How to Pay with Your Credit or Debit Card through PayPal

How to Pay with Your Credit or Debit Card through PayPal

(No PayPal account required)

Most people don’t realise you can use any major card on PayPal without opening (or logging in to) a PayPal account.
Follow the guide below—desktop first, then the mobile version.

Benefit What it means for you
Global security Your card is processed on PayPal’s encrypted servers.
All major cards Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover, UnionPay and many debit cards.
No account needed Choose “Pay with Debit or Credit Card / Checkout as Guest.”
Buyer protection PayPal’s dispute tools still cover you.

Part 1 – Mobile Walk‑Through (iOS / Android)

Step Screen Action
1. After tapping PayPal at checkout, scroll if needed and tap “Pay with Debit or Credit Card.” ![Guest button mobile] Tap the grey bar under the blue “Next” button.
2. The mobile card form appears. ![Card form mobile] Enter card details ➜ Pay Now.
3. Confirmation You’ll see our order‑success screen + PayPal e‑mail receipt.

Part 2 – Desktop Walk‑Through

Tip: If the e‑mail you enter already belongs to a PayPal account you’ll be asked to log in. Either sign in and pay with any stored card, or go back and use a different e‑mail.

Step What you see Action
1. Select PayPal on our checkout page and click Continue. (standard site‑checkout screen)
2. PayPal opens in a new tab/window.
Click “Pay with Debit or Credit Card” (highlighted below).
![Guest button desktop] Click the grey/white Guest‑Checkout button.
3. You’re taken to the PayPal Guest card form. ![Card form desktop] Enter card number, expiry, CVV, billing address and e‑mail.
4. Optional: Untick “Save info & create a PayPal account” if you prefer not to open one.  —
5. Hit Pay Now → return to our thank‑you page. Done!

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a PayPal account?
No. Guest Checkout lets you pay exactly like any normal card form.

My card was declined—why?

  • Make sure online/overseas transactions are enabled with your bank.
  • Check your billing ZIP/postcode matches the card issuer’s file.
  • Still stuck? E‑mail ilovecustomer@ceramile.com and we can send a direct invoice link.

Can I link my card to PayPal for faster future checkouts?
Yes—inside PayPal you can add the same card once and reuse it anywhere PayPal is accepted.

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