Accept Payments with PayPal

No. While customers can pay using their PayPal balance, they can also pay with a credit or debit card through PayPal's checkout — no PayPal account required. This is called "Pay with Debit or Credit Card" and works in most countries.

PayPal charges 2.99% + 49 cents per transaction for US domestic payments. International payments add a cross-border fee of 1.5%. PayPal also charges a currency conversion fee of 3-4% if you receive payment in a different currency than your account's default.

PayPal is available in 200+ countries and supports 25 currencies. This makes it ideal for businesses with international clients. Your customers can pay from virtually anywhere in the world using their local payment methods through PayPal.

PayPal payments are received instantly in your PayPal balance. You can then transfer to your bank account — standard transfers take 1-3 business days (free), instant transfers take minutes (1% fee, max $10). PayPal also offers a debit card for instant access to your balance.

Yes. When a customer completes a PayPal payment, a webhook notification is sent to Online Invoice Maker. The invoice status updates to "Paid" automatically in your dashboard. No manual reconciliation needed.

The integration supports one-time invoice payments. For recurring billing, you can create recurring invoices in Online Invoice Maker that each include a PayPal payment link. Alternatively, use PayPal Subscriptions for automated recurring charges.

PayPal Buyer Protection applies to goods and services. For invoices, ensure your invoice description clearly states the service or product delivered. Keep records of delivery or service completion. This protects both you and your customer in case of disputes.

If a customer files a dispute, PayPal notifies you and holds the funds. You have 10 days to respond with evidence (signed contract, delivery proof, communication records). Online Invoice Maker stores your invoice history which can serve as supporting documentation.

Yes. PayPal supports 25 currencies. When you create an invoice in a specific currency, the PayPal payment will be processed in that currency. PayPal handles the conversion if the customer pays in a different currency from your account's default.

PayPal has broader consumer recognition and is available in 200+ countries, making it better for B2C invoicing. Stripe supports 135+ currencies with lower fees (2.9% vs 2.99%) and better developer APIs, making it better for tech-savvy businesses. Many businesses offer both options.