> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.stylemixthemes.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.stylemixthemes.com/masterstudy-theme-documentation/payouts/general-settings.md).

# General Settings

First of all, it should be determined which percentage of commission will be taken by the instructor. You can do it in **MS LMS -> LMS Settings -> General.**

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{% hint style="info" %}
**Note.** PayPal Fee will be withdrawn from the admin's account.
{% endhint %}

## PayPal Settings

{% hint style="danger" %}
**Important!**

It is required to Enable the PayPal Payment method from the LMS Settings and make it Default.
{% endhint %}

To do this, go to **MS LMS ->** **LMS Settings**. 

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Click on the **Payout** section and in opened tab click on the **Enable payment method** button.

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Then click on **Make Default**.

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## Time Zone Setting

The PayPal account time zone should be the same as the website time zone.

You can change the time zone in **Settings -> General.**

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## SSL Certificate

{% hint style="warning" %}
The website should be with an SSL certificate. The site link should look like [https://sitename.domain](<https://sitename.domain >).
{% endhint %}

## Enabling Payment Methods&#x20;

Build-in payment methods should be enabled since Payouts only works with LMS orders. To do this, you should go to **LMS Settings -> Payment Methods**.

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