Why offer PayPal and express wallets
Some shoppers won't type a card number but will tap PayPal or a wallet they've already set up. Offering these express options — especially on mobile — removes the biggest friction point at checkout.
The goal isn't to replace cards; it's to meet buyers with the method they prefer, so a missing option never becomes a lost sale.
- PayPal for shoppers who prefer not to enter card details
- Apple Pay and Google Pay for one-tap mobile checkout
- Express buttons on the cart and product page, not just at checkout
- PayPal's buyer protection can reassure first-time customers
- More payment choices generally means fewer abandoned checkouts
Setting it up cleanly
Express wallets need correct setup to actually appear — domain verification for Apple Pay, proper button placement, and testing on real devices. A button that never shows up helps no one.
We wire PayPal and wallets into your platform, confirm they display for eligible shoppers, and make sure shipping, tax, and order data carry through correctly from a wallet checkout.
- Enable PayPal and PayPal-powered wallets through your platform's payment settings
- Verify your domain so Apple Pay buttons appear in supported browsers
- Place express buttons where they help: cart, product page, checkout
- Confirm shipping and tax pass through from wallet checkouts
- Test each method on real devices before launch
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need PayPal if I already take cards?
You don't need it, but offering it can capture shoppers who'd otherwise abandon — some strongly prefer PayPal or a wallet over typing a card. It's usually worth enabling as an additional option, not a replacement for card payments.
Will adding more payment options slow checkout down?
No — done right, express buttons speed checkout up by letting shoppers skip the form entirely. The key is clean placement so the page stays fast and uncluttered rather than crowded with buttons.
Are there extra fees for PayPal?
PayPal charges its own processing rate per transaction, and on some platforms an additional gateway fee may apply. We'll show you the fee picture so you can decide which methods are worth offering.