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PayPal QR Code Generator
Generate a QR code that opens your PayPal.me payment page. Customers scan and pay directly — perfect for market stalls, service providers, and freelancers.
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How to create a PayPal QR code
- Go to paypal.me and create your personal link if you haven't already (it's free)
- Copy your PayPal.me URL:
https://paypal.me/yourname - To pre-fill an amount, add it at the end:
https://paypal.me/yourname/25opens a $25 payment page - Paste the URL into the generator above, customise the colours (PayPal blue:
#003087), and download
Pro tip: Pre-filled amount QR codes work best for fixed-price services. For variable amounts, use the base
paypal.me/yourname URL and let the customer enter the amount.
Where to use a PayPal QR code
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Market stalls & pop-ups
Print on a small A6 sign and place at the register. Customers pay without cash or card machines.
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Freelancers & creators
Add to your invoice, portfolio, or creator profile so clients can pay you with one scan.
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Events & fundraisers
Accept donations or ticket payments at the door without a card reader.
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Cafés & food trucks
Quick contactless payment for small transactions where card fees eat into margins.
PayPal QR code vs. Stripe / Revolut / bank transfer QR
PayPal.me QR codes require both sender and recipient to have a PayPal account. If you're in Europe and deal frequently with bank transfers, a GiroCode/EPC QR code might be more useful — it's a standardised format that most European banking apps can scan to pre-fill a SEPA bank transfer with your IBAN, name, and amount.
Check our bank transfer QR code generator (GiroCode / EPC) for the European standard.
Frequently asked questions
How do I create a PayPal QR code?
Copy your PayPal.me URL (e.g. https://paypal.me/yourname), paste it into QRLifetime, customise the design, and download as PNG or SVG.
Is it safe to share a PayPal QR code publicly?
Yes. A PayPal.me link only lets people send money to you — they cannot withdraw from your account. Sharing it publicly is as safe as posting your PayPal.me link on social media.
Can I pre-fill a specific payment amount?
Yes. Add the amount at the end of your PayPal.me URL: https://paypal.me/yourname/25 opens a $25 (or local currency equivalent) payment. Use this for fixed-price services like workshops or delivery fees.
Does the QR code expire?
No. QRLifetime generates static QR codes that are encoded into the image. They work forever as long as your PayPal.me link remains active.