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Orders API use cases

Orders API use cases are organized into 4 categories:

CategoryDescription
PayPal CheckoutBuyers are aware that PayPal is processing their payments, and they can pay using any of the PayPal-associated payment methods.
Expanded CheckoutBuyers don’t use a PayPal account to pay for their order but prefer other payment sources. Buyers aren't aware that PayPal is processing their payment.
Save payment methodsBuyers can save a payment method, such as a card or PayPal wallet, and choose to use this payment source for future orders.
Alternative payment methodsThe Orders v2 API supports payment methods other than PayPal Checkout and Expanded Checkout.

Self-contained PayPal REST API documentation reference. Updated 2026-05-18.