Step-by-Step Guide
How to Create a PayPal QR Code
A PayPal QR code lets people send you money or pay for goods and services by scanning — no card reader required.
Step-by-step instructions
- 1Get your PayPal.me link or payment linkCreate a PayPal.me link at paypal.me/yourusername, or create a payment link for a specific amount in your PayPal business account.
- 2Create a URL QR codePaste your PayPal.me or payment link into Dynamic QR's URL QR tool and generate your code.
- 3Display for in-person or print paymentsDownload PNG or SVG. PayPal QR codes work for market stalls, craft fairs, and freelancers who need to accept payments without a terminal.
- 4Use PayPal's native QR code for direct transfersPayPal has a native QR code in the app for peer-to-peer payments. URL QR codes are better for print and signage.
Tips for best results
- →Specify an amount in the PayPal payment link URL for fixed-price items: paypal.me/yourusername/25
- →PayPal QR codes are ideal for craft fairs, market stalls, and freelancers at events
- →For business use, PayPal business accounts offer branded payment pages with better fee structures
Common questions
How do I create a PayPal QR code for receiving payments?
Create a PayPal.me link and generate a URL QR code from it. Customers scan and pay — no card reader needed.
What's the difference between PayPal's built-in QR and a URL QR code?
PayPal's in-app QR works for peer-to-peer transfers inside the app. A URL QR code pointing to PayPal.me works for anyone on any device with a browser.
Can I set a fixed amount in a PayPal QR code?
Yes — add the amount to your PayPal.me link: paypal.me/yourusername/25. The payment form pre-fills with $25.