Support
Questions, bugs, or a state wage that looks off? Email jasperabundant@gmail.com and we'll get back to you.
FAQ
- How is "take-home" calculated?
- Gross earnings (hourly + tips + any base pay) minus tip-out, minus a 1099 mileage deduction if applicable, minus estimated federal tax (2026 marginal brackets), estimated state/local tax, and FICA (7.65% for W-2, 15.3% self-employment for 1099). It is an estimate — always shown with "Estimates only. Consult a tax professional."
- Do you connect to my bank or employer?
- No. TipJar never links a bank, never connects to an employer or payroll system, and never files taxes. Everything stays on your device.
- Is my data backed up?
- Data lives on your device. Plus members can turn on encrypted iCloud sync, stored in your own private iCloud zone. You can also export everything to JSON at any time.
- How do I cancel a subscription?
- Open Settings → Manage Subscription, or your Apple ID → Subscriptions. Cancel anytime; there is no timer or pressure in the app.
- A state's tipped minimum looks wrong.
- Wage data is bundled and refreshed via app updates. Email us the state and figure and we'll verify against the state labor department and ship a correction.
TipJar provides estimates only and is not tax, legal, or financial advice.