALL NEGATIVE AND CRITICAL ACCOUNTS. a consumer reporting agency shall block the reporting of any information in the file of a consumer that the consumer identifies as information that resulted from an alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt by such agency.

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 2025-01-29 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 HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY THE EQUIFAX DATA BREACH. PER 15 USC 1681 C-2 STATES EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THIS SECTION A CONSUMER REPORTING AGENCY SHALL BLOCK THE REPORTING OF ANY INFORMATION IN THE FILE OF A CONSUMER THAT THE CONSUMER IDENTIFIES AS INFORMATION THAT RESULTED FROM AN ALLEGED IDENTITY THEFT. 

XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Other banking product or service
Issue: Problem with a lender or other company charging your account — Transaction was not authorized
Company: CITIZENS FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
My bank account with citizens Bank, was robbed through XXXX XXXX my bank card was stored on my phone and I used it for a online service that cost a dollar and right after that they took XXXX $ that i challenged with my bank and it was returned then a few days later they took XXXX $ i was told by my bank they could do nothing until the charges that was pending cleared and they could dispute it. Then I went on a XXXX for 9 days had no phone or internet services for days on out only to find out my checking account was wiped clean for over XXXX when contacting them again they said that my transactions was with XXXXXXXX XXXX  off of a website I dont even use, nor even heard of, my claims and disputes was all submitted with supporting documents and I was still found at fault because it was through XXXXXXXX XXXX  the investigation was poorly done, something that shouldve took 7 to 14 days or even 30 days was done in less then 1 day resubmitted the same claim and supporting documents and as soon as it was time for me to receive a provisional credit they denied the claim again saying they found me liable because it was through XXXX XXXX.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
MY PERSONAL INFORMATION WAS INVOLVED IN BOTH XXXX AND XXXX DATA BREACH. I OBTAINED A COPY OF MY CREDIT REPORT AND IDENTIFIED ACCOUNTS THAT I HAVE NO KNOWLEDGE OF, NOR HAVE I EVER OPENED. 

I CONTACTED EACH BUREAU BY PHONE AND FOLLOWED BY CERTIFIED MAIL REQUESTING VERIFICATION OF EACH ACCOUNT. EACH ACCOUNT IS UNVERIFIABLE BUT STILL REPORTING TO MY CONSUMER PROFILE. 

I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY AND HAVE NOT GIVEN ANY WRITTEN PERMISSION FOR THIS INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED TO MY PROFILE WHICH IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681B FURNISHING ACCOUNTS IN DIRECT RESULT OF IDENTITY THEFT IS IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681 C-2 EACH BUREAU HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF REPORTING MAXIMUM ACCURACY, REPORTING INACCURATE ACCOUNTS IS IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681EB . 

DUE TO THE NEGLIGENCE OF EACH BUREAU IF NOT CORRECTED WITHIN 15 BUSINESS DAYS I WILL BE SEEKING MONETARY COMPENSATION OF {$1000.00} PER VIOLATION AND LEGAL ACTION

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 2025-01-29 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: OH

Complaint narrative:
MY PERSONAL INFORMATION WAS INVOLVED IN BOTH EQUIFAX AND XXXX DATA BREACH. I OBTAINED A COPY OF MY CREDIT REPORT AND IDENTIFIED ACCOUNTS THAT I HAVE NO KNOWLEDGE OF, NOR HAVE I EVER OPENED. 

I CONTACTED EACH BUREAU BY PHONE AND FOLLOWED BY CERTIFIED MAIL REQUESTING VERIFICATION OF EACH ACCOUNT. EACH ACCOUNT IS UNVERIFIABLE BUT STILL REPORTING TO MY CONSUMER PROFILE. 

I HAVE THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY AND HAVE NOT GIVEN ANY WRITTEN PERMISSION FOR THIS INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED TO MY PROFILE WHICH IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681B FURNISHING ACCOUNTS IN DIRECT RESULT OF IDENTITY THEFT IS IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681 C-2 EACH BUREAU HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF REPORTING MAXIMUM ACCURACY, REPORTING INACCURATE ACCOUNTS IS IN VIOLATION OF 15 USC 1681EB . 

DUE TO THE NEGLIGENCE OF EACH BUREAU IF NOT CORRECTED WITHIN 15 BUSINESS DAYS I WILL BE SEEKING MONETARY COMPENSATION OF {$1000.00} PER VIOLATION AND LEGAL ACTION

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: TX

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Cash App ( Block , Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected.

Furthermore, their dispute resolution process was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
State: NC

Complaint narrative:
This debt collector engaged in abusive, deceptive, and unfair practices of the FDCPA which it prohibits. More so they didn't follow the proper 5 step validation procedure which make this unfair practices. According to the FDCPA Im entitled to XXXX dollars per violation and clearly they violated my 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 2025-01-29 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
This inquiry appears unauthorized and potentially fraudulent, as I have no knowledge of these inquiries. Please take immediate action to rectify this issue. Refer to the attached documents for clarification.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Domestic (US) money transfer
Issue: Other transaction problem — 
Company: Block, Inc.
State: PA

Complaint narrative:
I am filing a complaint against Cash App ( Block , Inc. ) due to inadequate customer service and unfair practices, which violate the Consumer Financial Protection Act ( CFPA ). Specifically, Cash App failed to take timely and effective measures to prevent and address fraud on their platform, leaving my account vulnerable and unprotected.

Furthermore, their dispute resolution process was unfair and deceptive, as they did not comply with error resolution requirements under the Electronic Fund Transfer Act ( EFTA ) and Regulation E. These actions have caused significant inconvenience and financial loss, and I seek appropriate redress for these violations.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Prepaid card — General-purpose prepaid card
Issue: Advertising — Confusing or misleading advertising about the card
Company: Block, Inc.
State: IL

Complaint narrative:
I am getting mad about cash app and the advertisements I kept getting on my email account and messenger I got hacked on XXXX email account and it starting again ppl saying they buying cash tags and cash app accounts I think they should have to do something else instead of continuous emails it's aggravating annoying and stressful

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Their investigation did not fix an error on your report
Company: TRANSUNION INTERMEDIATE HOLDINGS, INC.
State: NJ

Complaint narrative:
I am writing for two ( 2 ) reasons : 1. To dispute certain information in my credit file ; and 2. To have you re-investigate and remove inaccurate information from my Credit Report and prevent its re-insertion. The item ( s ) I dispute are listed below and is inaccurate or incomplete. I am requesting that the item be investigated to correct the information. 
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 2025-01-29 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
The glaring absence of concrete evidence to support its reliability, combined with the dissemination of unverified information, represents a clear violation of the statutory requirements outlined in 15 USC 1681i ( 7 ). This lack of compliance is not only troubling but also deeply frustrating, given the critical importance of adhering to legal obligations. 

Therefore, I strongly advocate for the immediate removal of this account in accordance with the specified regulations, unless verifiable evidence is promptly provided to establish its authenticity. Any delay in addressing this issue exacerbates the frustration caused by the apparent disregard for regulatory protocols and the legal standards that ensure fairness and accuracy.

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 2025-01-29 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
It's unreasonable that my history of timely payments for this account is not being recognized. I respectfully request immediate action to update my account with this information accurately.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-01-29 00:00:00
Product: Debt collection — Rental debt
Issue: False statements or representation — Attempted to collect wrong amount
Company: Absolute Recovery Services, LLC
State: TN

Complaint narrative:
I have a collection on my credit report by a company thats on the FTC debt collection banned list.

Company public response: Company believes it acted appropriately as authorized by contract or law
Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation