Total CFPB complaints
213
All-time across CCDB intake
This data comes from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database and reflects consumer complaints, not proven violations.
2026 CFPB data Public-data reference. FDCPA reference 213 complaints
Block, Inc. — Debt Collector Complaint Profile
CFPB complaint profile across 39 states. Updated as new federal complaint data lands in the upstream Consumer Complaint Database.
Complaints by issue type
What consumers report about Block, Inc.
- Attempts to collect debt not owed
Attempts to collect debt not owed
64 complaints
- Problem with customer service 25
Problem with customer service
25 complaints
- Unauthorized withdrawals or charges 24
Unauthorized withdrawals or charges
24 complaints
- Didn't provide services promised 16
Didn't provide services promised
16 complaints
- Charged upfront or unexpected fees 10
Charged upfront or unexpected fees
10 complaints
- False statements or representation 9
False statements or representation
9 complaints
F
Grade F · 49.9/100 composite
This collector has a failing complaint record with very high complaint volumes and poor response rates.
What do CFPB complaints reveal about Block, Inc.?
Block, Inc. has accumulated 213 total CFPB complaints across 39 states, with 91 filed in the most recent 12 months against 122 historical complaints before that window. The trailing-12-month volume represents 42.7% of the full complaint history, a rising pattern that suggests escalating consumer friction rather than a legacy book of disputes.
The dominant consumer grievance logged with the CFPB is "Attempts to collect debt not owed", narrowing to "Debt is not yours", which aligns with FDCPA-regulated conduct and signals the operational area most likely to trigger regulator scrutiny. The company posts a 97% timely-response rate, a pairing that calibrates how well its complaint-resolution workflow holds up once a consumer pushes back.
Complaints have been recorded across 39 states, led by Texas with 25 and California with 21, which matches a multi-state collection footprint rather than a regional operation. Normalized against the full CFPB collector database, the reputation score of 49.9/100 places Block, Inc. in grade band F, a tier reached by blending complaint volume, response timeliness, dispute rates, and issue severity into a single comparable metric.
Complaint Summary
Last 12 months
91
42.7% of total history
Rising ↑
States active
39
Distinct state filings
Timely response rate
97%
Within CFPB SLA window
Reputation grade
F
49.9/100 composite
Response-quality profile
How Block, Inc. performs on CFPB resolution-quality metrics versus a fleet average benchmark drawn from the full debt-collection vertical.
Timely response within SLA 96.7%
Vertical avg
CFPB requires companies to respond within 15 days for most complaints; 60 days for credit-reporting.
State coverage breadth 69.6%
Share of US states + territories with at least one filed complaint against this collector.
How does Block, Inc. compare to its peers?
Block, Inc. National average
Complaints (last 12 mo)lower is better
Timely-response ratehigher is better
Consumer-dispute ratelower is better
Source: CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. Complaints reflect consumer reports, not proven violations.
Complaint Trend (24 months)
2024-02 2026-03
Top Consumer Issues
Attempts to collect debt not owed64 (%)
Problem with customer service25 (%)
Unauthorized withdrawals or charges24 (%)
Didn't provide services promised16 (%)
Charged upfront or unexpected fees10 (%)
False statements or representation9 (%)
Confusing or missing disclosures7 (%)
Electronic communications7 (%)
Most common issue: Attempts to collect debt not owed — Debt is not yours
Know Your Rights
If this company is contacting you, you have rights under the FDCPA. They must stop contacting you if you send a written cease-communication request. You can also request written validation of the debt within 30 days.
Issue Detail Breakdown
| Issue | Sub-Issue | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Attempts to collect debt not owed | Debt is not yours | 29 |
| Problem with customer service | — | 25 |
| Unauthorized withdrawals or charges | — | 24 |
| Attempts to collect debt not owed | Debt was result of identity theft | 21 |
| Didn't provide services promised | — | 16 |
| Attempts to collect debt not owed | Debt was paid | 14 |
| Charged upfront or unexpected fees | — | 10 |
| False statements or representation | Attempted to collect wrong amount | 9 |
| Confusing or missing disclosures | — | 7 |
| Electronic communications | Frequent or repeated messages | 7 |
Where do complaints against Block, Inc. come from?
The states where consumers have filed the most CFPB complaints against Block, Inc.. Every figure is the company's own complaint count in that state — not a national baseline.
Top states by complaints against Block, Inc.
Across 39 states with at least one filing
- Texas
Texas
25 complaints
- California
California
21 complaints
- Florida
Florida
17 complaints
- New York
New York
12 complaints
- Georgia
Georgia
11 complaints
- Ohio
Ohio
10 complaints
- Illinois
Illinois
10 complaints
- Michigan 9
Michigan
9 complaints
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most common complaint against Block, Inc.? ▼
The most common issue consumers report about Block, Inc. is "Attempts to collect debt not owed", specifically "Debt is not yours". This is based on 213 complaints filed with the CFPB.
Are complaints against Block, Inc. increasing or decreasing? ▼
Complaints against Block, Inc. are rising. The company received 91 complaints in the last 12 months, indicating an upward trend in consumer issues.
What is Block, Inc.'s reputation grade? ▼
Block, Inc. has a reputation grade of F (score: 49.9/100). This collector has a failing complaint record with very high complaint volumes and poor response rates.
Does Block, Inc. respond to consumer complaints? ▼
Block, Inc. has a 97% timely response rate to CFPB complaints.
In how many states does Block, Inc. operate? ▼
Block, Inc. has received CFPB complaints from consumers in 39 states, with the most complaints from Texas (25 complaints).
What can I do if Block, Inc. is contacting me? ▼
Under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), you have the right to request written debt validation within 30 days of first contact. You can also send a cease-communication letter to stop calls. If Block, Inc. violates the FDCPA, you may be able to sue for damages up to $1,000 plus attorney fees.
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Data sourced from the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainCollector Editorial
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| Sources | the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database |