Millions of PayPal users across the UK are being encouraged to take advantage of a major new bonus initiative launching this week. The payments giant has officially rolled out its brand-new loyalty scheme, PayPal-plus, designed to reward its extensive customer base.
How the PayPal-Plus Loyalty Programme Works
The programme is completely free to join and can be signed up for directly through the PayPal mobile app. Once enrolled, shoppers will start earning points on purchases made using PayPal online. As customers accumulate more points, they will progress through different tiers, unlocking increasingly valuable loyalty perks along the way.
Earning points isn't limited to standard online spending. Users can also rack up points by utilising PayPal's "pay in three" service, adding another flexible way to boost their rewards balance.
The New PayPal Debit Card
In a significant expansion of its services, PayPal is also introducing a dedicated debit card to the UK market. This card can be seamlessly linked to the new loyalty programme, allowing users to accelerate the points they earn on their everyday spending.
The new debit card will connect directly to a user's PayPal wallet and, according to the company, will be accepted anywhere that takes Mastercard. While the card is not available immediately, its launch is scheduled for the coming weeks, with access provided through the PayPal app. The card will support contactless payments, enabling users to pay with their phone just like any other modern debit card.
Maximising Your Points Earnings
The rewards structure offers clear benefits for using the new card. Customers will earn a generous 10 points for every £10 spent with the PayPal debit card. Crucially, each point earned is equivalent to 1p when it comes time to spend them. For all other transactions made through standard PayPal services, the rate is one point for every £10 spent.
Tamer El-Emary, General Manager of PayPal UK, stated: "Our investment reflects a deep commitment to British consumers, businesses, and communities." This move strengthens PayPal's position in the UK, where it is already a dominant force for online payments at tens of millions of merchants worldwide, including major retailers like Amazon and Argos. The platform is also widely used for sending and receiving money internationally across more than 200 countries and regions.
