Using Paypal in Storeに関する専門家の意見を分かりやすく解説いたします。

I know, right? We’re so used to PayPal being the online checkout guy for eBay or Etsy. But the truth is, PayPal has been quietly creeping into physical stores for years. You just have to know where to look.

It’s not as flashy as Apple Pay or Google Wallet, but it works on the same principle: NFC (Near Field Communication). Most modern payment terminals—the ones with the little contactless symbol—can read your PayPal card or your phone’s app. Sneaky, huh?

Three Ways to Channel Your Inner PayPal Ninja in Stores

Okay, first up: the PayPal-branded debit card. Yes, they mail you a physical card that pulls directly from your PayPal balance. I got one years ago and used it for gas. Pro tip? It works at ATMs, too, but you’ll get hit with a fee. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.

Second: the PayPal app itself. Open it, hit the “Pay in Store” button, and you get a QR code or a barcode. Some stores (like CVS or Dollar General) let you scan that at checkout. Other terminals just let you tap your phone like a magic card.

Third, and most subtly: linking PayPal to your phone’s wallet. On an iPhone, you can add PayPal as a card inside Apple Wallet. On Android, you can do the same with Google Pay. Once it’s in there, you just tap and go. No one even knows you’re using PayPal. It’s like a disguise for your money.

How to Pay with PayPal in Stores