Frequently asked questions

Join the millions around the world who love PayPal

Easily and securely spend, send, and manage your transactions—all in one place. Download the app on your phone or sign up for free online.

Download the app on your phone or sign up for free online.

A QR code you can scan with the camera on your phone to download the PayPal app

Get the most out of every send

Friendly

At last, dinner with the crew. Settle up¹ in seconds while you keep the convo going.

Fast

Whether you’re home or out and about, we can get your money where it needs to go. Fast.1

Flexible

You have choices. Send money with a credit or debit card, or bank account. Fees may apply.

Secure

Paying someone for goods and services? Get Buyer Protection on eligible items.2

Here’s how to send money. It’s easy as 1-2-3

Choose your recipient

Enter your recipient's name, PayPal username, email, or mobile number.

Enter the amount

Enter the amount you want to send and choose a currency. You can even add a personalized note.

Go

Choose "Send". Your payment is on its way.

Personalize your payment

Add some flair to your payments with fun animations, emojis, or stickers when you use the mobile app.

Send money globally

Use our Xoom service to transfer money to over 130 countries, even if your recipient doesn’t have a PayPal or Xoom account.3 Fees and limits apply.

Send. Settle. Relax.

Pitch in for concert tickets. Pay a caregiver. Help a loved one cover rent. Send money across the table or across the globe.1