PayPal Fee Calculator

Calculation Mode

I Send (Receiver Gets Less) I Want to Receive (Sender Pays More)

Amount I Send

PayPal Fee Percentage (%)

PayPal Fixed Fee

Currency Symbol

Calculation Results

Amount You Send

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Step 1 - Choose your mode — select whether you're entering the amount you plan to send or the amount you want to receive after fees.

Step 2 - Enter your amount, fee percentage, and fixed fee. Standard PayPal domestic rates of 3.49% + $0.49 are pre-filled by default.

Step 3 - Type in your preferred currency symbol — use $, €, £, or any other symbol to match your transaction currency.

Step 4 - Instantly see the total fees and your final sent or received amount. Hit Reset to run a new calculation anytime.

PayPal Fee Calculator FAQs

What is a PayPal fee calculator?

A PayPal fee calculator is a tool that computes the exact fees deducted from a PayPal transaction based on a percentage rate and fixed fee. It shows you the net amount received or the gross amount needed to send to hit a specific target.

How does PayPal calculate transaction fees?

PayPal typically charges a percentage of the transaction amount plus a small fixed fee. For standard domestic transactions, this is commonly 3.49% + $0.49. The percentage scales with the transaction size while the fixed fee stays constant regardless of the amount.

How do I calculate how much to charge so I receive a specific amount after PayPal fees?

Use the "I Want to Receive" mode in the calculator. Enter your desired net amount and it will automatically calculate the gross amount the sender needs to pay to cover the fees, so you receive exactly what you need.

What is the standard PayPal fee for receiving money?

For Goods and Services transactions, PayPal's standard domestic fee is 3.49% + $0.49 per transaction in the US. Rates vary for international payments, micropayments, and different account types. Always verify current rates on PayPal's official website.

Do PayPal fees differ for international transactions?

Yes. International transactions typically carry higher fees due to currency conversion, cross-border processing costs, and regional pricing differences. You can adjust the fee percentage and fixed fee inputs in the calculator to match your specific international rate.

Can I use this calculator with any currency?

Yes. The calculator lets you type any currency symbol directly into the currency field — including $, €, £, ¥, or any other symbol — making it useful for businesses and individuals transacting in any currency worldwide.

What is the difference between PayPal Goods and Services vs. Friends and Family fees?

Goods and Services transactions charge the recipient a fee and include PayPal Purchase Protection. Friends and Family payments are typically free when funded by a bank account or PayPal balance, but are not intended for commercial use and carry no buyer or seller protection.

Can I adjust the fee percentage in the calculator?

Yes. The fee percentage and fixed fee fields are fully editable. If your PayPal account has a different rate — such as a negotiated merchant rate or an international fee — simply update the fields to get an accurate calculation for your specific situation.

Does the calculator include currency conversion fees?

The calculator does not automatically apply currency conversion fees, as these vary by transaction. However, you can manually adjust the fee percentage input to account for any additional conversion charges applied to your specific transaction.

Is this PayPal fee calculator free to use?

Yes. The Yotpo PayPal Fee Calculator is completely free with no sign-up required. It works on any device with a browser, so you can calculate fees instantly whether you're on desktop, tablet, or mobile.