Backdoorjobs.com

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Backdoorjobs.com is a niche job board and publishing platform that lists short‑term, seasonal, and adventure‑oriented work, internship, and volunteer opportunities around the world.

San Diego, California, United States

About Backdoorjobs.com

Backdoorjobs.com is a specialized job board and resource site focused on “short‑term job adventures” such as seasonal resort work, outdoor education and camp jobs, conservation projects, internships, travel‑related work, and other experiential opportunities. Operated as a small, self‑owned publishing business based in San Diego, California, it curates listings for employers and organizations that want to reach job seekers looking for unique, time‑limited roles rather than traditional long‑term careers.([linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/backdoorjobs.com-short-term-job-adventures?trk=similar-pages))

A charge labeled something like “Paypal *Backdoorjob” with Merchant Category Code 7361 (employment agencies, temporary help services) is most likely a fee paid to Backdoorjobs.com for posting or promoting a job listing, purchasing advertising on the site, or possibly paying for access to certain recruiting or listing services. Because Backdoorjobs.com uses online payments and many small organizations pay via PayPal, the descriptor can show the PayPal prefix plus a truncated version of the site name (e.g., BACKDOORJOB), which can look unfamiliar on a bank statement.([cg.sc.gov](https://cg.sc.gov/sites/cg/files/Documents/Fiscal%20Transparency/Monthly%20Charge%20Card%20Usage/2016/CCU-July2016.pdf?utm_source=openai))

If you don’t recognize the charge, start by checking whether you—or anyone in your organization—recently posted a job ad or recruitment campaign on Backdoorjobs.com, or authorized a third party (such as a hiring manager or HR assistant) to do so. Look for a confirmation email or invoice from backdoorjobs.com or from PayPal referencing Backdoorjobs.com around the transaction date. To resolve questions, you can review your PayPal transaction details (which often include the seller’s contact email), then contact Backdoorjobs.com using the email or contact options listed on their website. For potential billing disputes or unauthorized charges, your bank or card issuer and PayPal can assist with chargeback or buyer protection processes while you also reach out to the site to cancel any listings or future charges.

Bank Statement Variations

1 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Backdoorjobs.com.

  1. Paypal *Backdoorjob XX-7733 CA Date 08/24/26 XX 7361 Card 9985 Merchant Category Code: 7361

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge labeled “Paypal *Backdoorjob” on my card statement?

This descriptor usually indicates a payment processed through PayPal to Backdoorjobs.com for a job listing, advertising placement, or other recruitment‑related service on their short‑term job board. The name is truncated in the descriptor, so it may appear as BACKDOORJOB rather than the full Backdoorjobs.com brand.

Is the Backdoorjobs.com charge a one‑time fee or a recurring subscription?

Most Backdoorjobs.com transactions are one‑time payments for posting or promoting individual job listings or campaigns. However, some organizations may arrange package deals or multi‑listing agreements, which can result in multiple charges over a short period. You can confirm by reviewing the invoice or PayPal transaction details for the specific purchase description.

How can I verify what my Backdoorjobs.com payment was for?

Log into the PayPal account or card account used for the purchase and open the detailed transaction view for the “Paypal *Backdoorjob” charge. It should show the merchant as Backdoorjobs.com along with an internal reference or memo. Then search your email for a matching invoice or confirmation from backdoorjobs.com around the same date—this will describe whether the payment was for a job listing, advertising, or another service.

How do I cancel a job listing or prevent future charges from Backdoorjobs.com?

To cancel a listing or stop future campaigns, use the contact information provided in your original Backdoorjobs.com confirmation email or on their website, and request that the listing be removed or not renewed. If you set up recurring billing through PayPal (for example, a repeating listing agreement), log into PayPal and cancel the billing agreement under Settings > Payments so that no additional payments are sent.

How do I request a refund for a Backdoorjobs.com charge?

Refunds are handled directly by Backdoorjobs.com. Locate your confirmation email or invoice and reply to that message, or use their website contact form or support email to explain the situation—include the transaction date, amount, and the last four digits of the card or PayPal transaction ID. If you cannot resolve the issue or believe the charge is unauthorized, you can also open a dispute through PayPal or your card issuer.

Can Backdoorjobs.com place small temporary or authorization holds on my card?

If you paid through PayPal using a card, you might see temporary authorizations when PayPal verifies your card, but these are generally small amounts that drop off automatically within a few days and are not completed charges. Backdoorjobs.com itself typically charges only the actual listing or service amount, as shown on your invoice.

What are common charge amounts for Backdoorjobs.com?

Publicly available government card reports show Backdoorjobs.com‑related PayPal charges in the mid‑hundreds of dollars range (for example, around $150) for job advertising, often grouped alongside other recruitment and job board vendors.([cg.sc.gov](https://cg.sc.gov/sites/cg/files/Documents/Fiscal%20Transparency/Monthly%20Charge%20Card%20Usage/2016/CCU-July2016.pdf?utm_source=openai)) Actual pricing can vary by listing type and any promotional options selected, so refer to your specific invoice for exact details.

What should I do if no one in my organization recognizes the Backdoorjobs.com payment?

First, check internally with HR, recruiting, or program staff who might have posted short‑term or seasonal job opportunities. If no one recognizes it, review the detailed PayPal transaction for any contact email used for the purchase. Then contact Backdoorjobs.com with that information and, if you still suspect fraud, report it to your bank or card issuer and ask about disputing the charge.

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