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Aage · 08-30-2011, 05:32 PM

I have brought this issue to the attention of the administrators, and as soon as there is a clear answer, I will see that it is posted here.

Allow me to apologize on behalf of the company, your support is highly appreciated.

Aage

**Andy R** · 08-30-2011, 06:51 PM

You can pay with a credit card without having to login and use PayPal. To do so follow the normal upgrade process but click on the link that allows you to pay with a credit card as a guest (see attachment).

pmclemore · 08-30-2011, 07:06 PM

Why don't you just send a check?

Pat

ROBERT CROSS · 08-30-2011, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by fr8tshaker

OK folks , I really do understand that I can "get verified" at PP by giving my bank info, but I choose not to.

I want to know if the forum takes some other form of payment like credit card or even a money order mailed to them instead of PP.

BTW- Those that have given their banking info may want to google problems people have had on this issue. Esp. getting no customer service to straighten out the problem which of course is usually getting them to put your money back into your account.

'shaker

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Originally Posted by Naper

Tried doing as you suggest but it didn't work. I was told by an administrator there was a bug in the system.

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Originally Posted by fr8tshaker

I am happy that you are happy with the gestapo tactics of getting verified. I refuse to be forced to get a credit card I do not want or need. I am very happy with the 1 card I have had for 20 yrs. Access to my bank account is definitely not going to happen.

I would like to know what other options I have to maintain my supporting status on the forum. I am not interested in taking a poll on support or lack thereof re: PP policy.

Thank you anyway,

'shaker

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Originally Posted by fr8tshaker

I have dumped PP after they started requiring "getting verified". Translation - either I give them access to my bank account ( not going to happen) or I obtain their credit card ( NOT!!).

What other options do I have for maintaining my supporting status with out PayPal?

Thanks,

'shaker

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Originally Posted by Andy R

You can pay with a credit card without having to login and use PayPal. To do so follow the normal upgrade process but click on the link that allows you to pay with a credit card as a guest (see attachment).

Y'all satisfied straight answer from the top

Bob

Aage · 08-30-2011, 08:17 PM

Andy R has now clarified a solid alternative to the question of paying with PayPal. The only two methods that the Airforums.com system will handle is PayPal, or your regular credit card. If you are not comfortable with one, please feel free to use the other, in the manner he describes above.

PayPal is an accepted method of electronic payment, used daily by many people. It is offered to you as a convenience, but you do have a valid alternative.

Thanks for your continued support!

ROBERTSUNRUS · 08-31-2011, 12:31 AM

Hi, I have used Pay Pal for quite a while with no problems. I used it last night too. I have never been forced into being verified. It has been suggested, but not made mandatory. [I'm not verified]

klattu · 08-31-2011, 04:03 AM

Drink the Kool-Aid

PayPal has come to my aid at times for items not shipped or problems with seller.
I feared it at first also, sent MO from USPS, wasted time and $, but finally caved and joined.
So looking back, it is a good system for buyers... I don't sell, so don't know about that end.

UAPachyderm · 08-31-2011, 05:22 AM

Actually, the criticisms of PayPal in this thread resulted in positive advice on how to use PayPal, how to limit your financial exposure when using bank accounts with PayPal, reasons you may not want to use PayPal at all, etc. I gained something from the critical discussion.

Naper · 08-31-2011, 06:49 AM

This isn’t about PayPal its about donating to the forum . For some reason the people or person who own Air Forums want to be paid by PayPal and that’s fine. (I can only assume its to remain anonymous) On the other hand there are members who wish to donate but prefer not to use PayPal and that’s fine too. From the reaction on this post I think Air Forums is missing out. Why can’t they provide a mailing address or a Post Office Box for mail in donations?

xrvr · 08-31-2011, 07:53 AM

Anonymous? jim

Naper · 08-31-2011, 08:03 AM

I have done a little digging and have discovered Air Forums is owned and operated buy a company called Social Knowledge. Their business is Forums, they show 21 different forums on their web site Social Knowledge | Online Community Network. Its good to know Air Forums has some backing. I don’t understand why they don’t make this more evident.
Now back to Pay Pal. Hey Social Knowledge people want to give you money how about an address!!

Erik Olson · 08-31-2011, 09:18 AM

New guy chiming in in support of PayPal. I have hundreds of transactions (both as a PayPal Merchant) and as a consumer with the firm and have never had an issue. Be more concerned about putting your credit card in the hands of a server at a restaurant - that's how the vast majority of stolen numbers make their way into the hands of internationally established grifters, who purchase and trade the data like it's a commodity.

PayPal is no more evil than the old "brick-and-mortar" banks who can't find the actual notes on our mortgages. They're in business and they do it well. I prefer a PayPal transaction to a personal check any day of the week.

overlander63 · 08-31-2011, 10:54 AM

I still think my suggestion to split the the thread is a good one. That way in the future any questions about paying without paypal can be referred to that thread, without having to sift through the discussion of the pros and cons of paypal.

**Janet H** · 08-31-2011, 11:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Naper

I have done a little digging and have discovered Air Forums is owned and operated buy a company called Social Knowledge. Their business is Forums, they show 21 different forums on their web site Social Knowledge | Online Community Network. Its good to know Air Forums has some backing. I don’t understand why they don’t make this more evident.
Now back to Pay Pal. Hey Social Knowledge people want to give you money how about an address!!

Social Knowledge is a small, single proprietor company - this is Andy R. Not a big company. If you read through the archives you will see that Andy started this forum when he wanted to fix his own Bambi and sort of stumbled into the forum biz. Over the years one forum turned into 2 then 4 and now many. He loves to travel and Paypal helps keep paperwork down. This is a necessity when working from a laptop and back pack.

Naper · 08-31-2011, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Janet

Social Knowledge is a small, single proprietor company - this is Andy R. Not a big company. If you read through the archives you will see that Andy started this forum when he wanted to fix his own Bambi and sort of stumbled into the forum biz. Over the years one forum turned into 2 then 4 and now many. He loves to travel and Paypal helps keep paperwork down. This is a necessity when working from a laptop and back pack.

I love the forum and if this is done by one person, he does a fantastic job.
My point is, I would like to donate but I do not have a Pay Pal account and I dont want one. (nothing against PayPal) If there was another way I am sure Andy would have a lot more income.

eubank · 08-31-2011, 12:56 PM

Please see Post #22 and Post #25 in this thread!

Lynn

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Originally Posted by Naper

I love the forum and if this is done by one person, he does a fantastic job.
My point is, I would like to donate but I do not have a Pay Pal account and I dont want one. (nothing against PayPal) If there was another way I am sure Andy would have a lot more income.

Mike Leary · 08-31-2011, 01:05 PM

We like Pay Pal and use it a lot, for what it's worth.

fr8tshaker · 08-31-2011, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy R

You can pay with a credit card without having to login and use PayPal. To do so follow the normal upgrade process but click on the link that allows you to pay with a credit card as a guest (see attachment).

Andy,

Thank you for answering my question and providing the thumbnail to enable me to maintain my support for the forum.

'shaker

Melody Ranch · 03-01-2013, 11:41 AM

When I try to make my contribution I cannot get thru to PayPal now. Earlier I got to PayPal but they want me to signup for a bill me later program...don't want that. Can you give me a link that works?

hope-dream · 03-01-2013, 12:13 PM

FYI FOLKS: I too have been asked to give my bank account # as I also use E Bay. I declined, did NOT accept, c\continued. they ask me about every 8 months, and give them the same response. I still use Pay Pal when I need to.