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How can I set up PayPal as a payment method for Post-Purchase offers?


Overview

Integrating PayPal as a payment option for post-purchase offers enhances customer convenience and can boost your store's average order value. To enable PayPal for post-purchase transactions in Shopify, specific configurations are necessary to ensure seamless functionality.


We can enable customers to see post-purchase offers by enabling PayPal Express Checkout and PayPal Automatic payments.


You'll need to have Automated Payments enabled within your Shopify <> PayPal settings.


Step-by-Step Guide


  1. Select UpsellPlus as Your Post-Purchase App
  • Log in to your Shopify Admin panel.
  • Navigate to Settings > Checkout.
  • Scroll to the Post-purchase page section.
  • Choose UpsellPlus from the list of available apps.
  • Click Save to confirm your selection.


See this article for more info on Step 1.

  1. Enable Automatic Payments in PayPal Settings
  • In your Shopify Admin, go to Settings > Payments.
  • Under the PayPal section, click Manage.
  • Ensure that PayPal Express Checkout is set up, along with PayPal Automatic Payments.
  • If the above is not set up, connect your account and Shopify which will automatically request approval from PayPal for Reference Transactions.
  • Monitor the status; it will display as 'Pending' initially and change to 'Approved' once authorized.


  1. Activate Post-Purchase Offers in UpsellPlus
  • Open the UpsellPlus app within your Shopify Admin.
  • Create and customize your post-purchase offers as desired.
  • Ensure these offers are active and properly configured to be presented to customers after checkout.


Limitations and Considerations


  • Single Post-Purchase Charge: PayPal permits only one post-purchase charge per transaction. If a customer accepts the first post-purchase offer, subsequent offers will not be displayed. However, if the first offer is declined, a second offer (if configured) can be presented.
  • Compatibility with PayFlow Pro: There is no change to the current PayPal PayFlow Pro functionality if using a credit card. However, PayPal Express cannot be used in conjunction with PayPal PayFlow Pro.
  • Reference Transactions Approval: The ability to process post-purchase offers relies on PayPal's approval of Reference Transactions. Ensure this feature is enabled to facilitate automatic customer charges for accepted offers.


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    Key Considerations
  • Customer Communication: Clearly inform customers about post-purchase offers and any additional charges to maintain transparency and trust.
  • Testing: Before launching, thoroughly test the post-purchase process to ensure offers display correctly and transactions are processed smoothly.
  • Compliance: Stay updated on PayPal and Shopify policies to ensure ongoing compliance with payment processing regulations.


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Updated on: 08/03/2025

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