How to Get your PayPal API Client ID and Secret

To connect your WooCommerce store with PayPal and send shipment tracking updates, you’ll need to obtain your PayPal API Client ID and Secret from the PayPal Developer Dashboard.

1. Log in to PayPal Developer Portal

Go to: https://developer.paypal.com/
Use your PayPal Business account credentials to sign in.

2. Create or Select an App

• Navigate to: Dashboard > My Apps & Credentials
• Under REST API apps, either:
  • Click Create App, or
  • Click on an existing app if you already have one.

3. App Details

• Enter a name for your app (e.g., “WooCommerce Store”).
• Choose your sandbox or live environment:
  • Sandbox: For testing only.
  • Live: For real transactions.

4. Get Your Credentials

After creating the app:

• Client ID: Visible directly under the app name.
• Secret: Click Show to reveal your secret key.

📌 Note: Keep your Client Secret secure—never share it publicly.

5. Use the Credentials

Copy your Client ID and Secret, and paste them into your plugin or platform (e.g., AST PRO’s PayPal integration settings) to enable API communication.

📝 Additional Notes

• For Live transactions, make sure the “Live” mode is selected and you’re not using sandbox credentials.
• Test your setup first in Sandbox before switching to live mode.