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PayPal

Prefer guided AI setup?

Instead of following these steps manually, you can use the AI Credential Assistant — describe what you want to connect and the AI will walk you through the setup step by step, tailored to your account.

Overview​

PayPal is a leading online payment platform that enables businesses to accept payments, send money, and manage transactions globally. Connect your PayPal account to automate payment processing and transaction management.

Authentication Type​

API Key (Client ID + Secret)

Setup Instructions​

Step 1: Create a PayPal Developer Account​

  1. Go to PayPal Developer
  2. Sign in with your PayPal account or create a new one
  3. Access the Developer Dashboard

Step 2: Create an App​

  1. Navigate to Apps & Credentials
  2. Select REST API apps > Create App
  3. Enter an app name and select the account type (Sandbox or Live)
  4. Click Create App

Step 3: Get Your Credentials​

  1. After creating the app, you'll see your Client ID and Secret
  2. Copy both values
  3. Choose the appropriate Environment (Live for production, Sandbox for testing)

Configuration Fields​

  • Client ID: Your PayPal application's Client ID
  • Secret: Your PayPal application's Secret key
  • Environment: Select Live for production or Sandbox for testing

Common Use Cases​

  • Process online payments
  • Create and manage invoices
  • Handle refunds and disputes
  • Track transaction history
  • Manage subscriptions

API Documentation​

PayPal REST API Documentation

Next Steps​

Got your credential? Connect it to an agent

Use the AI Tool Creator to turn this credential into agent-callable tools. Describe what your agent should be able to do and the AI investigates the API, configures the endpoints, and gives you a reviewable toolkit before saving anything.