1. What is PayPal Seller Fee?

The PayPal seller fee is the amount deducted by PayPal for processing payments in the Philippines. It consists of a percentage of the transaction amount plus a fixed fee.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the PayPal fee formula:

Where:

• \( Amount \) — Transaction amount in PHP
• \( Rate \) — Percentage fee (typically 4.4% for Philippines)
• \( Fixed \) — Fixed fee (typically 15.00 PHP for Philippines)

Explanation: The fee consists of a percentage of the transaction amount plus a fixed amount per transaction.

3. Importance of Fee Calculation

Details: Accurate fee calculation helps sellers price their products appropriately and understand their net proceeds from each transaction.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the transaction amount in PHP, the percentage rate (default is 4.4%), and the fixed fee (default is 15.00 PHP). All values must be valid (amount > 0, rate ≥ 0, fixed ≥ 0).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are the standard PayPal fees in Philippines?
A: Typically 4.4% + 15.00 PHP for domestic transactions. International transactions may have different rates.

Q2: Are there additional fees?
A: Currency conversion may incur additional fees. Some business accounts may have different fee structures.

Q3: How can I reduce PayPal fees?
A: Consider PayPal's merchant rates for high-volume sellers or explore alternative payment methods with lower fees.

Q4: When are fees deducted?
A: Fees are deducted immediately when the payment is received.

Q5: Are fees refundable?
A: If you refund a payment, the fee is typically not refunded, though partial refunds may return a portion of the fee.