> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.opencollective.com/help/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.opencollective.com/help/fiscal-hosts/fiscal-host-settings/connected-accounts.md). # Connect external accounts You can connect social media accounts to automatically thank new financial contributors ## Receiving contributions through PayPal {% hint style="info" %} This feature is currently in **beta**, meaning it's still being tested. To turn on PayPal contributions, [email support](mailto:support@opencollective.com). {% endhint %} ### Fees Payment processor fees charged by PayPal will be automatically deducted. If any platform tips or platform share is paid through PayPal, it will go to your account and will be paid later, via the monthly settlement expense. ### Connecting PayPal If you're already in the beta test group, you can follow these instructions: * [ ] Create a new PayPal app * Open [PayPal's Developer](https://developer.paypal.com/developer/applications/) page and Log In. * In *My Apps & Credentials* page, select the **Live** environment, and click in *Create app*. ![](https://2931279126-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-LWSZizTt4ZC1UNDV89f%2F-MBtBWbx66R6KN3FV2yX%2F-MBtcqMyYZnbthVaK-fe%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=36686141-5661-432b-9fa3-d648254ac05e) * Name this App after Open Collective, this way you'll always remember where this token is being used. * Click *Create App.* ![](https://2931279126-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-LWSZizTt4ZC1UNDV89f%2F-MBtBWbx66R6KN3FV2yX%2F-MBtfqaPxi-qRSyXTeXX%2FScreen%20record%20from%202020-07-10%2013.30.21.gif?alt=media\&token=62f2294c-da13-4290-a3c3-585780b5b897)

To receive contributions, enable "Accept payments" and "Transactions search"

* [ ] Then scroll down to "Live App Settings" and make sure "**Accept payments"** and **"Payouts"** are checked * [ ] Now, copy the necessary information to Open Collective. * Open a new tab and go to [Open Collective](https://www.opencollective.com). * Open your Host collective settings page and click in the *Receiving Money* option in the menu. * Copy and paste *Client ID, Secret* in the respective fields, leave Webhook ID empty. * Click *Connect PayPal.* --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters: ``` GET https://docs.opencollective.com/help/fiscal-hosts/fiscal-host-settings/connected-accounts.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `automate deployments from our CI pipeline` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.