vivekkopthsd/cfpb-consumer-complaints huggingface dataset:
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-01 00:00:00
Product: Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service — Mobile or digital wallet
Issue: Trouble accessing funds in your mobile or digital wallet — 
Company: Paypal Holdings, Inc
State: NY

Complaint narrative:
I have been a regular user of PayPal and maintained my account in good standing. However, one day my account was suddenly restricted without prior notice. I promptly contacted PayPal customer service to inquire about the reason. The representative vaguely stated there was an unclear transaction, but provided no specific details. I was then informed that my account was permanently limited and could no longer be used. 

In addition, I was told that my account balance would be held for XXXX  days, after which I expected the restriction to be reviewed and the funds to be released, as is commonly communicated in such cases. 

However, on XX/XX/year>, upon logging into my PayPal account, I was shocked to find that the entire balance had been removed by PayPal, without any notification, explanation, or authorization. I immediately called PayPal again, only to receive no satisfactory response or justification for this action. 

To summarize : My account was suddenly restricted with no detailed reason given. 
I was told funds would be held for XXXX  days, not confiscated. 
After XXXX days, all funds ( {$4100.00} ) were taken by PayPal without any notification or my consent. 
Multiple customer service calls yielded no clear answers or resolution. 

This conduct appears to be unethical, potentially unlawful, and certainly violates principles of fairness and transparency. I respectfully request that your office investigate this matter and assist in recovering my funds or holding PayPal accountable for its actions. 

I am prepared to provide account statements, call records, and any additional documentation needed to support my case. 

Thank you for your time and attention.

Company response to consumer: Closed with monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-01 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: CA

Complaint narrative:
I sent your company a letter disputing the account number XXXX with XXXX XXXX XXXX on XX/XX/year>. I received a response from you dated XX/XX/year> where you stated that the item has been deleted. Please see copy of both letters enclosed. 

After reviewing my credit report again, I have noticed that the item has been reinserted. It is my understanding that deleted items can not be reinserted unless the original providers of the information have verified that it was being reported correctly. Is that what has happened? If so, I am requesting all documentation proving the certification of accuracy. 

The Fair Credit Reporting Act also states that if for any reason a deleted item is reinserted into the credit file, the credit bureau is to notify the consumer in writing within 5 days of reinsertion. I do not recall receiving such notification, therefore you violated the FCRA. 

I am willing to give you more time to furnish this information to me before I pursue filing a complaint against your company for the above mentioned FCRA violation. Please forward to me : The name, address, and telephone number ( if available ) of the furnishers of the information confirming its accuracy. 
Documentation stating that the items have been reinserted and the date of reinsertion. 
Documentation stating that, as a consumer, I continue to have the right to add a status of disputed by consumer to the items. XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-01 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: KY

Complaint narrative:
Good day, I am submitting a complaint to inform you that I have fallen victim to identity theft. Following the guidelines outlined in the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ) Section 605b, I have reported the incident to the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ) through their website at XXXX : XXXX. According to the FCRA, Credit Reporting Agencies are mandated to investigate any items listed on an identity theft report. Please refer to the attached documents, which will assist in the investigation of the erroneous information currently being posted on my credit report. The following items do not belong to me or were opened without my permission. XXXX XXXX XXXX, XXXX, KY, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX, KY, XXXX XXXX XXXX BALANCE {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX BALANCE {$0.00} XXXX  XXXX BALANCE {$0.00} XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XX/XX/year> XXXX XX/XX/year> As per FCRA Section 605B ( a ), Credit Reporting Agencies are required to investigate any information in the consumer 's file that the consumer identifies as resulting from alleged identity theft, not later than 4 business days after the date of receipt.

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 2025-07-01 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: FL

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting a formal complaint regarding inaccurate and unauthorized items appearing on my credit report. I have not received proper validation of this debt. I do not believe the amount is accurate. I request a full investigation and removal of this item if it can not be substantiated with full documentation and proof of ownership XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX 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/year>

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 2025-07-01 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
I am submitting this complaint because fraudulent and unauthorized inquiries have been reported on my consumer credit report as a result of identity theft. These inquiries were not initiated or authorized by me and constitute violations of my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 605B [ 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ], which requires the blocking of information resulting from identity theft, and 604 [ 15 U.S.C. 1681b ], which outlines the permissible purposes for accessing a consumer report.

I have contacted the companies responsible for these inquiries and none were able to provide any valid authorization or proof bearing my signature. Furthermore, I submitted a formal request to the credit reporting agency to investigate and remove these fraudulent inquiries. The FCRA mandates that such information be blocked within four ( 4 ) business days of receiving notice, yet these inquiries remain on my file.

