What is PayPal?
PayPal offers online checkout, payment links and a separate point-of-sale service. Its UK material distinguishes PayPal Checkout from Expanded Checkout, with different customisation, payment-method and operating scope. The in-person POS service, formerly Zettle, uses its own app and supported hardware.
Who is PayPal for?
Businesses comparing PayPal checkout access with broader online or in-person payment needs.
PayPal features
The core capabilities to consider for your workflow.
- PayPal and card checkout options
- Expanded Checkout customisation
- Payment links and ecommerce integrations
- Separate point-of-sale app and hardware
PayPal pricing
Transaction fees apply
Use current UK merchant terms for the exact checkout product, payment methods, international transactions, conversion and any optional services. Quote in-person hardware and payment processing separately from online checkout.
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A free business-account signup or free POS app download is not free live payment processing. Transaction and any hardware or additional-service costs remain relevant.
Before you choose PayPal
Checkout and Expanded Checkout should not be treated as identical packages.
POS hardware and software use PayPal’s payment infrastructure; confirm compatibility and account eligibility.
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PayPal FAQs
Does PayPal have a free plan?
A free business-account signup or free POS app download is not free live payment processing. Transaction and any hardware or additional-service costs remain relevant.
Who is PayPal for?
Businesses comparing PayPal checkout access with broader online or in-person payment needs.
What should I compare before buying?
Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.