How to Have a Maximum Donation in PayPal

1. Set up your PayPal account by registering on PayPal's website. Go directly to the official PayPal website. Click on the blue link labeled 'Sign Up,' which is located at the bottom of the gray sign-in box on the left-hand side of the PayPal homepage.
2. Click on the fourth blue tab across the screen labeled 'Merchant Services.' Then, click the third link, labeled 'Donate.' The 'Donate' link is located in the first list, labeled 'Create Buttons.'
3. Type in the maximum amount for your donors to contribute at a time by clicking on the empty circle beside the sentence, 'Donors contribute a fixed amount.' You can find this sentence in the list labeled 'Contribution amount.' Type in the money amount--50, for example, without a dollar sign in the box that automatically appears below the sentence.
4. Type in additional information to customize the button as per PayPal directions on the donation page. For example, PayPal prompts you to type in your organization's name. Then, scroll to the bottom and click the yellow button labeled 'Create Button.' PayPal will direct you to a new page automatically with HTML coding for your button. Copy and paste the coding directly to your website or blog's interface.

How to Build a Website With a Live Webcam amp; Paypal

1. Register a domain. There are many domain companies available. A domain is your website address and the space on the Internet for your site. Some domains offer the option to design your site, while others do not. Once you register and pay for your domain, the web address is yours until your domain contract expires. If you want to keep your web address, you can renew the name.
2. Enter the necessary code to stream a live webcam. Streaming gives the viewer of the site ability to view the video file in real time. This means looking at video live and not having to download the video to view it. Most streaming sites use html code. If you do not know how to write or interpret code, hire a freelance website designer to create and add the code to your site. There are several sites such as odesk, hire-a-designer and ifreelance, that focus on providing highly skilled website designers for temporary jobs.
3. Open a Paypal account if you do not have one. While you are in the administrator mode of designing your website, input the Paypal code. Paypal provides more than 10 electronic checkout options for your site. Browse the various options and choose which is best for your website.
4. View the finished website. Most webcam sites feature trial views on the first page. The Paypal checkout should be in full view prominently on the first page. Once a viewer purchases a membership, they will be able to click through to the live webcam viewing page.

Alternatives to Using PayPal

MoneyBookers
MoneyBookers is a payment processing company based in the United Kingdom. There are 3.5 million users and the number is constantly increasing. MoneyBookers allows you to send payments all over the globe. You can send payment to a person's email account, make payments, send money to your bank and request a check. The fee for requesting a check is an average $5. The sign-up process takes about 10 minutes, and you will be able to send and receive money instantly afterward. Receiving money is free and there is a 1 percent fee when sending money to someone. Customer service is friendly and usually answers your emails within 24 hours. MoneyBookers has many user friendly features for your business or website.
ProPay
ProPay is a company that allows you to accept credit or debit card payments into your account from all over the world. You may also use this service to send payments to other people. Sellers pick from four different plans. The most basic plans have a yearly fee of $34.95 and a pay-as-you-go plan for features after the yearly fee. ProPay gives you a 'Buyers' button to place on your website and you can accept payments directly. The customer service is very friendly at this company. ProPay accounts will never be frozen so you won't have the worry of not being able to access your funds. You are also issued a MasterCard debit card that you can use to withdraw your funds anywhere. The ProPay services are a useful addition to your business.
Google Checkout
Google Checkout is the rival company to PayPal. This payment processing company is aimed to take care of the features and concerns that PayPal will not. You can send payment to other people, pay businesses or make other payments using Google Checkout. You can sign up for the Google Checkout at the Google webpage by signing into your Google account and clicking on the 'Google Checkout' link. The service is free for buyers and sellers. Google Checkout provides buttons, links and other features for the seller to put on his web page. The Google Checkout customer service is offered through email service. The service is not offered for eBay because of legal issues. The Google Checkout service is good for general use.
PayPay
PayPay is a customizable payment processing center that is geared toward general use but also has the capability of plenty of business features as well. With this service, you can send and receive money through SMS messages, a bank account, online or payment buttons. A buyer can make a payment or someone can send a payment to your PayPay account without them even having to have a PayPay account. You can send and receive money many different ways with low fees. The sign-up is quick and can be completed within 10 minutes.

