OpenTipJar Guides · Payments
Suggested amounts and custom amounts
Suggested tip buttons reduce decision friction; a custom field catches everything else. Familiar round amounts often outperform precise percentages on mobile.
The short answer
Preset buttons ($5, $10, $20) reduce decision fatigue. A custom field catches everything else. Most mobile tippers pick a familiar round number rather than calculating a precise percentage.
Choosing presets
Match amounts to your context — coffee shops often skew lower than hotel housekeeping. You can adjust presets later without changing printed QR codes when the code opens your page.
Labels
Optional short labels ("kind", "wow") can nudge without pressure. Keep them light.
Common misconceptions
Suggested tip buttons are shortcuts, not requirements — guests can usually enter a custom amount instead.
Higher preset amounts on the page do not lock in a minimum tip for every guest.
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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.