Using PayPal on Amazon: What You Should Know

No matter which online retailer you shop from these days, it seems you can always use your PayPal account at checkout. But if you search through Amazon's accepted forms of payment, PayPal is decidedly absent. However, that doesn't mean you can't fund your Amazon purchases with your PayPal balance. Learn more

Can You Use PayPal on Amazon?

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- Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover cards - Amazon Store Card - Amazon Secured Card - Diner's Club

6 Ways To Use PayPal on Amazon

Although you can't select PayPal as a payment option when checking out on Amazon, there are a few ways to pay for Amazon purchases using your PayPal balance.

1. Get a PayPal Debit Card

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2. Buy Amazon Gift Cards With Your PayPal Account

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3. Transfer Your PayPal Balance to a Bank Account or Debit Card

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4. Move Your PayPal Balance to Venmo

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5. Use a Credit Card and PayPal Bill Pay

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6. Get a PayPal Prepaid Mastercard

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