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Automatic Tip Requests

When It’s OK to Say No to Automatic Tip Requests

Nowadays its common to find computer screens with preset prompts for tipping – and theyre showing up at places where tipping hasnt been the norm.

Many merchants who would never even think of requesting tips before utilize that function now. And its leading to frustration among consumers.

Many places where you spend money these days have computer screens that request tips. Most provide convenient preset options or the ability to submit your own amount. While adding gratuity has long been customary in many situations, the tipping screen is now showing up in unusual places.

So, should you participate in the tipping trend? If you’re financially comfortable and believe it’s the right thing to do, you may want to press one of those buttons. There are plenty of circumstances, however, in which its perfectly fine to stick to only the price of your purchase.

The Rise of Digital Tipping

Technology is always on the rise and there has been an explosion of point-of-sale systems and digital payment tools. Smartphones and tablets often come with software that enables merchants to accept your credit or debit card and allows you to select a fixed or custom tip.

Many merchants who would never even think of requesting tips before utilize that function now. And its leading to frustration among consumers.

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