PayPal - Pay, Send, Save

What is PayPal - Pay, Send, Save?

PayPal - Pay, Send, Save is the official Android app from PayPal Mobile, the company behind the PayPal payment service. It is listed in the Finance category on Google Play and is used to pay online and in stores, send money to friends, and keep track of account activity.

The app has more than 502 million installs, and its Google Play rating is 4.2 out of 5 from about 3.7 million ratings.

How does the PayPal app work?

You sign in to a PayPal account, link a bank account, card, or PayPal balance, and then use the app to make payments or transfers. Payments can be made to businesses or individuals, and transaction history is kept in one place so you can review what you have spent or received.

Because the service handles payment processing, the app works best with an active account and a verified payment method. Exact features can vary by country and account type.

What's new in version 10.18.0?

The latest update, released on 2026-10-16, focuses on the core payment experience and on cash back offers. Google Play lists it as the current version, so installing it through the store gives you the most recent release.

Check the release notes in Google Play for the full list of changes, since the details can differ by region.

Requirements, size, and cost

The app requires Android 8.0 or later. Check your device version under system settings before installing. Download size is not listed in the facts available here, so check the Google Play page for the current figure and your device's storage.

PayPal - Pay, Send, Save is free to download. It contains no ads and offers no in-app purchases, according to its Google Play listing. Fees for certain transactions, such as currency conversion or business payments, may still apply and are set by PayPal, not the app store.

Pros and cons

On the plus side, the app is free, has no ads, and has a very large user base, which means many merchants and contacts accept or use PayPal. Transaction history and account controls are kept in one app.

On the downside, a PayPal account is required, and transaction fees can add up depending on how you use the service. Its 4.2 rating shows that some users have had complaints, so read recent reviews before relying on it for important payments.

Who is PayPal - Pay, Send, Save best for?

The app suits people who already use PayPal or want a familiar way to pay online, split costs with friends, or send money abroad. It is less suited to users who prefer not to link a bank account or card to a mobile wallet, or who want a payment app with no fees at all.