I've been using paypal for lot's of stuff since 2004, I don't ever remember having any fee's.

And I beleive that the other person has to have a paypal too

It's my understanding that paypal has a policy dealing with anything pornographic in nature, in that they won't let you use it for that. As long as the commissions you're doing aren't porn, you'll be fine.

Damn, really?
can't I just say it's for clean art, and then note a naughty version through to my client?

Actually, as long as it's said no where IN the info about what they are paying for, PayPal will have no idea and won't do shit about it v:

Read my comment below! This is extremely unlikely they'll even find out, IF this is even a real policy. I would recommend reading through it yourself when you sign up.

IMO I've been using paypal since 04/05 and whereas you do need a client with paypal to pay - most actually have it. I have a "premier" account - as there are a few levels that have descriptions of what you'll be doing... ex: sending payments vs receiving payments and its rather straight forward.
The fees that are taken are menial, within the dollar range for small payments. These are taken off if you use their "bank card" feature as opposed to the credit card.. Again, this is all explained on paypal itself.

LOL - I would NOT worry about this. I've been taking commissions for porn through paypal since 2005 - there is NO way they can know once the finished product is done.. Unless you POST IT TO YOUR PAYPAL RECEIPT lol!

Ya exactly, you'll be fine that way. I don't do the commissions thing, I just use it for ebay 'n stuff.

I just remembering hearing somewhere about an account being shut down cause it was used for adult commissions, but what paypal doesn't know can't hurt them!

I pay for adult work all the time with PayPal, I just never EVER EVER put a description of what I'm buying into their system.

There are now two types of categories for sending a payment: Purchase and Personal. Paypal does have fees for non-personal payments. While you can avoid the fees for asking people to pay under the personal category using a PayPal balance or bank account transfer (i.e. as a "gift", "payment owed", etc.), you really need to understand the risk you're taking. Personal payments CANNOT be disputed (I think; I'm having a hard time verifying this) and it is very against their Terms of Use to accept business payments like for commissions through the personal payment method. If you happen to get caught doing that, you risk losing your paypal account and possibly the money in it.

On the other hand, I've had a PayPal account for about 10 years now, I think, and I've had no problems.

Yes, there are fees, depending which payment option you choose. If you go with "payment owed" under personal expenses, no fees. But as furryskibum pointed out, gotta be kinda careful there o: There are also out-of-country transfer fees, I discovered. I've been happy with paypal though. :3

it's sthuper easy!

Its easy, no fees or anything like that. Theres even a free debit card too thats hella useful.

Unless things've changed since I last used it, the only fees you'd be paying is a small percentage commission towards Paypal from the money you'd receive. They'd also charge a fee once you'd transfer it to your bank account, but that's for transfers below 100$.

I haven't used it in sooooooo long! ;<

I had a paypal account up until several years ago. I closed the account due to a combination of lack of use of the account, and a growing distrust of paypals services. While receiving money quickly is nice, paypal is also a means wherein which I can loose money just as quickly. I now only accept checks and money orders from first time clients, and will allow direct deposits for established clients. However, what works for me, may not work for you. My current lack of having a paypal account has as of yet not stopped me from making purchases of goods from those who sell only through paypal.

Since you'll be selling your artwork by means of paypal, limit whatever descriptions you use to "commissioned artwork", or "commissioned illustration." If professional illustration is something you see as being a potential career for yourself, if only on a freelancing basis, then take advantage of paypals bank account services if they still have them. This will make it easier for you to keep track of expenses for business accounting purposes, and let you separate your job income, from your art income.

Best of luck to you.

-What account should I get?
Get the "Premier" account. I mean, seriously the other options (from what I remember) are for, either, big companies or dudes who are just buying stuff online.

-Does paypal have fees if you're only recieving small amounts of money?
Yes, they will at least take out 9% of every transaction. For instance. I took a commission for $5. When paypal took out their money, it was $4.55 or when I took a commission for $50. They left me with $48.25 which isn't that bad. At least, they are reliable for the most part.

-Does the customer need a paypal account? Is it easy for them to pay you?
Yes the customer will need a paypal account and no it isn't really hard for them. From what I remember (being a buyer and not a seller) I got the account, sent my stuff via the paypal option on amazon and "POOF" the internet buys my stuff. n__n

You will need to setup a separate e-mail (because being flooded in your personal e-mail by confirmation notices is annoying), unless you don't care.

Let me know if you need help. OH and I don't have money to send your box yet, but you are getting a shirt. <3

8D thanksss

is like 15 cents to 75 cents will be taken or added to it,i belive...dont quote me on it i tried figureingi t out but i cant ewe