if my paypal account were hacked is my linked bank account at risk for being accessed as well?

[debobnurse]

if my paypal account was hacked or accessed without my knowledge - could me linked bank account also be accessed/hacked and funds withdrawn?

[PayPal_Bindu]

Hello @debobnurse 

Welcome to the PayPal Community Help and thanks for posting!

I am happy to help you with your inquiry about your PayPal account. It is high unlikely that your bank account can be hacked/accessed through PayPal. PayPal takes your account security very seriously, and it uses advanced security measures to protect your account information. PayPal always reviews every transaction and updates the customers about any account activity via email. 
 

If you suspect any suspicious activity in your account, Please make sure to update your security questions, password and report it immediately in the resolution center of your PayPal account. PayPal offers full protection for confirmed unauthorized transactions. You can learn more about handling an unauthorized activity here : How do I report an unauthorized transaction or account activity?

Hope this information helps you,

Bindu