PayPal Express + Paid Memberships Pro

With PayPal Express, setting up payments for your membership site is seamless, secure, and designed for a global audience. From trusted transactions to frictionless checkout, PayPal and PMPro empower you to grow your membership business with confidence.

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Example of Stripe Elements onsite embedded card payments with Paid Memberships Pro

Global Payment Reach, Built on Trust

Expand your audience with PayPal’s worldwide acceptance and multi-currency support. With over 200 markets and 25+ currencies, PayPal enables secure, seamless transactions across the globe.

Whether your members pay with PayPal balance, credit/debit cards, linked bank accounts, or local payment methods, PMPro + PayPal Express ensures flexibility, trust, and ease of use.

Flexible Options for Every Business Model

With Paid Memberships Pro, you can choose from two optimized checkout experiences that cater to your members’ preferences:


PayPal Express Checkout

Simplify financial management with a single gateway that lets members complete their purchase with just a few clicks using their PayPal account or a credit/debit card.

Go to: PayPal Express Documentation »


PayPal as a Secondary Option

Already using another primary onsite gateway? Offer PayPal as an alternative checkout method to maximize conversions and cater to PayPal-preferred users.

Go to: Add PayPal Express Option »

Both options support one-time payments or recurring memberships—keeping revenue steady with no extra effort.

Reliable Subscriptions With PMPro and PayPal

With PayPal’s industry-leading payment infrastructure, your membership payments stay secure and uninterrupted:

Example of PayPal Subscriptions dashboard with recurring subscription, invoice, and payments history
  • Fewer failed payments: PayPal securely handles transactions, reducing declines and ensuring payments go through.
  • Automatic updates for payment details: Members’ saved cards and accounts update seamlessly to prevent missed payments.
  • Continuous billing, even if your site goes offline: PayPal ensures recurring payments continue without disruption.
  • Comprehensive reporting: Track revenue, churn, and lifetime value with PayPal’s powerful analytics.

PMPro and PayPal give your membership business the reliability and stability it deserves—no missed revenue, no downtime.

Why We Recommend PMPro + PayPal:


Unmatched Security & Fraud Protection

PayPal’s advanced fraud detection and buyer protection policies keep transactions secure, reducing chargebacks and fraud risks.


Global Trust & Gateway Recognition

Millions of buyers actively look for PayPal at checkout—giving your membership site instant credibility and increasing conversions.


Frictionless, Hassle-Free Setup

With PMPro, enabling PayPal Express is simple and secure—no complex integrations, no API headaches, just smooth payments.