> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://documentation.outpost.pub/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# PayPal Integration

> Accept one-time donations via PayPal through the Tip Jar. PayPal is not used for subscriptions.

Outpost supports PayPal as a payment option for one-time [Tip Jar](/features/tip-jar) donations. PayPal is **not** used for subscriptions — all subscriptions are processed through [Stripe](/integrations/stripe).

<Frame caption="PayPal connection settings in Core Connections showing Client ID, Secret, and shareable link">
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/outpost-eb0cfbad/-cSE19cqpLAJyGqt/images/integrations/paypal-settings.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=-cSE19cqpLAJyGqt&q=85&s=7a05a32a79fa69dc16242a13ac84288f" alt="PayPal integration settings with Client ID, Secret, shareable link URL, and connection status" width="1540" height="333" data-path="images/integrations/paypal-settings.png" />
</Frame>

<Warning>
  PayPal is for **tips and donations only**. It cannot be used for recurring subscriptions. All subscription billing is handled by [Stripe](/integrations/stripe).
</Warning>

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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.

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## 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](/features/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.

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## Related features

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Stripe Integration" icon="credit-card" href="/integrations/stripe">
    Primary payment processor for all subscriptions and Tip Jar donations.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Tip Jar" icon="coins" href="/features/tip-jar">
    Accept one-time donations via PayPal or Stripe.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

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## FAQ

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Can members subscribe with PayPal?">
    No. All subscriptions are processed through Stripe. PayPal is only available for one-time Tip Jar donations.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Do I need PayPal?">
    No. PayPal is entirely optional. If you only want to accept donations via Stripe, you can skip the PayPal setup.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="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.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>