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Select a trigger from PayPal

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with PayPal, a trigger could be "Successful Sale."

A trigger is the event that kicks off your automated workflow.

Setup an action from Wave

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with Wave, the action could be "Create Customer."

An action is the event that your automated workflow performs when triggered.

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Frequently Asked Questions about PayPal + Wave integrations

New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with PayPal and Wave

Can I integrate PayPal with Wave to automatically track payments?

Yes, you can integrate PayPal with Wave through our platform. By setting up the integration, you can create a workflow where payments received through PayPal automatically trigger the creation of corresponding records in Wave. This ensures your financial records stay up-to-date without manual input.

What are the common triggers for connecting PayPal with Wave?

Common triggers include receiving a new payment, refund issuance, and disputing a payment in PayPal. These triggers can initiate actions in Wave such as creating or updating invoices, recording expenses, or notifying your accounting team of updates.

How do actions work in the PayPal and Wave integration?

Actions are the automated operations performed in Wave once a trigger from PayPal is activated. For instance, when a payment is received on PayPal (trigger), an invoice can be automatically created or marked as paid in Wave (action).

Is it possible to customize what happens after a PayPal transaction?

Yes, our integration allows you to customize workflows based on what makes sense for your business. You can set specific actions such as sending out email notifications to clients via Wave once a payment is completed on PayPal.

Can I handle refunds automatically between PayPal and Wave?

Our system enables handling refunds by allowing you to set up triggers that detect refund events in PayPal which then initiate actions like adjusting entries within your accounting records in Wave.

Do I need any coding skills to integrate PayPal and Wave using this service?

No coding skills are needed. Our user-friendly interface guides you through setting up integrations with drag-and-drop functionality and simple field mapping between PayPal triggers and actions in Wave.

What should I do if my transaction data isn’t syncing properly between PayPal and Wave?

In case of synchronization issues, it's advisable to check if all necessary permissions are granted and the necessary API keys are correctly configured within both platforms. Our support team is also available to troubleshoot any persistent issues that may arise during the integration process.

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Supported triggers and actions

Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.

Successful Sale
Triggers when a payment is completed successfully.
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Refunded Sale
Triggers when a payment is refunded.
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Instant
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- Business
  Required
Trigger
Scheduled
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- Business
  Required
- Customer or Company Name
  Required
- Account Number
- Currency
- First Name
- Last Name
- Email
- Phone Number
- Toll Free Number
- Mobile Number
- Fax Number
- Website
- Address1
- Address2
- City
- Country
  Required
- Postal Code
- Shipping Contact
- Shipping Delivery Instructions
- Shipping Phone Number
- Shipping Address1
- Shipping Address2
- Shipping City
- Shipping Country
- Shipping Postal Code
Action
Write
- Business
  Required
- Customer or Company Name
  Required
- Item Description
- Price
  Required
Action
Write

- Business
  Required
- Email
Action
Search
- Business
  Required
- Email
- Customer or Company Name
  Required
- Account Number
- Currency
- First Name
- Last Name
- Phone Number
- Toll Free Number
- Mobile Number
- Fax Number
- Website
- Address1
- Address2
- City
- Country
  Required
- Postal Code
- Shipping Contact
- Shipping Delivery Instructions
- Shipping Phone Number
- Shipping Address1
- Shipping Address2
- Shipping City
- Shipping Country
- Shipping Postal Code
Action
Search or write

Successful Sale (Line Items)
Triggers when a payment is completed successfully (with line item support).
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All Merchant Transactions
Triggers when a new merchant transacation is created, regardless of status.
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Instant
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- Business
  Required
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Scheduled
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- Business
  Required
- Customer
  Required
- Item Description
- Item Price
- Item Product
  Required
- Item Quantity
- Item Taxes
- Invoice Currency
- Invoice Date
- Invoice Number
- Invoice Title
- Status
- Subhead
- Footer
- Additional Notes
- SO or PO Number
- Due Date
- Exchange Rate
- Disable Credit Card Payments?
- Amount Title
- Item Title
- Price Title
- Quantity Title
- Hide Amount?
- Hide Description?
- Hide Item?
- Hide Price?
- Hide Quantity?
Action
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- Business
  Required
- Sale Date
  Required
- Item Description
- Number Format
  Required
- Sale Amount
  Required
- Sales Tax Abbreviation
- Sales Tax Amount
- Payment Processing Fee Amount
- Notes
- Created At
- External ID
Action
Write
- Business
  Required
- Customer or Company Name
  Required
Action
Search

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About PayPal

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