Orders API use cases
Orders API use cases are organized into 4 categories:
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| PayPal Checkout | Buyers are aware that PayPal is processing their payments, and they can pay using any of the PayPal-associated payment methods. |
| Expanded Checkout | Buyers don’t use a PayPal account to pay for their order but prefer other payment sources. Buyers aren't aware that PayPal is processing their payment. |
| Save payment methods | Buyers can save a payment method, such as a card or PayPal wallet, and choose to use this payment source for future orders. |
| Alternative payment methods | The Orders v2 API supports payment methods other than PayPal Checkout and Expanded Checkout. |