PayPal IPN notification example
Overview
Simple flask application with a landing page that has a buy now button.
When a purchase is made, IPN notification is sent and processed.
If notification is verified, take action.
Notes
- Set a custom value in the IPN message by setting the hidden form field custom
- Set the IPN notification URL in the PayPal button editor (can override in form as notify_url)
Reference links
Use developer portal to create sandbox accounts: https://developer.paypal.com/docs/classic/lifecycle/ug_sandbox/?mark=sandbox
Use Sandbox website for performing tests: https://www.sandbox.paypal.com/us/home
Saved button page (sandbox): https://www.sandbox.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_button-management
Production website: https://www.paypal.com/us/home
Live stream writing this code: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFUdd3gveN8