About this project
About Tip Creep Tracker
A running record of the odd places that now ask for a tip.
What you’ll find here
Each entry covers one checkout, on one date, at one place. We note the suggested amounts and what made the prompt feel out of place. This is about checkout design, not the people working there.
Why the details matter
Tip screens can change from one location to the next, and they can change overnight. That’s why every report keeps its place and date attached.
How this is maintained
Tip Creep Tracker is edited as a source-led public archive. A human reviewer checks new submissions, removes duplicates, preserves source links, and records meaningful corrections. Automated scans suggest leads; they do not publish unreviewed claims.
How much should you trust a report?
Look for the source and evidence labels. They tell you whether a report came from a public post, includes a photo, has been backed up by another report, or was checked by an editor.