Give PayPal Pro Gateway is a donation payment integration that allows your nonprofit to accept credit card payments directly on your WordPress site. By eliminating the need for donors to leave your domain, it creates a cohesive giving experience that helps increase conversion rates. This add-on connects GiveWP to your PayPal Payments Pro account for professional-grade transaction handling.
WPExclusive members get access to PayPal Pro Gateway as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full GiveWP collection →
What Is Give PayPal Pro Gateway?
Give PayPal Pro Gateway is developed by GiveWP and is a payments plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the payments category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for nonprofit fundraising and financial management.
The plugin solves the friction of traditional PayPal redirects by processing credit cards via the NVP, REST, and PayFlow APIs. It is designed for registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits and organizations that require a single merchant account for both standard PayPal and direct credit card processing.
Give PayPal Pro Gateway Features
The gateway focus is built around merchant flexibility and donor retention.
On-Site Donation Experience
The primary benefit of PayPal Pro Gateway is keeping donors on your site throughout the entire checkout process. Donors enter their credit card details directly into your GiveWP forms without being forwarded to an external portal. This professional approach builds trust and reduces abandonment during the payment stage.
Subscription and Recurring Support
This integration supports Give’s Recurring Donations add-on, enabling automated monthly or yearly giving. By utilizing PayPal’s infrastructure, nonprofits can manage automated sustained giving campaigns without manual intervention. It allows for reliable billing cycles and easy management of donor subscriptions through the WordPress dashboard.
Advanced API Integration
The plugin is compatible with multiple PayPal backend technologies including NVP, REST APIs, and PayPal Pro PayFlow. This versatility ensures that organizations in different regions can connect their specific PayPal merchant accounts easily. It leverages the PayPal Payflow Gateway to transmit data securely to your internet merchant account.
Pricing
Check current pricing on the PayPal Pro Gateway sales page — WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | PayPal Pro Gateway + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers PayPal Pro Gateway plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The plugin receives regular updates to maintain compatibility with the latest API changes from PayPal. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install
- Download the PayPal Pro Gateway .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to Give → Settings → Payment Gateways and enable PayPal Pro
- Enter your API credentials (Username, Password, and Signature) obtained from your PayPal account
Use Cases
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Fundraising
Registered charities can take advantage of PayPal’s discounted nonprofit rates while maintaining a premium, on-site payment experience. This is ideal for organizations that want to avoid the high monthly fees of traditional bank merchant accounts.
Direct Credit Card Processing
For donors who do not own or want to use a PayPal account, PayPal Pro Gateway allows them to enter card details directly. This expands your potential donor pool to anyone with a major credit or debit card.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Developers working with various nonprofit clients can use WPExclusive to deploy this gateway across multiple domains without purchasing individual licenses for every site. This significantly reduces overhead for charity-focused web agencies.
vs Alternatives
| Feature | PayPal Pro Gateway | Give Stripe Gateway | Give Wepay Gateway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Credit Card Entry | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Recurring Support | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| On-site Checkout | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Starting Price | Premium Add-on | Premium Add-on | Premium Add-on |
| Available on WPExclusive | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
Browse the full payments plugins on WPExclusive →
Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Supports Give’s Recurring Donations for automated giving
- Donors do not need a PayPal account to complete transactions
- Streamlines the dashboard by using one merchant account for all PayPal traffic
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires a specific PayPal Payments Pro account which may have a monthly fee from PayPal
- Mandatory SSL certificate and HTTPS configuration for security compliance
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is Give PayPal Pro Gateway GPL Licensed?
Yes. Give PayPal Pro Gateway is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL) — the same license that governs WordPress itself. GPL gives any user the legal right to use, study, share, and redistribute the software. This is the legal framework that makes WPExclusive’s membership model possible.
WPExclusive distributes 100% original, unmodified files — the same release the developer publishes. No injected code, no alterations, no security risks.
Get Give PayPal Pro Gateway on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you Give PayPal Pro Gateway plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
Explore the full GiveWP collection → or browse all WordPress plugins →
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Give PayPal Pro Gateway do?
Give PayPal Pro Gateway is a payments plugin used to accept credit card donations directly on your WordPress site. It removes the need for donors to be redirected to the PayPal website to complete their transaction. It is primarily used by nonprofits seeking a professional, integrated checkout experience.
Is Give PayPal Pro Gateway free?
This is a premium add-on for GiveWP. While the core GiveWP plugin is free, the PayPal Pro Gateway requires a paid license from the vendor or a WPExclusive membership starting at $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of Give PayPal Pro Gateway?
The plugin is actively maintained — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release to ensure compatibility with modern PayPal APIs.
How much does Give PayPal Pro Gateway cost?
Retail pricing varies based on GiveWP bundles. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month, which allows for use on unlimited websites.
Is it legal to use Give PayPal Pro Gateway via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
What are the best alternatives to Give PayPal Pro Gateway?
The best alternatives include Give Stripe Gateway and Give Wepay Gateway. All are available on WPExclusive within the same membership, offering similar on-site credit card processing capabilities.
