How to Add PayPal Pro (REST) as a Payment Method

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PayPal Pro (REST) is an integration using the REST API. While Upmind’s current implementation uses PayPal’s deprecated V1 API, an update is planned.

In this guide, we will set up PayPal Pro (REST). You will require:

  • A PayPal account

  • An Upmind account

📘 Please make sure this feature is enabled on your PayPal account. You may need to contact PayPal or check their guide.

Obtaining API Credentials from PayPal

  1. Log in to your PayPal Business account.

  2. Go to the Developer section.

Go to developer
Go to developer

  1. Click Apps and Credentials.

  2. Click Create App or select an existing app to view the Client ID and Secret.

Create app
Create app

Adding PayPal Pro (REST) in Upmind

  1. In Upmind, go to Settings > Payment Providers.

  2. Click Add Payment Provider.

  3. Select PayPal Pro (REST).

Select PayPal Pro (REST)
Select PayPal Pro (REST)

  1. Enter a display name. We suggest PayPal.

  2. Set Test Mode to No.

  3. Enter your Client ID and Secret.

  4. Click Test Credentials.

  5. (Optional) Add currencies and payment instructions.

  6. Click Create.

Fill in the details
Fill in the details

Editing PayPal Pro (REST)

To edit, go to Settings > Payment Providers, click the three dots, and select Edit.