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PayPal Zettle
Formerly PayPal Here

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What is PayPal Zettle?

PayPal Zettle (formerly PayPal Here) is a POS and payment processing system that includes either a mobile card reader or a chip reader (hardware), and is powered by the mobile PayPal Here app. Admins can add up to 1,000 users…

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PayPal Zettle has gained popularity among users as a highly effective solution for accepting credit and debit card payments. With the …
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Portable and Reliable

8 out of 10
March 24, 2022
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We use PayPal Zettle as a means to process credit card payments for our small newspaper. We tend to run through about two transactions per …
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What is PayPal Zettle?

PayPal Zettle (formerly PayPal Here) is a POS and payment processing system that includes either a mobile card reader or a chip reader (hardware), and is powered by the mobile PayPal Here app. Admins can add up to 1,000 users per account, and the app also includes invoicing, reporting, and…

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Product Details

What is PayPal Zettle?

PayPal Zettle (formerly PayPal Here) is a POS and payment processing system that includes either a mobile card reader or a chip reader (hardware), and is powered by the mobile PayPal Here app. Admins can add up to 1,000 users per account, and the app also includes invoicing, reporting, and inventory management features.
The pricing structure for payment processing is:
2.7% per US card swipe.
3.5% + $0.15 to key in cards.
2.9% + $0.30 to invoice.
1% for cross-border transfers.

PayPal Zettle Video

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PayPal Zettle Technical Details

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Reviews and Ratings

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PayPal Zettle has gained popularity among users as a highly effective solution for accepting credit and debit card payments. With the ability to transform mobile phones into point-of-sale systems without the need for additional hardware or lengthy banking processes, businesses have found it to be an invaluable tool. Instant payments facilitated by PayPal Zettle eliminate the need for bank transfers or checks, providing a seamless transaction experience for both businesses and customers. The fast and fluid PayPal Here hardware allows for quick and efficient transactions, saving time and avoiding the expense of a separate POS system. Integrating PayPal Zettle with eCommerce platforms like BigCommerce allows for easy inventory management across online and in-store sales. Solo business owners appreciate the simplicity of PayPal Zettle's Bluetooth card reader and user-friendly app, enabling them to accept payments during consultations and ultimately boosting sales. It is also widely used by businesses managing multiple online stores, accepting orders over the phone, and selling physical goods and information products in person at events. Nonprofit organizations have successfully utilized PayPal Here for accepting charitable contributions, processing credit card payments at fundraising events, and facilitating manual entry of orders or donations. Additionally, service businesses benefit from PayPal Here as it allows them to take customer credit card payments on-site, regardless of their location. Overall, PayPal Zettle has simplified credit card payment processing for small businesses, streamlined operations, reduced wait times, improved customer experiences, and ultimately increased purchases and customer satisfaction. With its versatile features and integration capabilities with eCommerce sites, PayPal Zettle proves to be a valuable tool across various industries.

Efficient hardware connection: Users have praised the seamless and efficient hardware connection of PayPal Zettle. Many reviewers have stated that their mobile devices and the PayPal Zettle application quickly recognize the hardware, saving them valuable time compared to other POS systems.

Instant transaction processing: The instant transaction processing feature of PayPal Zettle has been highly regarded by users. Numerous reviewers have mentioned that transactions can be carried out within a second simply by passing the NFC chip inside the system, providing a smooth and efficient payment experience.

Convenient transaction history management: Users appreciate the convenience of tracking and managing their transactions with PayPal Zettle. Several reviewers have pointed out that the transaction history is conveniently shown in their registered PayPal account, giving them an easy-to-access overview of their payment history.

Delayed Access to Funds: Some users have reported that payments received through the PayPal Here system are initially frozen for 48 hours, causing delays in accessing funds.

Limited Features and Integration: Several users have mentioned that the PayPal Here application lacks certain features and integration options with their PayPal accounts, which can be limiting for their business needs.

Lack of Inventory Control and Integration: Users have expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of built-in inventory control in the PayPal Zettle software. Additionally, some reviewers have noted that it does not integrate directly with popular platforms like WooCommerce, making it less convenient for managing their business operations.

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Tara Brueske | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • It's had a positive impact as I wouldn't be able to make some cd sales without it
  • It's been a positive thing to offer a business a way to pay me with a credit card
  • It's allowed me to make more money
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • The use of PayPal Zettle and related WooCommerce plugin resulted in savings on a separate inventory management program (about $100 per year).
  • It became possible to keep a general warehouse accounting in single software.
  • The ease to use of card readers greatly simplifies their implementation.
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • My roi grow significantly because many people use cards instead cash
  • My team it feels great because they don’t have to say no to our clients when they ask if we offered this payment option
  • We got our goals and grow them
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • Today people carry very little cash. So relying on a cash-only model of business just won't work.
  • Concessions, gift shops, etc. areas of our events can survive, and without dependence on a big cash box that we then have to always have an eye on.
  • People will spend more, and even put their cash away, when they find out we can take cards.
Jessica Alvarez | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • We have saved money buying the PayPal POS system. Here, it is much cheaper than a POS system from a bank.
  • We have increased the satisfaction of the customers who come to our company. They do not have to wait that long to complete the payment of any debt on a property that they have rented through our services.
  • We have added an additional method for our customers to pay us. This has helped to make more money transactions in our company and has allowed our clients to pay us in various ways.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • Donations at fundraising events have increased significantly since we started using PayPal Here. Our supporters love how easy it is to use.
  • Because donors receive a donation receipt from PayPal, we have saved time by not generating receipts for donors.
October 25, 2019

Fast, Easy, & Convenient

Fredrick Doss, M.A. | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • PayPal Here is worth every penny. We aren't charged anything more than processing fees and for those people that have PayPal accounts when they donate it costs us nothing, which is a money saver.
  • Also, we have access to the donations collected within 1-2 business days via direct deposit, and having access to capital sooner increases our ability to meet our campaign goals.
  • PayPal Here is also cheaper than ActBlue, the leading donation collection mechanism for Democratic campaigns. Additionally, the donations are bundled and sent to us via paper check once a week which causes a delay in access to funds and requires trips to the bank.
Score 5 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • One positive impact that PayPal here has had on our business is the ability to accept credit card payments which in itself increases our customer basis by 50%.
  • When PayPal fails, we have to pay higher fees to other processors, although I don't have an exact dollar impact.
  • When we struggle to take a payment using PayPal Here it makes our customers uneasy.
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • PayPal Here has allowed us to have a retail presence when we are away from our home location.
  • We have sold literally millions of dollars in merchandise at events over the last several years that we otherwise would not have been able to.
  • The only negative about PayPal Here is that we did not implement it sooner.
Andy Ryan | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • It's a free app, but I pay for the merchant services part of Paypal
  • It has allowed me to take credit cards on the spot from a client after a sales pitch. Instead of having to invoice them and getting a check months later
  • It lets me get my money up front and not have to ask for it through email.
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