Outpost supports PayPal as a payment option for one-time Tip Jar donations. PayPal is not used for subscriptions — all subscriptions are processed through Stripe.Documentation Index
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How it works
When a reader clicks the PayPal option on your Tip Jar, they’re redirected to PayPal to complete their one-time donation. Outpost records the donation and attributes it to the member’s account.Connection settings
PayPal is configured under Core Connections in the left navigation.| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| PayPal Client ID | Your PayPal app’s Client ID (from PayPal Developer → My Apps & Credentials). |
| PayPal Secret | Your PayPal app’s Secret key. |
| PayPal Shareable Link/URL | A PayPal-hosted link for direct donations. Used by the Tip Jar on the Space Station Plan. |
Plan differences
| Feature | Space Station Plan | Voyager Plan and above |
|---|---|---|
| Tip Jar via PayPal shareable link | Yes | Yes |
| Tip Jar via PayPal API (on-site) | — | Yes |
- Space Station Plan — PayPal support is limited to the shareable link. The Tip Jar’s PayPal button opens your PayPal-hosted donation page.
- Voyager Plan and above — The Tip Jar uses PayPal’s API to accept donations directly on your site, without redirecting readers to PayPal.
Related features
Stripe Integration
Primary payment processor for all subscriptions and Tip Jar donations.
Tip Jar
Accept one-time donations via PayPal or Stripe.
FAQ
Can members subscribe with PayPal?
Can members subscribe with PayPal?
No. All subscriptions are processed through Stripe. PayPal is only available for one-time Tip Jar donations.
Do I need PayPal?
Do I need PayPal?
No. PayPal is entirely optional. If you only want to accept donations via Stripe, you can skip the PayPal setup.
Where do I find my PayPal API credentials?
Where do I find my PayPal API credentials?
Go to the PayPal Developer portal → My Apps & Credentials → Create or select an app. The Client ID and Secret are shown on the app’s detail page.