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Crunchyroll vs PayPal: whose terms are worse?

PayPal has the better terms. Crunchyroll scores 76/100 (grade F) and PayPal scores 60/100 (grade D). Lower is better.

QuestionCrunchyrollPayPal
Can I sue them? Not found in this document. high

Disputes with PayPal will be resolved through arbitration, not in court. This means you won't be able to sue PayPal or participate in a class-action lawsuit.

Can I join a class action? high

You waive the right to participate in a class action lawsuit against Crunchyroll. Disputes will be settled through mandatory binding arbitration.

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Does it renew on its own? high

Your subscription will automatically renew at the stated frequency unless you cancel. You authorize Crunchyroll to charge your payment method for the applicable fee, taxes, and other charges.

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How long do I have to act? high

Certain disputes between you and Crunchyroll must be settled through mandatory binding arbitration. You have a limited time to initiate arbitration.

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If you request a check from PayPal, you must cash it within 180 days or the funds will be returned to your account and you'll lose the $1.50 fee.

Can they raise the price? medium

Crunchyroll may modify the fees payable from time to time. You'll be notified of changes as required by law, and you can change or cancel your subscription before incurring new charges.

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Can they change the deal? high

Crunchyroll can modify these terms at any time. You should regularly review the terms to stay informed.

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PayPal can change its terms at any time, and you're bound by those changes if you keep using the service. You'll get at least 21 days' notice if the changes affect personal accounts, or 5 days' notice for business accounts.

What if they cause harm? high

If Crunchyroll's outage costs you money, the most you can get back is what you paid them last month. Crunchyroll is not liable for losses, damages, or expenses incurred by you or a third party.

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If PayPal's outage or other issue costs you money, the most you can get back is what you paid them last month. This limit applies even if the problem was PayPal's fault.

Can they close my account? high

Crunchyroll can terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, if you breach their terms. You're responsible for all activity on your account, and if someone else uses it due to your actions, you may be liable for losses.

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PayPal can close your account at any time, with or without notice. If this happens, you'll still be responsible for any outstanding fees or debts.

How closely am I tracked? Not found in this document. medium

PayPal may ask for your tax ID number or other tax-related information to comply with tax laws. You're responsible for paying any taxes owed on your PayPal transactions.

How long do they keep it? medium

Crunchyroll collects information from the services, which is handled according to their Privacy Policy.

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PayPal will keep your money separate from its own funds, so if the company goes bankrupt, your balance should be safe. However, this protection doesn't apply to cryptocurrency holdings.

Who else gets my data? Not found in this document. medium

PayPal may convert your money to a different currency if necessary, using its own exchange rate. You can't use PayPal for speculative trading or trying to profit from currency conversions.

Who is allowed to use it? medium

You must be at least 18 years old to create a Crunchyroll account. By creating an account, you confirm you meet this age requirement and that all your information is accurate and up-to-date. You're responsible for keeping your account info current.

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Generated by AI and it can be wrong. Crunchyroll last read August 27, 2026; PayPal last read August 27, 2026. Grades follow the published methodology.