Connect PayPal to accept customer payments through your online store. Here's a step-by-step guide to get started.

Prerequisites:

• A PayPal Business account (you can upgrade from a Personal account for free)
• Understanding of PayPal's processing fees (fees aren't refunded for order refunds)
• Note: PayPal can't be used for subscription products or fixed-value installment plans

Step 1: Connect PayPal

1. Open your store's payment panel
2. Click "Connect PayPal"
3. Follow the prompts in the pop-up window

Step 2: Add PayPal Business Account For existing accounts:

1. Enter your email address and country
2. Click Next
3. Input login credentials
4. Complete any required account upgrades
5. Return to Squarespace after authorization

For new accounts:

1. Enter your email address
2. Complete business information
3. Select product type from dropdown menu
4. Enter personal information
5. Submit and return to Squarespace

Step 3: Verify PayPal Account

1. Check email for verification message
2. Follow verification instructions
3. Confirm email address

Step 4: Approve Transaction Fees

1. Review fee information
2. Click "Agree and Continue"
3. Log in to PayPal
4. Select payment method
5. Confirm agreement

Additional Features:

• Venmo payments available for mobile customers
• Multiple sites can connect to one PayPal Business account
• Automatic foreign currency conversion
• Easy disconnection and reconnection options

Testing and Troubleshooting:

1. Use a different account for test transactions
2. Reset connection by disconnecting and reconnecting if issues arise
3. Contact Squarespace support for integration help
4. Contact PayPal directly for account-specific issues

For support with:

• Connection issues
• Refunds
• Order management
• Checkout problems Contact Squarespace support. For other PayPal-specific issues, contact PayPal directly.

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