Payment Methods
Last updated: October 2026
1. Overview & Official Payment Partner
At Tinyboba (https://tinyboba.com/), we prioritize the safety and security of your online shopping transactions. To ensure that your payment information remains fully protected with industry-leading encryption standards, we currently accept PayPal as our exclusive payment gateway for all purchases across our fashion accessories store, including sunglasses, hats, and scarves.
By partnering exclusively with PayPal, we guarantee a streamlined, highly secure checkout process that safeguards your sensitive financial details without storing any full credit card numbers or banking data directly on our store servers.
2. Accepted Payment Options Summary
Through our integrated PayPal gateway, customers can complete their order using either a registered PayPal account or major credit/debit cards via PayPal Guest Checkout.
| Payment Option | Account Required? | Supported Sub-Types / Cards | Processing Surcharge |
|---|---|---|---|
| PayPal Balance / Account | Yes (PayPal Log-in) | PayPal Balance, Linked Bank Accounts, PayPal Credit | $0.00 (No Added Fees) |
| Credit / Debit Card (Guest Checkout) | No PayPal Account Needed | Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover | $0.00 (No Added Fees) |
Transparent Pricing Guarantee
Currency: All transaction totals are billed in United States Dollars ($ USD).
No Payment Surcharges: Tinyboba never charges extra handling fees or administrative surcharges for checkout. The total amount you see at checkout includes item costs, sales tax (if applicable), and our standard $6.99 flat-rate shipping fee.
3. How to Complete Checkout Using PayPal
Completing your purchase for sunglasses, hats, or scarves at Tinyboba is simple and intuitive. Follow these steps during checkout:
Option A: Paying with a PayPal Account
- Add your desired sunglasses, hats, or scarves to your shopping cart and click Checkout.
- Fill in your shipping address details (confirming compliance with our 1-day handling and 2-6 days transit schedule).
- Under the Payment section, select PayPal and click the Complete Order / Pay with PayPal button.
- You will be securely redirected to the official PayPal authentication portal. Log in with your email and password.
- Review your order summary, select your preferred funding source (PayPal balance, bank account, or saved card), and authorize the payment.
- Once payment is approved, you will automatically return to Tinyboba to receive your official order confirmation number.
Option B: Paying via Credit or Debit Card (Without a PayPal Account)
- Select PayPal at checkout and proceed to the PayPal portal.
- On the PayPal login prompt, select the option labeled "Pay with Debit or Credit Card" or "Guest Checkout".
- Enter your credit card details (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, or Discover), billing address, and contact information.
- Confirm the transaction. Your card will be charged securely without requiring you to register a permanent PayPal account.
4. Security Standards & Data Protection
Your financial security is our top commitment. When purchasing from Tinyboba, your transaction is protected by advanced security measures:
- 256-bit SSL Encryption: Entire site navigation and checkout sessions on https://tinyboba.com/ are encrypted using 256-bit Secure Socket Layer (SSL) certificates.
- PCI-DSS Level 1 Compliance: PayPal is certified under the highest standard of Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI-DSS Level 1).
- Zero Credit Card Retention: Tinyboba does not process, store, or view your full credit card numbers or card security codes (CVV) on our web servers.
- PayPal Buyer Protection: Eligible purchases made through PayPal are covered under PayPal's Buyer Protection program for added peace of mind.
5. Refunds on PayPal Payments
In accordance with our matching store policies:
- Refund Method: All refunds for approved returns (within our 60-day return window) or canceled orders (within our 1-hour grace period) will be credited directly back to the same PayPal account or credit/debit card used during the original checkout.
- Processing Window: Refunds are disbursed within 12 business days after item inspection at our New Milford facility.
- Refund Fees: Tinyboba charges $0.00 restocking or processing fees for returned or refunded orders.
6. Payment Troubleshooting & Assistance
If your payment is declined or fails to complete during checkout, please check the following:
- Verify that your billing address matches the billing details associated with your PayPal account or credit card.
- Ensure your payment card has not expired and has sufficient credit/funds available.
- Check if your browser's ad-blocker or pop-up blocker is preventing the PayPal secure pop-up window from opening.
- If the issue persists, please reach out to PayPal support or contact our team at support@tinyboba.com for assistance.