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# How to Find PayPal Client ID and Client Secret

# How to Find PayPal Client ID and Client Secret

To connect PayPal to your restaurant dashboard, you need the **Client ID** and **Client Secret** from your PayPal Developer Dashboard.

## 1. Open the PayPal Developer Dashboard

1. Visit the [PayPal Developer Dashboard](https://developer.paypal.com/dashboard/).
2. Log in using your PayPal account.
3. Open **Apps & Credentials**.


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## 2. Select Sandbox or Live Mode

Choose the mode that matches your integration:

* **Sandbox:** Use for testing payments.
* **Live:** Use for accepting real payments.

Make sure you select the correct mode before copying your credentials.

## 3. Find Your Client ID and Client Secret

1. Under **REST API apps**, select your existing application.
2. If you do not have an application, click **Create App** and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Locate the **Client ID** and **Client Secret** on the application details page.
4. Copy both values and store them securely.

You may need a PayPal Business account to use live integrations.

## 4. Enter the Credentials in Your Restaurant Dashboard

1. Log in to your restaurant dashboard.
2. Go to **Settings → Payments → Payment options**.
3. Open **Manage gateways** and select **PayPal**.
4. Enter the Client ID and Client Secret into their matching fields.
5. Check that the selected mode matches the credentials you copied.
6. Click **Save**.

## 5. Important Notes

* Do not use Sandbox credentials for live payments.
* Keep your Client Secret confidential.
* If you regenerate or replace credentials, update them in your restaurant dashboard.
* Test the integration before accepting live payments.

**Official guide:** [Get started with PayPal REST APIs](https://developer.paypal.com/api/get-started/)