> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://developers.orchestrasolutions.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# PayPal Setup

> Get your PayPal REST API credentials.

<Info>
  This page is part of **Merchant Account Setup**. [Back to Library Setup →](/guides/library/setup)
</Info>

**Requires:** Verified [PayPal Business](https://www.paypal.com/business) account

## 1. Access Developer Dashboard

1. Go to [PayPal Developer Dashboard](https://developer.paypal.com/dashboard/)
2. Sign in with your PayPal Business account

## 2. Create an App

1. Navigate to **Apps & Credentials**
2. Select **Live** (or **Sandbox** for testing)
3. Click **Create App**
4. Enter a name and select **Merchant** as the app type
5. Click **Create App**

## 3. Copy Credentials

* **Client ID** - visible under the app name
* **Secret** - click **Show** to reveal

## 4. Store in Orchestra

[Store these credentials](/guides/library/store-merchant-account) in the Orchestra Portal for use with the Payments Library.

## Testing

Use **Sandbox** credentials and [PayPal sandbox accounts](https://developer.paypal.com/tools/sandbox/) to test without real money.

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Store eWallet Account" icon="vault" href="/guides/library/store-merchant-account">
    Save your PayPal credentials in Orchestra
  </Card>

  <Card title="PayPal Guide" icon="paypal" href="/guides/library/supported-payment-methods/paypal">
    Implement PayPal in your integration
  </Card>
</CardGroup>