How-to guide
How to tip with a QR code
Tipping with a QR code takes about ten seconds — scan, choose an amount, and pay. No app to download.
Steps
- 1
Open your camera
Open your phone's camera app — most modern phones can scan QR codes without a separate app.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Point your camera at the QR code. A link will pop up — tap it to open the payment page.
- 3
Choose a tip amount
Pick one of the suggested amounts or enter a custom amount.
- 4
Pay with card, Apple Pay or Google Pay
Complete the payment in your browser. No account or app installation is required.
FAQ
Do I need to install an app to tip with a QR code?
No. Scanning the code opens a normal payment page in your browser — you pay with a card, Apple Pay or Google Pay.
Is it safe to pay by scanning a QR code?
Yes, as long as the code takes you to a legitimate payment page over HTTPS, such as a Paytapper or Stripe checkout page. Check the web address before entering payment details.
Can I tip from another country?
Yes. You just need a card, Apple Pay or Google Pay that works for online payments — no local bank account is required.