There is no legitimate $70 PayPal text file or automated download for free funds. Scammers often use these files in the following ways:
: The text file may contain a link to a fake "verification" or "claim funds" website designed to steal your PayPal login credentials .
: Some files describe a method to get "free money" but require you to pay a small "processing fee" or "tax" first. Once you pay, the scammer disappears. How to Handle It
: While a simple .txt file is usually safe, scammers may disguise malicious .exe or .vbs files with a .txt extension, or embed links within the file that download malware onto your device.
If you have received a message or found a file labeled treat it as a high-risk security threat. This is a characteristic phishing or malware delivery tactic where scammers use "free money" or "pending payment" as bait to compromise your device or account. Why This is a Scam