Can I use this for recurring subscription-based products?

Absolutely. It includes specific code examples for creating products, defining billing plans, and managing recurring subscription cycles through the PayPal Billing API.

Does this skill support both client-side and server-side integrations?

Yes, it provides comprehensive implementation patterns for both the JavaScript SDK for frontend Smart Buttons and the server-side REST API for full control over the transaction lifecycle.

Is the generated code compatible with the PayPal Sandbox?

Yes, the implementation logic includes configuration patterns for toggling between PayPal Sandbox for testing and Live environments for production deployment.

How does this skill handle payment security and verification?

The skill includes specialized patterns for secure IPN (Instant Payment Notification) verification, server-side order capture, and OAuth 2.0 authentication to ensure all transactions are authentic and safe.

PayPal Payment Integration

Name: PayPal Payment Integration
Author: HermeticOrmus

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E-commerce Solutions

Implements secure PayPal payment workflows including express checkout, recurring billing, and automated refund management.

About

The PayPal Integration skill equips Claude with the technical patterns and best practices needed to build robust e-commerce checkout flows. It covers the full spectrum of the PayPal ecosystem, from client-side Smart Payment Buttons to server-side REST API implementations. Developers can use this skill to handle complex scenarios such as Instant Payment Notifications (IPN) for asynchronous updates, multi-currency support, and subscription management, ensuring a secure and seamless transactional experience for end-users while maintaining clean, maintainable backend code for both Python and JavaScript environments.

Key Features

Automated refund and dispute handling workflows
Express Checkout and Smart Payment Button implementation
Instant Payment Notification (IPN) verification and processing
Server-side order creation and capture using REST APIs
Recurring billing and subscription plan management
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Use Cases

Building an automated backend dashboard for processing refunds and tracking payment disputes
Setting up a SaaS platform with automated monthly or yearly subscription billing
Adding PayPal as a primary payment option for a new e-commerce storefront

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Key Features

Automated refund and dispute handling workflows
Express Checkout and Smart Payment Button implementation
Instant Payment Notification (IPN) verification and processing
Server-side order creation and capture using REST APIs
Recurring billing and subscription plan management
0 GitHub stars

Use Cases

Building an automated backend dashboard for processing refunds and tracking payment disputes
Setting up a SaaS platform with automated monthly or yearly subscription billing
Adding PayPal as a primary payment option for a new e-commerce storefront