Yes, you can definitely terminate your PayPal account to start a new one with the same number. However, before deleting your PayPal account, keep in mind that the history and information of your account will be erased as well.

You will not be able to access your PayPal account once you have shut it down. PayPal’s transaction history with you will be erased. Unpaid money requests are instantly canceled as soon as they are paid. A terminated PayPal account cannot be used to make future online payments.

Yes, you can have more than one PayPal account. If you have a Personal and a Business account, each must have a separate email address and financial data.

If you’ve closed a PayPal account and are now considering opening a new one, you may use the same email address that was on the old one.

If you’ve decided it’s time to permanently close your PayPal account, go ahead and do it. Any online service where your personal and financial information is published should be treated with suspicion.