How to Register a Paypal Account?

STEP 1: Go to the PayPal sign-up page at www.paypal.com and click the “Get Started” button.

STEP 2: Choose from the three Paypal account offers. The Standard plan is FREE which allows you to accept PayPal fund payments and credit card payments to or your website. Click “Get Started” or “Apply Now.”

STEP 3: Click the “Create a New Account” button twice. You will be redirected to the sign-up form.

STEP 4: Select your business type, such as individual or partnership.

STEP 5: Enter your email address and a password. PayPal accepts passwords between 8 to 20 characters long. More complex much better.

STEP 6: Select 2 security questions and answers. PayPal will use these security questions for you to access your account if you forget your password.

STEP 7: Type the code shown in the image in the “Enter the Code” field then click “Continue.”

STEP 8: Enter the name you want to appear on customer payment pages. This could be your name or your business’s name.

STEP 9: Enter the date you established your business. If your business has a website, enter the URL in the Website URL field.

STEP 10: Select your business’s category or type of items sold. Answer the questions about your average transaction amount and monthly payment volume.

STEP 11: Enter your name, phone number and physical address. Click “Agree and Continue” to create your account.

STEP 12: Go to your email inbox and look for an email from PayPal. Click the link in the email to return to the PayPal website and confirm your account.

How to Link your Bank Account to Paypal?

STEP 1: Go to the PayPal and enter your email address and password, then click “Log In.”

STEP 2: Click “Profile” at the top of the page, then click “Update Bank Account.”

STEP 3: Select account type, such as checking or savings. Enter your account number and nine-digit routing number in the appropriate fields. Account numbers are usually up to 17 digits long. Look for the routing number on the left side of a check from your bank. Find the account number printed on the right side of the check.

STEP 4: Click “Continue” to link the account to your PayPal account.