Checkout

There are two ways to integrate online payments using the PayPal JavaScript SDK. The JavaScript SDK displays relevant, PayPal-supported payment methods on your page.

Overview

Compare the features of our standard payments integration and customized card field integration.

	Standard payments	Advanced credit and debit card payments
Benefits	Quick, basic, easy payment buttons	Customization for card fields
Transaction types	One-time sale	One-time sale, authorize and capture, voids, and refunds
Integration type	Client-side and server-side	Client-side and server-side
Payment methods	PayPal Venmo PayPal Pay Later offers Alternative payment methods Basic card processing Availability: See where payment methods are available.	PayPal Venmo PayPal Pay Later offers Alternative payment methods Advanced card processing
Card form fields	PayPal user experience	Custom user experience
Vetting and underwriting	Not required	Required
Seller protection	For PayPal and basic card transactions	For PayPal transactions only
Risk management	Handled by PayPal	Customizable fraud tools with Simility

Standard payments

Set up online payments quickly with Checkout and show payment buttons that millions of consumers know and trust.

Advanced card payments

If you're looking for a custom checkout solution, set up online payments that include your business branding for the credit and debit card fields.