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INTEGRATION WITH PAYSAFECARD ENABLES CASH UPLOAD TO THE SKRILL DIGITAL WALLET

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Posted on February 28, 2014

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Skrill Partners With Paysafecard for Cash Top-Ups

 Skrill, one of the world’s leading digital payments companies, today announces that customers can now use paysafecard to top up their Skrill Digital Wallets. This integration, which follows Skrill Group’s acquisition of paysafecard in early 2013, enables Skrill Digital Wallet users to add funds to their wallets quickly, easily, and safely, without the use of a credit card or bank account, adding a new option for loading money to the Skrill Digital Wallet.

How Paysafecard Enables Convenient Cash Purchases

Users can purchase paysafecard in person at more than 450,000 sales outlets around the world. After purchasing paysafecard, customers can instantly top up the credit in their Skrill Digital Wallet using their “my paysafecard” account. Customers can load up to €300/£250, and after verification make top ups of up to €1,000/£850 a day and up to €3,000/£2,500 within a 30-day period.  Topping up your Skrill account with ‘my paysafecard’ is currently available for residents of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxemburg, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Spain and the United Kingdom.

Using Paysafecard Funds Within Skrill Wallet

Once funds are uploaded through paysafecard, customers can use them with any merchant that accepts Skrill payments, or to transfer money to other Skrill Digital Wallet holders. Users can enjoy the advantages of advanced security and control of their money, as there is no need to enter credit card or bank account information at any point in the process.

Executive Insights on the Integration

Stuart Gregory, VP of Digital Wallet at Skrill, comments: “In a world where digital transactions continue to grow, the Skrill and paysafecard integration provides a level playing field that enables those without bank accounts to still benefit from being able to make payments via the Internet.” 

paysafecard is available from many supermarkets, petrol stations, tobacconists and newsagents.

Key Takeaways

  • Skrill users can now top up their digital wallets using paysafecard via their “my paysafecard” account.
  • The integration avoids the need for a credit card or bank account and leverages more than 450,000 global retail locations.
  • Top‑up limits: up to €300/£250 initially; after verification, up to €1,000/£850 per day and €3,000/£2,500 per 30 days.
  • Service is available across numerous European countries including UK, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, and more.
  • Uploaded funds are usable with any merchant accepting Skrill or to transfer to other Skrill users, enhancing security and convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is paysafecard integration with Skrill?
It allows users to top up their Skrill Digital Wallet using paysafecard via their my paysafecard account without needing a bank account or credit card.
Where can I buy paysafecard?
paysafecard can be purchased in person at more than 450,000 retail outlets worldwide such as supermarkets, petrol stations, tobacconists and newsagents.
What are the top‑up limits?
Users can load up to €300/£250 immediately; after verification, up to €1,000/£850 per day and up to €3,000/£2,500 per 30‑day period.
In which countries is paysafecard topping up available?
Available to residents of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Latvia, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Spain and the United Kingdom.
What can I do with uploaded funds?
Once funds are in your Skrill wallet via paysafecard, you can use them at any merchant accepting Skrill or transfer to other Skrill Digital Wallet holders.

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