PayPal vs. Anedot

A better PayPal alternative for nonprofits

Looking for a PayPal alternative for nonprofits? Anedot makes it easy to accept donations, engage supporters, and grow your fundraising.
A better PayPal alternative

3 reasons why organizations choose Anedot as an alternative to PayPal

#1

Fast and friendly service

When you contact our service team, you'll get connected with welcoming, helpful, and kind people.

Our U.S.-based service team does not rest until our customers are satisfied. We go above and beyond to make sure every customer is happy and set up for success.
#2

High-conversion pages built for your needs

PayPal donation pages are basic and mostly unbranded. You typically only get one donation page and no great recurring giving options.

On the other hand, Anedot provides organizations with unlimited high-conversion donation pages. We also have multiple recurring giving options, which makes it easier for supporters to give consistently and for you to raise more money.
#3

Powerful features to boost giving

Free Text to Give, Donor Covers Fees, and Credit Card Updater are all standard with Anedot.

Anedot is built for you and your needs, not just providing generic donation pages.
Anedot vs. PayPal

What sets Anedot apart from PayPal?

Organizations choose Anedot as an alternative to PayPal for many reasons.
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No Monthly Fees Included Included
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Free Lead Generation Forms Included
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Anedot pricing

All features, including integrations, are free on Anedot.

Organizations only pay processing costs.

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$0
Monthly, Setup, and Platform Fees
Processing Costs
3.3%-4.0% + 30¢
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Most donors opt to cover the processing costs with our free Donor Pays Fees feature
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Anedot reviews on G2 say it all

PayPal
Easiest To Do Business With
9.9 / 10
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8.0 / 10
Ease of Setup
9.4 / 10
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8.4 / 10
Ease of Admin
9.6 / 10
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8.3 / 10
Quality of Support
9.6 / 10
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8.3 / 10
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On every level, they provide a service that meets and exceeds all expectations. Anedot is hands down the best in the business.
Ryan P.
COO
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Anedot has provided an easy to implement solution for online payments for our nonprofit. We are very satisfied with the service.
Loy S.
Accountant
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Anedot is super simple to customize and set up different campaigns. They offer a nonprofit rate and the option for the donor to cover the fees which is a huge win in the nonprofit world!
Bobbie M.
Operations Manager
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Frequently asked questions

Why choose Anedot instead of PayPal for donations?

PayPal can help organizations accept payments. Anedot is built for organizations that rely on giving, with tools for creating branded donation pages, accepting recurring gifts, offering text-to-give, and giving donors the option to cover processing costs. It also helps organizations access reporting and connect donation data to their existing workflows.

Does Anedot charge monthly fees?

No. Anedot has no monthly fees or contracts. Platform features and integrations are included, and organizations pay processing costs on the donations they receive.

Who is Anedot built for?

Anedot serves nonprofits, churches and ministries, political campaigns and committees, and schools. Its online giving tools are designed to help organizations collect donations, engage supporters, and manage fundraising data.

How do I get started with Anedot?

Simply sign up for free or request a demo. With no contracts or setup fees, your success is our priority.