How to Use Your PayPal Balance as Payment Instead of a Credit Card

Learn how to effortlessly use your PayPal balance for online purchases instead of your credit card. Simplify your payments today!

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To use your PayPal balance instead of a credit card, first, ensure that you have enough funds in your PayPal account. During checkout, choose PayPal as your payment method. When prompted on the PayPal page, select 'Pay with PayPal balance' as the funding source instead of your credit card. If you don't see this option, check your settings to make sure your balance is set as the primary payment method.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I use my PayPal balance if I have a credit card linked? Yes, you can choose to use your PayPal balance even if you have a credit card linked to your account.
  2. What should I do if my PayPal balance option doesn't appear? If the PayPal balance option isn't showing during checkout, check your account settings to ensure your balance is set as the primary funding source.
  3. How can I ensure my PayPal balance is used by default? You can set your PayPal balance as the default payment method in your account settings, ensuring it's selected first during checkouts.
  4. What if I have insufficient funds in my PayPal balance? If your PayPal balance is insufficient, PayPal will default to your linked credit card or bank account to complete the transaction.

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