Frequently asked questions

PayPal Open

One platform

for all business

Get paid. Get growing. Get ahead.

Do more with the platform designed to power commerce.

Make selling simple with

your own QR code

Contactless

Customers can scan your QR code and pay through the PayPal app. No need for cash, cards, or cheques.

Quick and easy

Create your QR code in seconds. Anytime, at any point of sale.

Flexible

Use one QR code for what you sell. Online or in person. Your QR code doesn’t expire.

How QR codes work

Create

Generate your QR code

Create your unique QR code in your PayPal business account.

Share

Share your QR code

Show your QR code to your customer. Display it on your camera roll, in-store signage, and more.

Scan

Have your
customer scan

Ask your customer to scan your QR code. They can use their phone’s camera or the Scan/Pay option in the app.

Add amount

Have your customer enter the amount

Ask your customer to enter the total amount owed. They can even add a tip.

Get paid

Get paid

After your customer sends their payment, it goes directly to your PayPal account.

Pricing with no surprises

No monthly or setup fees. Only pay when you get paid.

QR codes for business

Scan. Snap. Settle up.

Reach more customers where you sell. Just share your QR code to accept PayPal on the go. No additional software or hardware needed.