Platform Fee Calculator (PayPal)
Calculates net amount received after PayPal processing fees on any transaction
The total payment amount from the buyer
Domestic (3.49% + $0.49)
The fee PayPal charges for this transaction
What you actually receive after fees
The real percentage of the transaction taken as fees
Frequently Asked Questions
What are PayPal's current processing fees?
PayPal charges 3.49% + $0.49 per domestic transaction for goods and services. International transactions are 4.99% + $0.49. Rates may vary for high-volume sellers or with PayPal Business accounts. Always check PayPal's current fee schedule.
Who pays the PayPal fee?
The seller (recipient) pays the processing fee. If a client sends you $1,000, you receive $1,000 minus the fee. Some freelancers add a surcharge to cover fees, but check local laws as surcharging is restricted in some jurisdictions.
How can I reduce PayPal fees?
Request payments via PayPal Invoicing which may have different rates, accept bank transfers (ACH) instead when possible, negotiate volume discounts if processing over $10,000/month, or consider alternative processors with lower rates for your transaction size.
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