The Challenge
Not everyone feels comfortable entering their credit card online — especially with a new creator they're just getting to know. When PayPal isn't an option, you quietly lose sales from people who would have bought if they had the choice.
What Becomes Possible
Here's how this integration transforms your workflow and student experience.
Payment choice reduces friction
Let students pay however they're most comfortable. More options means fewer abandoned carts.
Reach international students
PayPal is trusted worldwide — especially popular in Europe, Australia, and countries where credit cards are less common.
Build instant trust
PayPal's buyer protection reassures first-time buyers who might hesitate with an unfamiliar checkout.
Real-World Examples
Here's how course creators like you actually use this integration.
International Audience
Reach students in countries where credit cards are less common or where PayPal is the preferred payment method.
First-time Buyers
Capture sales from people who've been burned by online purchases before — PayPal's protection builds trust.
Backup Payment Option
Offer an alternative when a student's credit card is declined — don't lose the sale over a technical issue.
Key Capabilities
Common Questions About PayPal
Can I offer both PayPal and credit card payments?
Yes, on single-payment price points. When you connect both Stripe and PayPal, students can choose between card payment via Stripe or paying with PayPal at checkout. Subscriptions and installment payment plans are processed through Stripe. Our Student Registration Process Overview shows exactly what the checkout looks like.
Does Ruzuku charge extra fees on PayPal transactions?
No. Ruzuku charges 0% platform transaction fees. You only pay PayPal's standard processing fees — the same rates you'd pay using PayPal anywhere else.
Do I need a PayPal Business account?
Yes. You'll need a PayPal Business account (free to create) to accept payments through Ruzuku. Personal PayPal accounts don't support the merchant features needed for course sales.
Can students pay with PayPal Credit or pay-later options?
Yes. If you're selling to US-based students, PayPal Credit and Pay in 4 options are available automatically. This can help students afford higher-priced courses.
Which countries does PayPal support?
PayPal is available in 200+ countries and supports 25 currencies. It's especially popular in Europe, Australia, and regions where credit card usage is lower.
How do I connect PayPal to Ruzuku?
Create an app in your PayPal Developer dashboard (using your live PayPal Business account credentials), copy the Client ID and Secret, and paste them into Ruzuku's PayPal Integrations page. Once saved, you can toggle PayPal on for any single-payment price point.
Ready to Connect PayPal?
Connect PayPal by adding your PayPal Developer Client ID and Secret from the Integrations page, then enable PayPal on any single-payment price point. Students choose between card and PayPal at checkout.
No credit card required · 0% transaction fees · Cancel anytime
