PayPal QR Code: Accept PayPal Payments Anywhere
A PayPal QR code links to your PayPal.me profile so customers can pay you instantly — no card terminal, no invoice required. Display it at a stall, on a sign, or in a PDF and get paid with a single scan.
PayPal QR code use cases
- ✓Market and craft fair vendors — cashless checkout
- ✓Freelancers — payment link on proposals and invoices
- ✓Service businesses — scan to pay at appointment end
- ✓Charity fundraisers and donation collection
- ✓Musicians and artists — tip jar QR code
- ✓Small restaurants and cafes without card terminals
How to create a PayPal QR code
- 1Create your PayPal.me linkGo to paypal.com/paypalme → set up your PayPal.me link. Your URL will be paypal.me/yourusername.
- 2Optionally add an amountFor a specific amount: paypal.me/yourusername/50 — this pre-fills $50 (the payer can edit it).
- 3Generate the QR codePaste your PayPal.me URL into Dynamic QR's URL QR generator.
- 4Download and displayDownload as PNG or SVG. Print and display at your checkout, market table, or on invoices.
Common questions
How do I create a PayPal QR code?
Create a PayPal.me link at paypal.me/yourusername, then paste it into Dynamic QR's URL QR generator. You can also set a specific amount in the link: paypal.me/yourusername/25.
Can I set a specific payment amount in my PayPal QR code?
Yes — use the format paypal.me/yourusername/25 to pre-set a $25 payment. The payer can still change the amount. Great for fixed-price services like a consultation or session fee.
Does PayPal have its own QR code for businesses?
Yes — PayPal Business accounts can generate a QR code in the PayPal app for in-person payments. A PayPal.me URL QR code is an alternative that works for anyone with a PayPal account, personal or business.
Where should I display my PayPal QR code?
Market stalls, craft fair tables, service provider invoices, freelancer websites (as a QR on PDFs), restaurant tables, and anywhere you accept payment without a card terminal.