Linking a PayPal account as a payment method to your Google Wallet app is only supported in Germany.
Important:
- From June 16, 2025, if you have a PayPal account linked to Google Wallet, you will no longer be able to use it for payments. Linked PayPal accounts will be automatically deleted and no longer supported.
- PayPal branded debit cards are supported on Google Wallet. Learn how to add a payment card with the Google Wallet app
- To continue to pay online securely and seamlessly with the Google Pay button, make sure you have at least 1 card added to Google Wallet. Learn how to manage payment methods added to the Google Wallet app
- If you have non-Google recurring payments or subscriptions set up with your linked PayPal account, update your payment method at those businesses as soon as possible to avoid any issues.
Add a PayPal account
- On your phone, open the Google Wallet app
.
- At the bottom, tap Add to Wallet.
- Tap Payment card.
- Tap PayPal.
- To link your PayPal account, follow the on-screen instructions.
Before you make a transaction, make sure you have sufficient funds in your PayPal Balance account.
There are several ways to add funds to your PayPal Balance account:
Find your PayPal PIN
Some stores and websites might ask for your PayPal in-store PIN. Your default PIN is the last 4 digits of your virtual card number. Learn how to change your PayPal PIN
Remove a PayPal account
- On your phone, open the Google Wallet app
- At the top, swipe left until you reach your PayPal account.
- Tap your PayPal account.
- At the top right, tap More
Remove payment method.
How your info is shared with PayPal
When you set up PayPal as a payment method, data is shared between Google and PayPal.
- Google shares with PayPal your:
- Name
- Phone number
- IP address
- Device info, such as model, identifier, OS, and network operator
- Profile image
- Location snapshot at time of setup
- Google Account signals, such as account age and session length
- PayPal shares with Google your:
- Name
- Billing address
- Phone number
- Account type
- Account activity
Data is also shared when you make a Google Wallet payment with PayPal.
- Google shares with PayPal your:
- IP address
- Device info, such as model, identifier, OS, and network operator
- PayPal shares with Google your:
- Name
- Country or region
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