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Express Checkout via PayPal for WooCommerce

Integrate PayPal Express Checkout and other payment methods seamlessly into your WooCommerce store with PayPal for WooCommerce.

800+ active installs
3.8
(22 ratings)
Free on WordPress.org
View on WordPress.orgSupport forum
Will this break my store?

What the WordPress.org registry says about keeping Express Checkout via PayPal for WooCommerce running.

WordPress compatibility
Tested to 6.6.5 — 4 branches behind 7.0
Several branches behind. Worth checking on a staging site before updating WordPress.
Last updated
22 months ago
At least 0.6 releases a year since launch. WordPress.org only lists versions still available for download, so the real number may be higher.
Requires PHP
5.5
Your host must be running at least this version.
Requires WordPress
5.3.0
Contributors
1
A single maintainer. Worth knowing if the plugin is load-bearing for your store.
800+ active installsWordPress.org reports installs in bands, not exact counts.
Maintenance & trust

Scored on how Express Checkout via PayPal for WooCommerce is looked after — not on how many stores run it.

50

out of 100
Mixed signalsSome ratings or support history.
Maintenance
15 / 35
Last update 1y ago.
WordPress compatibility
7 / 20
4 WP branches behind.
Support responsiveness
Not enough data
Only 0 support thread(s) — not enough to judge.
Merchant satisfaction
8 / 15
3.8/5 across 22 rating(s).
Listing transparency
10 / 10
Provides: screenshots, description, homepage
1 of 5 measures had too little evidence to score. They are left out of the total rather than counted as zero — otherwise a plugin would be marked down for being small rather than for being poorly kept.Measured 2026-08-01 from the WordPress.org plugin registry.
Ratings

3.8

22 ratings
5★14
4★0
3★2
2★2
1★4
Every rating WordPress.org holds for this plugin, not a sample. Written reviews live in the plugin's WordPress.org reviews forum.

PayPal for WooCommerce is the official solution for integrating PayPal Express Checkout and additional payment options into your WooCommerce store. Developed by an official PayPal Partner, this plugin ensures you can offer PayPal, credit cards, and local payment methods, providing a secure and reliable payment experience for your customers.

With PayPal for WooCommerce, you can enable:
* PayPal Smart Payment Buttons
* Pay in 4 (Buy Now, Pay Later)
* Credit and Debit Card Payments with 3D Secure
* Venmo, iDEAL, Sofort, and other local payment methods

Key Features of PayPal for WooCommerce

  • PayPal Express Checkout with Smart Payment Buttons
  • Multiple Payment Methods including PayPal, Venmo, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and more
  • Buy Now, Pay Later with Pay in 4
  • 3D Secure for Credit/Debit Cards ensuring compliance with PSD2 for European merchants
  • Localization and Multi-currency Support with automatic currency conversion

Why PayPal for WooCommerce?

  1. Integrate PayPal, one of the most trusted payment methods, directly into your WooCommerce store with ease.
  2. Offer a variety of payment options, including PayPal, credit/debit cards, and local payment methods like Sofort and iDEAL.
  3. Improve customer experience by offering Pay in 4, allowing buyers to pay in installments.
  4. Ensure 3D Secure compliance, keeping transactions safe and PSD2 compliant.

Why PayPal for WooCommerce?

– Quick setup with minimal configuration
– Provide multiple payment options with a single integration
– Increase average order value with Pay in 4 (Buy Now, Pay Later)
– Ensure secure and PSD2-compliant payments with 3D Secure
– Accept global payments with multi-currency support

PayPal for WooCommerce is the best choice for WooCommerce store owners who want a secure, scalable, and easy-to-use payment solution.

How do I configure PayPal for WooCommerce?

After activating the plugin, go to WooCommerce > Settings > Payments, select PayPal for WooCommerce, and enter your PayPal API credentials (Client ID and Secret). Save your changes, and you’re ready to go.

How can I test payments using sandbox accounts?

To test transactions:
1. Log in to PayPal Developer and create sandbox accounts.
2. Use sandbox API credentials in the PayPal settings under WooCommerce > Payments.
3. Place test orders with sandbox buyer accounts.

Does PayPal for WooCommerce support subscriptions?

Yes! The plugin integrates with WooCommerce Subscriptions, allowing you to offer recurring payment options for your customers.

What payment methods are supported by PayPal for WooCommerce?

Along with PayPal, this plugin supports major credit cards like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and local payment methods such as Venmo, Sofort, Bancontact, giropay, and iDEAL.

Categories
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Plugin details
Version6.0.0
Last updated2024-09-26 7:21am GMT
Added2016-03-26
Requires WordPress5.3.0
Tested up to6.6.5
Requires PHP5.5
Tags on WordPress.org
credit card
ecommerce
paypal
PayPal Checkout
paypal for woocommerce
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