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PayPal Integration
To seamlessly accept payments using PayPal on Availabu, follow these comprehensive steps to set up and integrate your PayPal account with the platform.
Step 1: Create a PayPal Business Account
- Register for PayPal
- Visit PayPal Business Registration.
- Fill out the registration form with accurate details.
- Verify Your Email Address
- After completing the form, PayPal will prompt you to confirm your email address.
- Click the “Email you a code” button. A code will be sent to the email address you provided during registration.
- Enter the code received to verify your email.
- Activate Your PayPal Account
- After email verification, click the “Let’s Go!” button to begin the activation process.
- Provide answers to additional questions and proof of your identity and business.
- Select Your Business Type
- Choose your business type from the provided options (e.g., Individual or LLC (Single owner)).
- Complete the relevant forms for your selected business type.
- Provide Business and Personal Information
- Enter accurate information about yourself and your business or organization. Ensure all details are correct to avoid delays or rejection during the verification process.
- Submit Proof of Identity
- PayPal will request documentation to verify your identity and business.
- Submit the required documents and wait for PayPal to review and approve your account.
Step 2: Obtain PayPal API Credentials
- Access the Developer Dashboard
- Once your PayPal account is verified, log in to the PayPal Developer Dashboard.
- Generate API Keys
- Navigate to the API Credentials section.
- Copy your Client ID and Secret keys. These will be used to connect PayPal to Availabu.
Step 3: Configure PayPal Integration in Availabu
- Access Payment Settings
- Log in to your Availabu dashboard.
- Navigate to Settings > Payment Settings > Payment Methods > PayPal.
- Enter API Credentials
- Paste the Client ID and Secret Key into the respective fields.
- Set Payment Mode
- Select the appropriate mode for your account:
- Live: For real transactions.
- Sandbox: For testing purposes using PayPal’s sandbox credentials.
- Select the appropriate mode for your account:
- Save Changes
- Click the Save Changes button to enable PayPal as a payment method.
Step 4: Test Your PayPal Integration
- Using Sandbox Mode
- If testing, ensure the Sandbox mode is enabled in both PayPal and Availabu settings.
- Create test transactions using PayPal’s sandbox tools.
- Switch to Live Mode
- Replace sandbox credentials with your live Client ID and Secret Key.
- Ensure the mode in Availabu settings is set to Live.
Step 5: Enable PayPal for Specific Services
- Edit Service Settings
- Navigate to Availabu > Services.
- Select the service for which you want to enable PayPal payments and click Edit.
- Enable PayPal Payments
- In the service settings, enable the Accept Payments via PayPal option.
- Save Changes
- Click Save to apply the payment settings to the service.
Troubleshooting Tips
- Ensure the mode selected in Availabu matches the credentials you’re using (e.g., Live mode with live credentials).
- Check your PayPal account for any restrictions or unresolved issues.
- Use PayPal’s sandbox tools for testing before switching to live mode.
Additional Notes
- Refunds: Refunds can be managed through the PayPal dashboard. Refer to PayPal’s Refund Documentation.
- Disputes: For handling disputes or chargebacks, visit PayPal’s Dispute Resolution Center.
- Currencies: Ensure the currency set in PayPal matches your Availabu settings for seamless transactions.
For further assistance, refer to our Documentation Page or contact us at support@availabu.com.