Implementing PayPal on eCommerce Solutions

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Consider choosing a solution from PayPal's wide range of partners. Partner solutions come with PayPal built in, so it's easier for you to start accepting payments.

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In this article:

• eCommerce System Integration Guides
• Things to consider when you choose an eCommerce solution
• Resources

 

eCommerce System Integration Guides

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  Integrating PayPal into osCommerce

  Learn how to set up your osCommerce shopping cart (version 2.3.3) by integrating PayPal without writing a single line of code.

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  Integrating PayPal Express Checkout with Magento

  Integrating PayPal on your online store is easy with Magento (version 1.7.02 – 1.8.0.0). Learn how it’s done without writing a single line of code.

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  Integrating PayPal Express Checkout with Shopify

  Learn how to integrate PayPal on your Shopify store.

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  Integrating PayPal Standard with ZenCart

  Learn how to set up PayPal within ZenCart payment modules.

 

Things to consider when you choose an eCommerce solution

Whether you're looking for a do-it-yourself hosted solution or are building a custom site, an eCommerce solution can help you grow your online business. Learn about the factors you should consider and find a PayPal partner solution for your needs.

General questions to consider when choosing an e-commerce solution include:

• Is it hosted or self-hosted?
• Will you do it yourself or work with a developer.
• Does it come with PayPal integration?
• Is it available on the platforms do you want to sell on?
• How big is your inventory, and how much do you plan on selling?
• What countries do you want to sell to? Is the solution available in those countries?
• How much does the solution cost?
• How much technical support does the solution offer?
• What security features does the solution offer?
• How are the solution's online reviews?
• Can you use your own domain name?

Features to look out for in a hosted eCommerce solution:

• Selling on multiple channels and platforms, such as Facebook or blogs.
• Mobile optimisation.
• Search engine optimisation.
• Cross selling, up selling and recommendations.
• Discount codes, newsletter subscriptions and other marketing tools.
• Inventory management.

If you're building a custom eCommerce site, look out for more advanced features such as:

• Support for localisation and multiple languages.
• Real-time shipping calculations.
• Order fulfilment.
• Ratings, reviews, "likes" and other social features.
• Personalisation and segmentation tools.
• Custom landing pages for campaigns and promotions.
• Customer service support.
• Extensions to add more functionality.

 

Resources

• Integrating PayPal into osCommerce
• Integrating PayPal Express Checkout with Magento
• Integrating PayPal Express Checkout with Shopify
• Integrating PayPal Standard with ZenCart

If you're working with a developer, the following resources might be useful to them:

• Visit the Developer Portal for guides, APIs and support.
• Get technical support from Merchant Technical Services.
• Visit the PayPal Demo Portal to experience the solutions, learn best practices, and get code.