OpenTipJar Guides · Getting started
What do I need before I start accepting tips?
Before you share a tip link or print a QR code, gather a few basics: who receives money, how payouts work, and what you will put on the page.
The short answer
Before sharing a tip link, decide who receives funds, how payouts will reach a bank or wallet, and what your page will say to guests.
Checklist
Choose a public page name, write a short welcome message, pick default tip amounts, connect payout details, and download a QR if you will print signage.
For teams
Agree upfront whether tips are individual or pooled and who can see reporting. Changing rules after launch is harder than setting expectations early.
Test before printing
Send yourself the link, complete a small test payment if possible, and confirm the confirmation screen looks trustworthy on both phone and desktop.
Common misconceptions
You do not need printed QR materials before going live — a shareable link is enough to accept your first tip.
You do not need a business entity or LLC before publishing a tip page; individuals can start too.
Published by OpenTipJar — practical guides for anyone accepting cashless tips.
Try it yourself
Create a free tip page, download a QR code, and share it anywhere guests already pause — counter, room, or link in bio.