Your PayPal address is simply the confirmed email address linked to your account, and it is what others use to send you money. To find your PayPal address quickly, log into your account and check your settings.
What your PayPal address actually is
Your PayPal address is not a number or a username, it is the email address you registered with PayPal and verified. This email is your unique identifier on the platform, and when someone sends you money, they send it to that email address. You can have multiple emails on your account, but only the confirmed ones can receive payments.
How to find my PayPal address on the website
- Log in to your PayPal account on the website.
- Click the Settings gear icon in the top-right corner of the page.
- Navigate to the section labeled Account Info or Emails.
- Your registered email address will be displayed there. The primary, confirmed email is the one you should share to receive money.
If you have a business account, the email may appear under your business profile settings. The primary email is the default address for payments.
How to find my PayPal address on the mobile app
- Open the PayPal app and log in.
- Tap the Menu icon (three lines) or your Profile icon, usually in the top-left or top-right corner.
- Go to Settings or Account Info.
- Your registered email address will be listed there, typically under your profile details.
This email is what you give to others so they can send you funds directly through the app.
Managing multiple email addresses
You can link several email addresses to one PayPal account, but only one can be set as your primary address. To receive money with a newly added email, you must first confirm it by clicking a verification link that PayPal sends to that inbox. You cannot remove your current primary email address until a different email has been set as primary. If you want to use PayPal credit, you will need a confirmed primary email to manage those transactions. Similarly, when you add a bank account to PayPal, your primary email is used for notifications and verification.
Share your PayPal.Me link instead
Instead of giving out your raw email address, you can create a personalized PayPal.Me link. This link acts as a shortcut for receiving payments, people click it, enter an amount, and send money without needing your email. To find my PayPal link, log into your account, go to the PayPal.Me section, and create a custom handle. Sharing this link is more secure and convenient than typing out your full email address.
What to do if you can't log in
If you are locked out of your account and cannot remember which email you used, you will not be able to find your PayPal address through the website or app. In this case, you need to contact PayPal Support for account recovery assistance. They can help you verify your identity and regain access, after which you can locate your address using the steps above.
