Our Mission
TipWhiz was created to solve a universal problem: calculating fair tips quickly and accurately. Whether you're dining out, ordering delivery, or getting a haircut, knowing how much to tip shouldn't require mental gymnastics or awkward guesswork.
We believe tipping should be:
- Fair - Both to service workers who depend on tips and to customers managing their budgets
- Fast - No one wants to spend 5 minutes doing math at a restaurant table
- Free - Essential financial tools should be accessible to everyone, with no paywalls or subscriptions
- Transparent - Understanding how tips are calculated builds confidence and reduces anxiety
Our Story
TipWhiz began with a simple observation: despite smartphones being everywhere, people still struggle with tipping calculations. We'd watch friends fumble with phone calculators at restaurants, make rounding errors, forget to account for tax, or accidentally tip on the post-tax amount.
Service workers deserve fair compensation, and customers deserve clarity. We built TipWhiz to bridge that gap - a calculator that's fast enough for real-world use, smart enough to handle tax calculations, and comprehensive enough to cover every tipping scenario.
Today, TipWhiz helps thousands of people calculate tips confidently, split bills fairly, and navigate tipping culture with ease. We've expanded beyond simple calculations to include comprehensive guides, educational resources, and tools for every tipping situation.
What Makes TipWhiz Different
Lightning Fast
Built with performance in mind. TipWhiz loads in under 1 second and works offline as a PWA. No waiting, no frustration - just instant calculations when you need them.
Beautiful Design
Following Material Design 3 guidelines, TipWhiz is more than functional - it's elegant. Smooth animations, intuitive controls, and a clean interface make tipping calculations actually enjoyable.
Tax-Smart Calculations
Unlike basic calculators, TipWhiz understands that you should tip on pre-tax amounts. Our intelligent system handles tax automatically, ensuring fair tips every time.
Smart Bill Splitting
Split bills evenly among any number of people with automatic per-person calculations. No more awkward math at the table or one person paying more than their share.
Comprehensive Education
We don't just calculate tips - we educate. Learn tipping etiquette, understand cultural differences, master mental math tricks, and navigate every tipping scenario with confidence.
Privacy Focused
Your calculations stay on your device. We don't track what you tip, where you dine, or how you spend. TipWhiz respects your privacy while providing powerful calculations.
Our Core Values
🤝 Respect for Service Workers
We recognize that service workers - servers, delivery drivers, hairstylists, and more - depend on tips as a significant part of their income. TipWhiz promotes fair tipping practices that respect both their work and customers' budgets. Our default calculations follow industry-standard recommendations to ensure service workers receive appropriate compensation.
🌍 Cultural Sensitivity
Tipping customs vary dramatically around the world. What's expected in New York differs from Tokyo, London, or Sydney. We provide comprehensive guides to international tipping etiquette, helping travelers navigate cultural differences respectfully and avoid embarrassing situations abroad.
💡 Financial Literacy
Understanding percentages, tax calculations, and fair compensation builds broader financial confidence. We believe that teaching people how to calculate tips mentally, understand tax implications, and split bills fairly contributes to overall financial literacy - a skill that extends far beyond restaurants.
♿ Accessibility for All
Everyone deserves access to essential financial tools, regardless of their device, connection speed, or abilities. TipWhiz is designed to be fast, lightweight, accessible, and functional even offline. No account required, no payment needed, no barriers to entry.
Our Commitment to You
Always Free: TipWhiz will remain free for everyone. We believe essential financial tools should be accessible without paywalls, subscriptions, or premium tiers.
Continuously Improving: We listen to user feedback and regularly update TipWhiz with new features, improved calculations, and expanded educational content.
No Dark Patterns: We don't use manipulative design, hidden fees, or deceptive practices. What you see is what you get - a straightforward, honest tool.
Privacy Respected: Your calculations are private. We don't sell your data, track your spending, or monetize your usage beyond ethical advertising.
Built with Modern Technology
TipWhiz is built using cutting-edge web technologies to deliver the fastest, most reliable experience possible:
- ⚛️ React & Next.jsLightning-fast rendering and optimal performance
- 🎨 Material Design 3Beautiful, accessible, and intuitive interface
- 📱 Progressive Web AppWorks offline and can be installed on any device
- ♿ WCAG CompliantAccessible to users of all abilities
Get in Touch
Have questions, suggestions, or feedback? We'd love to hear from you. Your input helps us improve TipWhiz for everyone.
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