PayPal Events
1,000+ active installs · Rated 4.9/5 · Updated August 22, 2026
A plugin for selling event tickets through PayPal, with each buyer receiving an emailed e-ticket containing a QR code. Staff can scan the code with a phone to check people in, and ticket sales are listed in the dashboard. It suits small events, classes and meet-ups. The plugin is free and needs a PayPal business account, and a Pro version allows more items per event, taxes and custom buttons.
Pros
- Ticket buttons placed with one shortcode
- Orders listed in the admin with bulk actions
- Confirmation emails to buyer and site admin
- PayPal sandbox mode for testing
Cons
- Free edition limited to three items per event
- Pro upgrade needed for tax, custom button image and return URL per event
- Relies on PayPal only, with no other gateway
Topics: Ecommerce plugins , Events plugins , PayPal plugins
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