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Directorist - Paypal Payment Gateway
This add-on plugin connects a Directorist directory website to PayPal. It lets site owners accept PayPal payments for listings, subscriptions and add-ons, and it updates payment status in the Directorist dashboard when PayPal confirms a transaction.
- Version
- 3.0.1
- Released
- Oct 11, 2026
- Developer
- Directorist
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- Directorist
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $3.99 on its own
What’s new in Directorist - Paypal Payment Gateway 3.0.1
Version 3.0.1 · Oct 11, 2026
Latest
- ImprovedShow only the active live or sandbox credentials and webhook settings.
- ImprovedLabel test settings as sandbox settings for consistency.
- ImprovedReport webhook registration and removal results asynchronously without reloading settings.
- FixedScope cached PayPal access tokens to the configured credentials and environment.
- FixedPreserve saved webhook IDs when PayPal cannot confirm removal or an action is stale.
- FixedGuard subscription cancellation and integrations with inactive Pricing Plans installations.
- FixedCorrect discounted subscription payments, checkout totals, trial periods, and tax calculations.
- FixedDisplay a notice when the active PayPal environment has no registered webhook.
What it does
Directory owners who charge for listings or subscriptions need a way to collect money that visitors already know and trust. This plugin adds PayPal as a payment method inside Directorist, so users can pay through PayPal's checkout instead of a custom setup you build and secure yourself. Payment details are handled by PayPal's encrypted processing, which keeps sensitive card and account information off your own site.
Once it is configured, the gateway works alongside the rest of your Directorist setup. When PayPal confirms a payment, the status syncs back to your Directorist dashboard, so paid listings and subscriptions stay current without manual checking. It accepts multiple currencies for visitors in other countries, and the checkout works on mobile devices as well as desktops. It requires the Directorist plugin.
Best for
- Paid business directories built with Directorist
- Directory owners selling listing subscriptions or add-ons
- Directories with visitors paying in different currencies
Features
PayPal checkout for Directorist
Connects your Directorist directory to PayPal so users can pay for what you sell using a payment method many of them already have.
Multiple payment types
Accepts payments for listings, subscriptions and add-ons, which gives you several ways to charge users depending on how your directory earns money.
Encrypted payment processing
Payments run through PayPal's encrypted processing, which protects sensitive information and helps reduce the risk of fraud on your directory.
Automatic payment status sync
Payment confirmations from PayPal sync to your Directorist dashboard automatically, keeping listing and subscription status current without manual updates.
Multi-currency payments
Lets customers from other countries pay in their preferred currency, which is useful for directories that serve an international audience.
Mobile friendly checkout
The payment process is optimized for mobile, so users on phones and tablets can complete transactions as easily as desktop visitors.
Straightforward configuration
Setup follows simple steps with documentation written for Directorist users, so you can start accepting PayPal payments without a complex integration.
Directorist - Paypal Payment Gateway older versions
- 3.0.0Jun 29
- 2.1Aug 24, 2025
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about Directorist - Paypal Payment Gateway
Do I need Directorist for this to work?
Yes. This is an add-on for Directorist, so the Directorist plugin must be installed and active. It adds PayPal as a payment method inside your existing Directorist directory rather than working as a standalone payment tool.
What can users pay for with PayPal?
Users can pay for listings, subscriptions and add-ons through PayPal. That lets you charge for submitting listings, offer recurring access through subscriptions, or sell extras on top of a basic listing, all through the same checkout.
Will paid listings update automatically after payment?
Yes. When PayPal confirms a payment, the confirmation syncs to your Directorist dashboard automatically. Listing and subscription status stays up to date, so you do not need to check each transaction and update it by hand.
Can international visitors pay in their own currency?
The gateway supports multiple currencies, so customers outside your home country can pay in their preferred currency. This suits directories that list businesses or attract users from several countries.
Is Directorist - Paypal Payment Gateway free?
The code of Directorist - Paypal Payment Gateway is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Directorist - Paypal Payment Gateway is this?
Version 3.0.1, released Oct 11, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Directorist - Paypal Payment Gateway?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Directorist - Paypal Payment Gateway automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does Directorist - Paypal Payment Gateway need?
Directorist - Paypal Payment Gateway needs Directorist installed and active.
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