Frequently asked questions
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Zettle by PayPal
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Every business needs a reliable payment partner. From secure payment processing to helpful business insights, we’re here for you.
Tap and go. Wherever you sell.
Accept payments on the go
Take contactless cards and digital wallet payments—including Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay.
No extra hardware required
Just download the Zettle by PayPal app to start accepting payments. No extra hardware needed.
Safe transactions in one place
Leverage the security and efficiency of the PayPal business ecosystem to manage funds.
Quick access to your available funds
The funds from your sales are available in your PayPal Business account fast.
Contactless payments without extra hardware
Start using Tap to Pay on iPhone or Tap to Pay on Android with the Zettle by PayPal app. Your mobile device now accepts contactless payments—no extra hardware necessary.
Accept popular payment types
Give customers the flexibility to pay the way they want with just one tap. Accept debit and credit cards, and digital wallets—with secure, safely encrypted PayPal transactions.
How Tap to Pay works
01
Open the Zettle by PayPal app on your iPhone
If you don’t have the app, download it from the App Store.
02
Enter an amount and present to the customer
Once you enter a price, present your iPhone to your customer to receive payment.
03
Payment in process
Your customer holds their card horizontally or their mobile device over the contactless symbol at the top of your iPhone for a few seconds.
04
Complete the sale
When you see the Done tick, the card read is complete and the transaction is being processed. Send your customer their receipt via email or text message.
01
Open the Zettle by PayPal app on your Android
If you don’t have the app, download it from the Google Play Store.
02
Enter an amount and present to the customer
Once you enter a price, present your Android device to your customer to receive payment.
03
Payment in process
Your customer holds their card horizontally or their mobile device at the top of your Android for a few seconds.
04
Complete the sale
When you see the Done tick, the card read is complete and the transaction is being processed. Send your customer their receipt via email or text message.
Pricing with no surprises Only pay when you get paid with Zettle by PayPal
No long-term commitment, no monthly fee.
Monthly or setup fees
Credit and debit card processing
Tap to Pay
Take payments with your iPhone or Android.
Don’t miss a sale and get paid on the spot. Download the Zettle by PayPal app to start accepting contactless payment methods.
