Overview
This article explains what options are available when making a payment for your DreamHost services.
FAQs
What payment methods are accepted at sign up?
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If you are opening a new account, a credit card must be used. However, you can also use PayPal to open new Shared, DreamPress, or email-only accounts.
After the initial payment is received and the account is approved, you may then make subsequent payments using any of the accepted payment methods described below.
What currency options are available at sign up?
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During the sign up process, you'll be able to make a payment using U.S. Dollars.
What payment methods are accepted for due balances?
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DreamHost accepts a variety of payment options through your panel, including:
- Credit/Debit Card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club)
- Electronic Check / ACH
- PayPal
- Check or Money Order
Please be aware of the following if you're making a physical check or money order payment:
- DreamHost does not recommend physical payments due to security reasons and other issues that can arise when sending and processing physical payments.
- DreamHost only accepts checks or money orders drawn on U.S. banks and denominated in U.S. Dollars (USD).
Upfront payments
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If you are purchasing any items that require an upfront payment (such as a new domain registration or renewal), the payment must be made via a credit card only. This is because the payment processes immediately and the request is then automatically sent to the registry for you.
Can I make a pre-payment to my account?
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Yes. The following options add a positive balance to your account you can use to make upfront payments.
- Make a pre-payment with PayPal.
- Prepay with an Electronic Check / ACH. Please note that the amount is held for one week before it can be used to pay for the domain registration or any other items that require an upfront payment.
Are there any exceptions to these payment methods?
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- International cards — Some international or prepaid credit cards, even if they have a Visa/MasterCard logo on them, may not be accepted due to limitations set by their financial institutions. Refer to the card's issuing bank for specific terms of use.
- Cryptocurrency — Cryptocurrencies are currently not available for use at DreamHost.
- Checks or money orders drawn from non-U.S. banks — DreamHost only accepts checks or money orders drawn on U.S. banks and denominated in U.S. Dollars (USD).