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(2025) How to Get Your Paddle Account Approved in 48 Hours?

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dante
dante
Founder of ShipNowKit

Getting approved for a Paddle merchant account might seem daunting for individual developers. But with the right preparation, you can complete the process in just 1-2 days. This guide walks you through every step to ensure a smooth approval process.

Why Choose Paddle for Your Payment Processing?​

Before diving into the application process, let's understand why Paddle is an excellent choice for developers:

  • Individual Developer Friendly: Unlike many payment processors, Paddle actively welcomes individual developers
  • Global Payment Support: Accept payments worldwide with multiple payment methods
  • Tax Handling: Automated VAT/GST handling and compliance
  • Quick Integration: Simple API and ready-to-use checkout solutions

What You Need Before Applying​

To ensure a smooth approval process, prepare these essentials:

  1. A professional website with:
    • Clear product/service description
    • Terms of Service page
    • Privacy Policy page
  2. Business domain email address
  3. Valid passport for identity verification
  4. Verify that your product complies with Paddle's acceptable use policy.

Helpful Resources:

Phase 1: Registration (15-20 minutes)​

Initial Sign-up​

  1. Visit the Paddle registration page
  2. Select your product type (e.g., SaaS subscription software) image.png

Account Information​

  1. Enter your name (matching your passport)
  2. Use your business domain email image.png

Business Details​

  1. Enter your business name (this will be visible to customers)
  2. Select "Individual" for Business Type
  3. Complete remaining fields as applicable image.png

Address Information​

Provide your accurate physical address image.png

Phase 2: Account Verification (1-2 business days)​

Email Verification​

  1. Check your business email for verification message
  2. Click "Confirm Your Account" link image.png

Website Verification​

  1. Navigate to "Verify account" in the dashboard
  2. Click "Submit website"

Ensure your website includes Terms of Service and Privacy Policy pages. image.png image.png

After submission, you'll need to wait for PADDLE to conduct an initial review of your website. They will typically notify you via email within one business day.

Phase 3: Identity Verification (2-3 business days)​

Identity Check​

  1. Wait for identity verification email from Paddle
  2. Click "Verify my identity" link
  3. Follow the verification process with your passport image.png

Final Review​

If the identity verification is successful, Paddle will send a confirmation email. We no longer need to fill in any information, just wait for Paddle's final review. image.png

Once approved, you'll receive a confirmation email and can begin integrating Paddle payments image.png

Ready to start accepting global payments? Follow this guide to set up your Paddle account today. For any questions, feel free to comment below or reach out to us directly.