PayPal helps simplify your life

It's free to sign-up to PayPal

Shop online and in person, and send and receive money—all from one account.1

Send money securely

Whether you’re splitting the bill or planning a holiday, send money across the table or around the globe with confidence.1

Receive money with ease

Get paid fast by creating and sharing a unique PayPal.Me link or QR code with any PayPal user.1

Shop online or in person

Checkout with PayPal online or pay in person with QR codes. No matter how you shop, enjoy Buyer Protection2 on eligible purchases.

Your fave ways to pay in one place

Securely store all your preferred ways to pay—from debit and credit cards and your bank account.

Do even more with your money

Link your bank accounts from your sofa. Send money globally. Or build out your side hustle. An account with PayPal is just the beginning.

How to sign up for PayPal

Download the free app and create an account

Enter and confirm your number

Link your card or bank account

Explore the app or get started right away

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