Twitter is officially adding a ‘Tip Jar’ feature to the platform so users can tip creators who enable it on their profile. The Tip Jar feature is rolling out to select users globally on the Android and iOS versions of the app. Payment services supported include Bandcamp, Cash App, Patreon, PayPal, and Venmo.
Twitter says it won’t take a cut for any tips users receive on the platform. On Android, tips can also be sent within Spaces, which is Twitter’s live audio chat feature.
According to a tweet, since users “drive the conversation on Twitter,” the company wants to make it easier for them to “support each other beyond follows, retweets, and likes,” and that’s why they’re introducing Tip Jar. “This is the first step in our work to create new ways for people to receive and show support on Twitter — with money,” the blog added.
Anyone using the platform in English can submit tips, though Twitter says it plans to expand this to more languages soon.
“At the moment, a limited group of people around the world using Twitter in English can add the Tip Jar to their profile and accept tips,” the blogpost adds. Twitter says creators, journalists, pundits and select nonprofits will see the Tip Jar on their profile and will soon roll out the capability to more users.
How to find the Tip Jar on someone’s profile and send a tip
The Tip Jar feature is rolling out to select accounts. You’ll see the Tip Jar icon next to the follow button on someone’s profile page.
When you tap the icon, you will see a list of payment services or platforms that the account has activated.
Choose whichever payment service or platform you prefer.
Twitter’s Tip Jar as it appears in the app. (Image: Indian Express)
Clicking on the link will take the user to the selected app where they can pay their preferred tip account.
How to set up Tip Jar, if you have access
Go to your profile. Tap on “Edit profile”.
You will see the Tip Jar feature at the bottom. Enable to allow hints.
Choose from the list of services/platforms you want to receive advice from. You will need to enter details for that service. Keep in mind if you want to get PayPal or Venmo tips, you’ll need an account there first.
That’s it, you’ve activated the feature. Now wait for the tips to enter.
