=== Express Checkout via PayPal for WooCommerce ===
Contributors: wpgateways  
Tags: paypal, paypal checkout, paypal for woocommerce, ecommerce, credit card  
Donate link: https://paypal.me/MBJTechnolabs?country.x=IN&locale.x=en_GB  
Requires at least: 3.0.1  
Tested up to: 6.6.2  
Requires PHP: 5.5  
Stable tag: 6.0.0  
License: GNU General Public License v3.0  
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html  

Integrate PayPal Express Checkout and other payment methods seamlessly into your WooCommerce store with **PayPal for WooCommerce**.

== Description ==

**PayPal for WooCommerce** is the official solution for integrating PayPal Express Checkout and additional payment options into your WooCommerce store. Developed by an official PayPal Partner, this plugin ensures you can offer PayPal, credit cards, and local payment methods, providing a secure and reliable payment experience for your customers.

With **PayPal for WooCommerce**, you can enable:
* PayPal Smart Payment Buttons
* Pay in 4 (Buy Now, Pay Later)
* Credit and Debit Card Payments with 3D Secure
* Venmo, iDEAL, Sofort, and other local payment methods

=== Key Features of PayPal for WooCommerce ===  
* **PayPal Express Checkout** with Smart Payment Buttons
* **Multiple Payment Methods** including PayPal, Venmo, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and more
* **Buy Now, Pay Later** with Pay in 4
* **3D Secure for Credit/Debit Cards** ensuring compliance with PSD2 for European merchants
* **Localization and Multi-currency Support** with automatic currency conversion

== Why PayPal for WooCommerce? ==
1. Integrate PayPal, one of the most trusted payment methods, directly into your WooCommerce store with ease.
2. Offer a variety of payment options, including PayPal, credit/debit cards, and local payment methods like Sofort and iDEAL.
3. Improve customer experience by offering Pay in 4, allowing buyers to pay in installments.
4. Ensure 3D Secure compliance, keeping transactions safe and PSD2 compliant.

== Installation ==

= Automatic Installation =

1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard.  
2. Navigate to **Plugins > Add New**.  
3. Search for "Express Checkout via PayPal for WooCommerce".  
4. Click **Install Now**, then **Activate**.  
5. Configure your PayPal settings under **WooCommerce > Settings > Payments**.

= Manual Installation =

1. Download the plugin’s zip file.  
2. Extract the zip file and upload the plugin folder to `/wp-content/plugins/`.  
3. Go to **Plugins** in your WordPress dashboard and activate the plugin.  
4. Set up PayPal credentials in **WooCommerce > Settings > Payments**.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How do I configure PayPal for WooCommerce? =  
After activating the plugin, go to **WooCommerce > Settings > Payments**, select **PayPal for WooCommerce**, and enter your PayPal API credentials (Client ID and Secret). Save your changes, and you're ready to go.

= How can I test payments using sandbox accounts? =  
To test transactions:
1. Log in to [PayPal Developer](https://developer.paypal.com) and create sandbox accounts.
2. Use sandbox API credentials in the PayPal settings under **WooCommerce > Payments**.
3. Place test orders with sandbox buyer accounts.

= Does PayPal for WooCommerce support subscriptions? =  
Yes! The plugin integrates with WooCommerce Subscriptions, allowing you to offer recurring payment options for your customers.

= What payment methods are supported by PayPal for WooCommerce? =  
Along with PayPal, this plugin supports major credit cards like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and local payment methods such as Venmo, Sofort, Bancontact, giropay, and iDEAL.

== Screenshots ==

1. PayPal for WooCommerce settings page
2. Product page with PayPal Smart Button
3. Cart page displaying available PayPal payment options
4. Checkout page with PayPal and other payment methods

== Changelog ==

= 6.0.0 =  
* Fixed PHP notices and improved compatibility with PHP 7.4+

= 5.1.2 =  
* Added Smart Buttons to the checkout and cart page

= 5.1.1 =  
* Improved performance on large WooCommerce stores

= 5.0.9 =  
* Verified compatibility with WordPress 6.4.0

= 5.0.8 =  
* Fixed discount calculation issue

= 5.0.7 =  
* Fixed rounding issue in PayPal payments

== Upgrade Notice ==

After updating **PayPal for WooCommerce**, clear your website cache and CDN cache. Review your PayPal settings under **WooCommerce > Settings > Payments**, and click **Save** to ensure everything is properly configured.

== Why PayPal for WooCommerce? ==

– Quick setup with minimal configuration  
– Provide multiple payment options with a single integration  
– Increase average order value with Pay in 4 (Buy Now, Pay Later)  
– Ensure secure and PSD2-compliant payments with 3D Secure  
– Accept global payments with multi-currency support  

**PayPal for WooCommerce** is the best choice for WooCommerce store owners who want a secure, scalable, and easy-to-use payment solution.