Payhip Can't Connect PayPal
Quick answer
Payhip fails to connect PayPal mainly when the account is unverified, has no linked bank or card, or you connect from a phone. Verify the account, link a funding source, use a desktop, then disconnect and reconnect under Payment Details.
Most likely fix: Verify the PayPal account
How to fix it
Try these in order — the most common fix is first.
1. Verify the PayPal account
- Confirm the PayPal email address
- Link a bank account or card in PayPal
Did this fix it?2. Connect from a desktop
- Use a laptop or desktop
- Disable VPN or proxy and try a different browser
Did this fix it?3. Disconnect and reconnect
- Go to Account Settings > Payment Details
- Click Manage under PayPal and disconnect
- Reconnect with the PayPal account email, not a PayPal.me link
Did this fix it?4. Contact support
- If PayPal was linked to another Payhip account, email contact@payhip.com
Did this fix it?
Symptoms
The PayPal connection fails, shows an error or will not stay connected.
Why it happens
- PayPal account not fully verified
- No bank account or card linked
- Business account required in your country
- Connecting from a mobile device
- Temporary connection error
- PayPal previously linked to a Payhip account with issues
This guide also covers
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