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Restore PayPal Standard for WooCommerce

By Scott Paterson

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Restore PayPal Standard for WooCommerce Review - In-Depth Analysis

Re-enables the PayPal Standard payment gateway for WooCommerce. This plugin ensures continued functionality even if WooCommerce removes it in the future.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.08/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 9+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Restore PayPal Standard For WooCommerce allows you to use the PayPal Standard gateway as a payment method for WooCommerce.

As of version 3.0, this plugin includes PayPal Standard code, ensuring it continues to work even if WooCommerce removes it entirely in future releases.

Previously, this plugin only re-enabled the menu item while PayPal Standard code was still bundled with WooCommerce. Since WooCommerce has been gradually deprecating PayPal Standard, this plugin offers a reliable way to keep using PayPal Standard in WooCommerce it without disruption.

PayPal has confirmed that they have no current plans to discontinue support for Standard PayPal.

This plugin is created by an official PayPal Partner. This plugin is not an official WooCommerce add-on or extension and is not affiliate in any way with WooCommerce, WordPress, or Automattic Inc.

Comparing to Alternatives

Restore PayPal Standard for WooCommerce has no close direct alternatives in its category, making it a unique solution for users needing to reinstate PayPal Standard payments.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Effectively restores PayPal Standard payment method for WooCommerce.
Simple and straightforward to use without unnecessary complexity.
Maintains compatibility with WooCommerce updates.
Highly rated by users for functionality and ease of use.
Responsive support addressing user issues promptly.

Weaknesses

Payment method does not appear in order details, invoices, or emails, which can complicate bookkeeping.
Removal of PayPal payment logo from checkout may reduce customer trust.
Medium security risk due to a past payment bypass vulnerability fixed in version 4.0.0.
Limited customization options for payment display and branding.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a high average rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 9 reviews and no low-star ratings, users generally express strong satisfaction with the plugin's performance and support.

Positive highlights

"Works correctly on WooCommerce" - Scott Paterson
"Simple plugin to restore PayPal standard, very happy!" - magefix
"Thanks so much for this plug-in, needed it when WooCommerce decided to stop with PayPal Standard. Plugin works great!" - DodoDog
"Great Support: There was an issue and they resolved immediately." - PigeonLady
"Perfect! Works great" - coroleu

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Payment method not visible in order details, invoices, or emails, causing confusion.
Removal of PayPal logo from checkout page reduces customer trust.
Past security vulnerability related to payment bypass, though fixed in latest version.
Lack of updates or responses to some user support threads.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need to restore the PayPal Standard payment gateway in WooCommerce after it was discontinued, and who prioritize straightforward functionality over advanced customization.

Not ideal for

Users who require detailed payment information in order records and invoices, those who want PayPal branding visible at checkout, or those concerned about past security vulnerabilities despite fixes.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version fully restores PayPal Standard payments in WooCommerce, providing essential functionality without cost.

Final Verdict

Restore PayPal Standard for WooCommerce is a valuable plugin for users needing to reinstate the PayPal Standard payment method with minimal fuss. It enjoys strong user approval for its core functionality and responsive support, despite some limitations in payment visibility and branding.

However, potential users should weigh the medium security risk from a past vulnerability and the lack of payment details in orders and invoices. With no direct alternatives, it remains a practical choice for those prioritizing PayPal Standard restoration over enhanced features or branding.