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 2025-07-01 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Problem with a company's investigation into an existing problem — Investigation took more than 30 days
Company: Experian Information Solutions Inc.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
I am formally demanding the immediate removal of all fraudulent items from my credit file. As a victim of identity theft, I did not authorize the accounts or inquiries listed in the attached documentation. This has been reported to the Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ), and I have included a copy of my official Identity Theft Report as required.

Pursuant to Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ), you are legally obligated to block and DELETE all fraudulent information within four ( 4 ) business days of receiving this notice and supporting documents. Continued reporting of this false data is a direct violation of federal law and will result in legal action under FCRA 616 and 617 for willful noncompliance. This is your final warning delete the fraudulent information IMMEDIATELY or face legal consequences.

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 2025-07-01 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:
You have reported inaccurate and unauthorized accounts on my credit report, which is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681i ) requiring a proper reinvestigation of disputed items, and 1681e ( b ), which mandates maximum possible accuracy. These false entries are damaging and unjust, especially since Ive never opened or authorized these accounts. If you fail to investigate and correct this, I may pursue legal action under the FCRA and FDCPA ( 15 U.S. Code 1692e ) for deceptive and misleading reporting.

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 2025-07-01 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:
I am submitting this complaint because fraudulent and unauthorized inquiries have been reported on my consumer credit report as a result of identity theft. These inquiries were not initiated or authorized by me and constitute violations of my consumer rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), specifically 605B [ 15 U.S.C. 1681c-2 ], which requires the blocking of information resulting from identity theft, and 604 [ 15 U.S.C. 1681b ], which outlines the permissible purposes for accessing a consumer report.

I have contacted the companies responsible for these inquiries and none were able to provide any valid authorization or proof bearing my signature. Furthermore, I submitted a formal request to the credit reporting agency to investigate and remove these fraudulent inquiries. The FCRA mandates that such information be blocked within four ( 4 ) business days of receiving notice, yet these inquiries remain on my file.

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 2025-07-01 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: CBC Companies, Inc.
State: SC

Complaint narrative:
I have previously disputed with XXXX XXXX and XXXX regarding several accounts which I found inaccurate. Up to date, I have received no response nor proof that they are doing proper investigation with my dispute. They ignored my rights to obtain an accurate credit report. They are non compliant with the FCRA. These erroneous reports badly hurt my credibility. I'm certain that my rights as a consumer protected under the law have been violated by this inaccurate information.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-01 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I implore you to promptly address this discrepancy on my credit report. I affirm that this account does not belong to me and strongly suspect it to be fraudulent.

Company response to consumer: Closed with non-monetary relief
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-01 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: IL

Complaint narrative:
You have reported inaccurate and unauthorized accounts on my credit report, which is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( 15 U.S. Code 1681i ) requiring a proper reinvestigation of disputed items, and 1681e ( b ), which mandates maximum possible accuracy. These false entries are damaging and unjust, especially since Ive never opened or authorized these accounts. If you fail to investigate and correct this, I may pursue legal action under the FCRA and FDCPA ( 15 U.S. Code 1692e ) for deceptive and misleading reporting.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-01 00:00:00
Product: Checking or savings account — Checking account
Issue: Closing an account — Funds not received from closed account
Company: JPMORGAN CHASE & CO.
State: UT

Complaint narrative:
I opened a chase secured bank account all was well they sent me login in information I set up direct deposit to the account. Only to have them close my account less than 24 hours later, my unemployment of {$330.00} went into this account two weeks ago and they are refusing to send me a check said that the money will be sent back to state and the state can decide if they want to send it to me.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-01 00:00:00
Product: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports — Credit reporting
Issue: Incorrect information on your report — Account information incorrect
Company: AMERICAN EXPRESS COMPANY
State: FL

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/2025 Consumer Financial Protection Bureau XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX Re : CFPB Complaint Ref Nos. XXXX XXXX XXXX American Express Account Ending in XXXX Consumer : XXXX XXXX Address : XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXX To Whom It May Concern, This letter is in response to American Express XX/XX/2025 reply to my CFPB complaints referenced above.

I respectfully dispute the continued reporting of the American Express account ending in XXXX and assert that the documentation provided does not satisfy the legal standards for full validation under the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), 15 U.S.C. 1681, and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act ( FDCPA ), where applicable.

American Express claims to have provided validation ; however : No wet-ink signature or original signed contract has been provided. An online application without a physical or verifiable signature does not meet the burden of proof for establishing legal obligation or ownership of the alleged debt.

The billing statements provided do not prove the debt is accurate, complete, or that I am responsible for it under the law. Statements alone are not validationthey are internal records that do not demonstrate the legal enforceability of the alleged debt.

