
Accept PayPal payments for Directorist listing submissions
Directorist PayPal Payment Gateway
WordPress plugin addon for Directorist that integrates PayPal payment gateway for monetized directories. Accept payments for listing submissions, featured placements, claim fees, and listing renewals through PayPal checkout.
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- Lifetime Updates
- Technical Support
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What is Directorist PayPal Payment Gateway?
Directorist PayPal Payment Gateway is a WordPress plugin that adds PayPal payment processing to Directorist directories. It handles listing fees, featured placements, renewals, and claim payments through PayPal checkout. Available at PluginTheme.net with instant download and GPL license.
Key Features
Listing Fees
Charge for new listing submissions through PayPal checkout
Featured Payments
Accept upgrades for premium placement and featured status
Renewal Processing
Handle listing renewal fees when entries expire
Auto Activation
Listings activated automatically after payment confirmation
Sandbox Mode
Test payment flow with PayPal sandbox credentials
Who is this for?
Pros
- PayPal checkout for listing fees and upgrades
- Automatic listing activation after payment confirmation
- Sandbox mode for testing before going live
- Supports listing fees, featured placements, and renewals
- Transaction records within Directorist dashboard
Cons
- •Requires Directorist and a PayPal business account
- •PayPal transaction fees apply to each payment
- •Limited to PayPal — no multi-gateway support within this addon
Product Description
Directorist PayPal Payment Gateway enables directory operators to accept PayPal payments for directory monetization. Listing submitters can pay for listing fees, featured placement upgrades, claim fees, and renewal charges through the PayPal checkout process.
Payment Features
- Listing Fees - Charge fees for new listing submissions processed through PayPal
- Featured Listings - Accept payments for premium placement and featured listing upgrades
- Renewal Payments - Process recurring or one-time renewal fees when listings expire
- Claim Fees - Accept payment when business owners claim existing directory listings
PayPal Integration
The integration supports PayPal Standard and PayPal Express Checkout for flexible payment processing. Sandbox mode allows testing the payment flow before accepting live transactions. Payment confirmations trigger automatic listing activation or upgrade without manual admin intervention.
Management
Transaction records are stored within the Directorist dashboard showing payment status, amounts, and payer information. Refund processing and payment dispute handling can be managed through the PayPal merchant dashboard. Email notifications confirm payment receipt for both directory operators and listing submitters.
Our Verdict
PluginTheme Team
Expert Reviewer
PayPal Payment Gateway provides a straightforward monetization option for Directorist directories. The automatic listing activation after payment reduces administrative work.





