PayPal
American fintech company from San Jose, founded in 1998
American online payment platform providing digital transactions and money transfers.
About PayPal
PayPal is a American finance & insurance brand founded in 1998 and associated with San Jose. American online payment platform providing digital transactions and money transfers.
Why consider PayPal
- Financial services brand from United States
- Digital banking, payments, or money movement focus
- European licensing and consumer protections may apply
- Compare fees, coverage countries, and account features
Alternatives
European alternatives
Brand comparison
| Brand | Country | Positioning | Main category | Price level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PayPal |  United States | American online payment platform providing digital tr… | Finance & Insurance | Mid-market |
| Klarna |  Sweden | Swedish fintech company offering buy-now-pay-later (B… | Finance & Insurance | Varies |
| Wise |  United Kingdom | British fintech company specializing in international… | Finance & Insurance | Varies |
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Brand details
Market presence
- Mobile apps
- Web banking
- Official website
Brand timeline
- 1998Founded in San Jose
- TodayListed on EUROVA in Finance & Insurance
Double Irish tax arrangement
About Double Irish →Double Irish tax arrangement
Historically used the Double Irish tax arrangement — a structure flagged for aggressive tax avoidance.
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