PayPal Checkout
Online checkout product for accepting PayPal payments, major cards, and eligible alternative methods through hosted, platform, API, or no-code paths.
Last reviewed: 2026-07-14
Overview
Online checkout product for accepting PayPal payments, major cards, and eligible alternative methods through hosted, platform, API, or no-code paths.
Best for
Merchants that want PayPal at checkout alongside card acceptance and a choice of ecommerce-platform, developer, or payment-link setup paths.
Not ideal for
Teams that need a processor-neutral integration across several acquiring relationships or want every checkout and risk decision self-managed.
Key features
Integrations
Confirm current integration depth with the vendor before buying. Listed integrations are a starting point for research, not a complete implementation guarantee.
Pricing summary
PayPal publishes no monthly or setup fee for Checkout and charges transaction-based merchant fees. Rates vary by checkout option, payment method, location, currency, and optional protection services; confirm current fees.
Free trial
Not applicable
Free plan
Not applicable
Pros and cons
Pros
- PayPal wallet and card checkout options
- Platform, API, and no-code setup paths
- Managed risk options for eligible transactions
Cons
- Fees vary by checkout and payment method
- Payment-method availability differs by market
- Advanced customization and protection can require additional setup or fees