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PayPal Integration

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Tripcart has integrated with the PayPal payment gateway, allowing users to book trips using PayPal. To configure PayPal on Tripcart, you will need to add a Client ID and Secret ID. Follow the steps below to complete the integration.

Steps to Configure PayPal #

Navigate to Payment Gateways: #

  • Go to the Dashboard > Apps.
  • Select Payment Gateways.

Enable PayPal Payment Gateway: #

  • Find the PayPal payment gateway in the list.
  • Toggle the switch to enable the PayPal payment gateway. This will make the PayPal option appear on the checkout page.

Configure PayPal: #

  • Click on the Configure button next to the PayPal payment gateway.
  • You will be prompted to add the Paypal Label, Client ID, and Secret ID.

How to obtain a Client ID and Secret ID: #

To integrate PayPal payments using REST APIs, you need a Client ID and Secret Key. Follow these steps to generate them:

Step 1: Create a PayPal Business Account #
  • Sign up for a PayPal Business Account.
  • Provide business details (e.g., legal name, taxpayer ID) and link your business bank account.
  • Log in to the PayPal Developer Dashboard using your business account credentials.
  • Ensure Sandbox Mode is enabled (toggle in the top-right corner) for testing without real transactions.
Step 2: Create a New App #
  1. Navigate to Apps & Credentials in the top menu.
  2. Click Create App.
  3. Fill in the form:
    • App Name: Assign a name (e.g., your store name).
    • App Type: Select Merchant (for your business) or Platform (for multi-seller marketplaces).
  4. Click Create App to finalize.
Step 5: Retrieve Client ID and Secret Key #
  • Under Sandbox API Credentials, locate:
    • Client ID: A long alphanumeric string.
    • Secret Key: Click Show to reveal and copy it.
  • Use these credentials for integration.

To retrieve an existing PayPal Client ID and Secret Key:

  1. Log in to the PayPal Developer Dashboard.
  2. Navigate to Apps & Credentials and select the desired app.
  3. Copy the Client ID and click Show to reveal and copy the Secret Key.

These credentials are only accessible via the Developer Dashboard, not your regular PayPal account.

Save Credentials: #

  • Once you have obtained the Client ID and Secret ID from PayPal, enter them in the respective fields on the Tripcart configuration page.
  • Click Save Credentials to save the information.

By following these steps, you will have successfully configured the PayPal payment gateway for Tripcart, allowing users to book their trips using PayPal.

Updated on February 5, 2025