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Adding PayPal Buttons to Payment Elements in Stack

Enhance your payment processing capabilities with Stack's Payment Element, now supporting PayPal and PayLater. This integration allows your customers to choose PayPal as a payment method across various platforms, including forms, invoices, payment links, and order forms.

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What is the PayPal Payment Element?​

The Payment Element in Stack now includes PayPal and PayLater options, providing a seamless payment experience for your customers. By integrating PayPal, you can offer a widely recognized and trusted payment method, potentially increasing conversion rates and customer satisfaction.

Benefits of Using PayPal in the Payment Element​

  • Increased Payment Options: Offer customers the flexibility to choose their preferred payment method, including PayPal and PayLater.
  • Seamless Checkout: Ensure a smooth and secure payment process, enhancing the overall customer experience.
  • Enhanced Trust: Leverage PayPal's reputation to build trust with your customers.
  • Easy Integration: Incorporate PayPal into your existing payment workflows without significant changes.
  • Global Reach: Access a broader customer base, as PayPal is widely used internationally.

Features That Support PayPal in Payment Elements​

  • Websites & Funnels: Use the 1-step and 2-step order form page elements to collect payments on your website or funnel using PayPal buttons.
  • Forms & Surveys: Collect payments using PayPal buttons in your forms and surveys with the "collect payment" element.
  • Invoices: Easily collect invoice payments from your clients using PayPal buttons.
  • Payment Links: Integrate PayPal buttons directly into your one-time payment links.
  • E-Commerce Stores: Give shoppers more ways to pay by adding PayPal buttons to your e-commerce stores.

How to Enable PayPal in the Payment Element​

Step 1: Connect Your PayPal Account​

  1. Navigate to Payments > Integrations in your Stack dashboard.
  2. Click on PayPal and enter your Client ID and Secret Key obtained from your PayPal developer account.
  3. Save the integration settings.

Step 2: Add or Update the Payment Element​

  • If you are collecting payments in your forms, surveys, websites, or funnels, simply add the payment element to enable PayPal buttons during the checkout experience.
  • If you already have a payment element and are now adding PayPal as a payment option, ensure that your Payment Element is updated to the latest version that supports PayPal.

Step 3: Preview Payment Element​

To see the PayPal buttons in your payment element, preview your form, survey, website, or funnel. Note that you will not see the buttons when adding the payment element in the builder.

Frequently Asked Questions​

Q: How do I obtain my PayPal Client ID and Secret Key?

Log in to your PayPal developer account, navigate to My Apps & Credentials, and create a new app to receive your Client ID and Secret Key.

Q: Can I use PayPal alongside other payment providers?

Yes, if you have multiple payment providers connected, customers can choose their preferred payment method during checkout.

Q: Is PayLater available for all transactions?

PayLater availability depends on PayPal's terms and the customer's eligibility.

Q: Do I need to update my existing Payment Elements to support PayPal?

Yes, you need to upgrade your Payment Element to the latest version, which includes PayPal support.