American Express acknowledges the account is in cease-and-desist collection status, which contradicts continued aggressive credit reporting that negatively impacts my financial profile and creditworthiness.

Furthermore, if the account is being reported as valid and accurate, I formally request a detailed breakdown of the balance, interest, fees, and any penalties applied to the account, including the calculation methodology.

Under the FCRA, you are obligated to ensure that any item you furnish to a credit reporting agency is complete and accurate. If this information can not be proven with legally sufficient documentationincluding a signed agreementit must be removed from my credit file. Continuing to report unverifiable or incomplete information is a violation of FCRA and my consumer rights.

Requested Resolution : I request the removal of this account from all consumer reporting agencies due to failure to provide sufficient legal validation.

I request that a reinvestigation be opened and that American Express be required to provide certified proof of the alleged debt, including but not limited to the original signed agreement.

If the account is not removed, I request the CFPB to compel the furnisher to produce all legally required documents and cease reporting unverifiable accounts.

Thank you for your continued attention to this matter. I am asserting my rights under the FCRA and request this account be fully investigated and removed if legal standards are not satisfied. 

Sincerely, XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX XXXX

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-01 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/year> I previously notified said bureau that I am a victim of identity theft, and requested that you do the following : Close the unauthorized account Remove any charges on the unauthorized account, and Takesteps to remove information about this account from my credit files. 

I still have not received written confirmation of these actions. 

As I stated before : I am a victim of identity theft. I recently learned that my personal information was used to open an account. I did not open or authorize this account, and I request that it be closed immediately. Please send me written confirmation that I am not responsible for charges on this account, and take appropriate steps to remove information about this account from my credit files. 

I enclosed a copy of my FTCIdentity Theft Report. Because the information being reported is the result of identity theft, and inaccurate. 

I also have enclosed a copy of the FTC'sNotice to Furnishers, which explained responsibilities when reporting information. Please stop reporting this fraudulent information, investigate this matter, and delete any disputed items as soon as possible. 
Please send me a letter explaining your findings and actions. 
I am a victim of identity theft, and I am writing to dispute the following fraudulent charges on my account. 

XX/XX/year> I have not seen an update, only my credit suffering further.

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 2025-07-01 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: MI

Complaint narrative:
XX/XX/year> I previously notified said bureau that I am a victim of identity theft, and requested that you do the following : Close the unauthorized account Remove any charges on the unauthorized account, and Takesteps to remove information about this account from my credit files. 

I still have not received written confirmation of these actions. 

As I stated before : I am a victim of identity theft. I recently learned that my personal information was used to open an account. I did not open or authorize this account, and I request that it be closed immediately. Please send me written confirmation that I am not responsible for charges on this account, and take appropriate steps to remove information about this account from my credit files. 

I enclosed a copy of my FTCIdentity Theft Report. Because the information being reported is the result of identity theft, and inaccurate. 

I also have enclosed a copy of the FTC'sNotice to Furnishers, which explained responsibilities when reporting information. Please stop reporting this fraudulent information, investigate this matter, and delete any disputed items as soon as possible. 
Please send me a letter explaining your findings and actions. 
I am a victim of identity theft, and I am writing to dispute the following fraudulent charges on my account. 

XX/XX/year> I have not seen an update, only my credit suffering further.

Company response to consumer: Closed with explanation
Consumer complaint received 2025-07-01 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: GA

Complaint narrative:
I am not affiliated with these creditors and did not authorize this inquiry. I request its prompt removal from my credit report.

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 2025-07-01 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: DC

Complaint narrative:
I am requesting the removal of inaccurate and unauthorized accounts from my credit report. These items were not opened, authorized, or verified by me, and l 've attached documentation in support of this claim. These accounts and inquiries do not belong to me and were added without my permission or proper verification. 

I've submitted supporting documentation, including a consumer statement and official FTC report, to verify this matter. I am requesting these items be removed so my credit report reflects only accurate, verifiable information. Under Section 605B of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, I am exercising my right to block this information from appearing on my credit profile.

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 2025-07-01 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: LA

Complaint narrative:
I am updating a late payment that is currently being reported on my credit report as " open '' or unresolved. This entry is inaccurate and misleading. I have either already resolved the payment, or I was never late as claimed. The continued reporting of this item as open and delinquent is a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act ( FCRA ), particularly 15 U.S.C. 1681e ( b ), which requires consumer reporting agencies to maintain maximum possible accuracy of the information they report. 

This misreporting has negatively impacted my credit score and may hinder my ability to obtain credit or employment. I am requesting an immediate investigation into this matter, as well as a correction or deletion of the inaccurate late payment record if it can not be verified.

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