[Mr Frost]

Been looking at a few hosts, found one I really like the look of, but they use PayPal for payments.

Would you avoid? Heard contrasting stories about companies who use PayPal.

Thanks.

[Transmogrify]

I would and have done. But obviously not anyone.

[datahound]

I would rather pay "anyone" by Paypal than give them my credit card details.

[Brown]

i probably wouldn't but metrics show that the more options you offer people, the more likely they are to cough up. it depends what you're comfortable with.

[Mr Frost]

Had a check round as the host is located in my home town, and the complex where they are situated seems professional.

I do hear mixed things about PayPal, some say its brilliant and more secure, others say its only for small businesses who cannot be bothered.

[lyndon]

as long as they offer other payment methods. If they rely on it - what happens if there account ever gets frozen because of some credit card fraud chargeback?

[sapphiredesign]

we use PayPal and don't see the need to change to anything else to be honest.

But i have heard that some find the system unprofessional and amateurish

[Mr Frost]

I think that was the general feeling a while ago, but since eBay have taken over PayPal it seems much more professional, ie you no longer have register and become verified to buy using credit card.

I think alot more businesses are turning to PayPal IMO.

[sema4]

No problems at all with paypal here, whether its buying hosting or anything else. There used to be a stigma around them, but hey.... if they take your money and give you good service then whats the difference?

[pgo]

I don't like PayPal because they aren't a bank, they aren't an accredited financial institution, they aren't insured by the FDIC. If you use PayPal and they (the seller/merchant) take your money without providing the agreed upon service, you're fucked.

Here's what happened to me:

"Dear PayPal, this person stole $30 from me. I bought something from them 100% positive feedback and never got the item. The exact same thing happened to three others that week. I've done my research, I know their names and where they live. Please rectify the situation."

"Dear pgo, That account has been emptied, so we can't get your money back for you. Here's $5. Have a nice day and enjoy your PayPal experience."

Fuck you, PayPal.

[octane]

I think if a web host only accepts Paypal then I would avoid them as it does seem a little unprofessional. If they accept Paypal as well as all the usual credit cards directly I wouldn't have a problem using them.

It doesn't necessarily mean their service isn't up to scratch, they are more than likely just a new company. I know from experience that it can be tricky to get a merchant account when you are a new company in that industry.

[pgo]

Your avatar is hypnotic.