What is a PayPal QR code?
A PayPal QR code opens a PayPal payment page for you. Scanning it takes the payer to checkout, so they can pay in a few taps.
It turns any printed or on-screen spot into a way to get paid, from invoices and market stalls to donation cards. PayPal handles the secure checkout after the scan.
What a PayPal QR code includes
- Payment link
- Your PayPal.me or payment link that opens the checkout.
- Amount
- An optional fixed amount and currency for the payment.
How to create a PayPal QR code
Three quick steps, all in the generator above. It is free, there is no sign-up, and your code never expires.
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Set up the payment
Add your PayPal account details and, if you like, a fixed amount and currency for the payment.
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Style it to match your brand
Choose the colors, add a logo, and pick a frame so the code fits your counter or flyer.
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Download and display
Save a PNG or SVG and place it where people pay. A scan opens PayPal, ready to send.
What a PayPal QR code is good for
A few places this type of code tends to earn its scan.
- Market stalls and pop-up shops
- Tips and service payments
- Donations and fundraising
- Invoices and receipts
Tips for a PayPal QR code that scans
- Test the full payment flow yourself before sharing the code.
- Set a fixed amount for set-price items to reduce errors.
- Add "Scan to pay with PayPal" so the action is clear.
- Keep the code on a clean, high-contrast background for reliable scans.
PayPal QR code questions
Can I set a fixed amount?
Yes. Add an amount and currency, or leave it open so the payer enters their own.
Do customers need a PayPal account?
PayPal handles the checkout after the scan, including its guest options where available.
Is the PayPal QR code free to make?
Yes. Creating the code is free and it does not expire.
Is paying by QR code secure?
Yes. The scan opens PayPal, which handles the payment. Your financial details are not stored in the code.
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