What is PayPal?

PayPal is a safe and easy way to pay and get paid online. The service allows anyone to pay in any way they prefer, including through credit cards, bank accounts, buyer credit or account balances, without sharing financial information. Available in 190 markets and 24 currencies around the world, PayPal enables local e-commerce by making payments possible across different locations, currencies and languages. Located in San Jose, California, PayPal was founded in 1998 and acquired by eBay in 2002.