How to Accept PayPal Payments on Your Squarespace Store

How to Accept PayPal Payments on Your Squarespace Store

By Michael Thompson

December 16, 2024 at 10:40 AM

Connect your PayPal Business account to accept PayPal payments from customers in your Squarespace store. This guide walks you through the setup process and important considerations.

Prerequisites:

  • A PayPal Business account (free upgrade from Personal)
  • Review PayPal's processing fees (non-refundable for refunded orders)
  • Note: PayPal isn't available for Squarespace subscription products or installment plans

Step-by-Step Setup:

  1. Connect PayPal
  • Open Store payments panel
  • Click Connect PayPal
  • Log in through the pop-up window
  1. Add PayPal Business Account For existing accounts:
  • Enter email and country
  • Log in and upgrade if prompted
  • Verify identity if required

For new accounts:

  • Enter email address
  • Complete business information
  • Submit personal details
  • Confirm authorization
  1. Verify Your Account
  • Check email for verification link
  • Follow instructions to complete verification
  • Required to withdraw funds

Squarespace confirmation email

Squarespace confirmation email

  1. Approve Transaction Fees
  • Review fee information
  • Click Agree & Continue
  • Select payment method
  • Complete billing agreement

PayPal confirmation screen

PayPal confirmation screen

Additional Features:

Venmo Integration:

  • Available for mobile checkout
  • Requires enabled mobile web purchases
  • Works on supported mobile browsers

Important Notes:

  • Multiple sites can connect to one PayPal Business account
  • Foreign currency payments convert automatically
  • Test transactions require a separate PayPal account
  • Contact PayPal support for payment-specific issues
  • Contact Squarespace for integration support

To Disconnect:

  1. Open Store payments panel
  2. Click Manage under PayPal
  3. Select Disconnect PayPal

Troubleshooting tips and detailed error solutions are available in the PayPal FAQ.

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