How to Change PayPal to Friends and Family
Are you looking to change your PayPal payment preferences to Friends and Family? This setting can be particularly useful when you want to pay or receive money from friends or family members without incurring additional fees. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to change your PayPal account to Friends and Family mode.
Step 1: Log in to Your PayPal Account
The first step in changing your PayPal account to Friends and Family is to log in to your PayPal account. Visit the PayPal website (www.paypal.com) and enter your email address and password to access your account.
Step 2: Navigate to the Payment Settings
Once you are logged in, you will need to navigate to the payment settings. To do this, click on the gear icon located in the upper-right corner of the screen, which will take you to the Settings page.
Step 3: Select the Payments Option
On the Settings page, you will see a list of options on the left-hand side. Click on the “Payments” option to expand the menu and view the available payment settings.
Step 4: Set the Friends and Family Option
Within the Payments section, you will find an option for “Friends and Family.” Click on the “Edit” button next to this option to change your payment preferences.
Step 5: Confirm the Change
After clicking the “Edit” button, you will be prompted to confirm the change to Friends and Family. Make sure to review the details and click “Save” to finalize the change.
Step 6: Review Your Changes
Once you have saved the changes, you will see a confirmation message indicating that your payment preferences have been updated. You can now make payments to friends and family members without paying additional fees.
Additional Tips
– It is important to note that changing your PayPal account to Friends and Family mode will not affect your ability to receive payments from other PayPal users.
– If you want to revert back to the standard payment preferences, simply follow the same steps and select the “Standard” option instead of “Friends and Family.”
– Be aware that PayPal may still apply certain fees for international transactions, regardless of your payment preference.
By following these simple steps, you can easily change your PayPal account to Friends and Family mode and enjoy fee-free transactions with your loved ones.