How to Use PayPal at Non PayPal Stores

1. Determine the length of time you have had your PayPal account. Usually within three months of having service with PayPal you are eligible for a PayPal debit card. The debit card has a Master-Card logo and deducts funds from your PayPal account when used.
2. Ensure your PayPal account is verified. Typically you verify a PayPal account by allowing PayPal to deposit two small amounts of money into your checking or savings account within 48 hours. Your verification of these amounts confirms you have a valid checking or savings account. Also your e-mail and/or phone number can be used as verification tools for your account.
3. Upgrade your PayPal account to a Premier or business account. A premier account allow you all the benefits of your personal account, but you can also use it to set up a PayPal shopping cart, and accept all payment types if you plan on selling any products or services. If you are using PayPal strictly for making purchases online, you can still set up a premier account in order to get the debit card.
4. Verify your mailing address. PayPal wants to ensure your protection by sending your new MasterCard to a proper address. Therefore, PayPal makes a final attempt to ensure you input the correct address. When you apply for your debit card and are approved, the card will automatically be issued to the address on file.
5. Fill out the application for your debit card. There is no credit check to apply for the PayPal debit card. Within your application you’ll also be able to select a unique PIN you can use if you want to use your debit card at an ATM machine. Usually it takes two to three weeks for your debit card to be mailed. When your card arrives, you are free to activate it and use it on any PayPal or non-PayPal sites that accept MasterCard.

How to Set Up a PayPal Business Account

1. Before you go online, make sure you have all of your business and financial information available. You will be required to supply the following for your business: account name or owner name, address, customer service information, email, bank name, bank account and routing number.
2. Go online to PayPal Account Registration.
3. Select the country or region of your business from the drop-down box provided.
4. Select the language preference of your business from the drop-down box provided.
5. Select among the drop-down boxes that are the three PayPal Accounts: Personal, Premier and Business. Select the "Start Now" button located under the Business Account.
6. Select the type of payment solution you prefer for your business from the drop-down box. If you are not sure which to choose, select "I don't know." Answer the questions provided on the Find Your Payment Solution page. When you have finished click the "Continue" button.
7. Select from the possibilities recommended for you from the answers you provided. You can also view the other accounts available. Select the account you would like to open. Click the "Continue" button.
8. Select the "Go" button on the page that opens, which shows the three-step process that is needed to set up your business account.
9. Fill in the required information pertaining to your business. Click the "Continue" button. You will have to repeat this process, until all of the information required has been submitted. It will vary, depending on the services needed.
10. Use your account. Once you have verified your financial information, you will have complete access to all PayPal business options. This usually takes from three to five business days.

How to Collect With PayPal

1. Log in to your PayPal account using your email address and password. Select the 'Request Money' tab at the top of the page.
2. Enter the full email address of the person you are billing in the box labeled 'Recipient's email address.' Enter the amount you wish to bill in the field labeled 'Amount.' Use the drop-down box next to the amount to select the type of currency you are seeking.
3. Select 'Goods' or 'Services' under the 'Request payment for' field. Select 'Continue' to move forward.
4. Review the payment request to ensure you have accurately entered the information.
5. You may submit your request to the person from whom you are requesting money, or you can also write an email message to the person. The email is optional. Select 'Request Money' to complete and send your request.

How to Link to PayPal With a Canadian Bank Account

1. Log in to PayPal. If you do not already have a PayPal account, you must sign up for one (see the Resources section). To sign up, you need to submit your name, address, birth date, email address and telephone number.
2. Go to 'My Account.'
3. Click on 'Profile.'
4. Click on 'Add or Edit Bank Account.' This brings you to the page where your accounts are listed.
5. Click 'Add Bank.'
6. Complete and submit your bank account information. You need to choose Canada on the country line and then fill in your bank's name, bank transit number, bank institution number and your account type and number. You can find your bank's transit number and institution number at the bottom of your checks. Failing that, look on your bank statements or contact the customer service department.
7. Confirm your bank account. Within two or three business days of setting up your Canadian bank account, PayPal will send two small deposits of between one cent and 99 cents to the new bank account. Take note of the amounts of these deposits, then log in to PayPal and click on 'Confirm Bank Account' on your account overview page. You will be asked to enter the amounts of the two deposits that PayPal sent to your bank account. This will link your Canadian bank account to PayPal.