"Twitter" allows users to pay "tips" to their favorite accounts

Twitter introduced a new tool yesterday called "Tip Jar" (tip box) that allows users to donate money to their favorite tweeters.

"It is the first stage of our plan to develop new ways to provide support and obtain it via Twitter, with money," the American Network said in a statement.

Until now, the ability to charge money through this service is limited to a limited number of accounts, from content makers, journalists, experts, and NGOs. However, all users of the English version can tip.

"You are the ones managing the conversations on Twitter and we want to be able to more easily exchange support, beyond following accounts, retweeting, and liking clicks," the network added.

The new feature will allow offering "tips" through electronic payment services such as PayPal, Venmo and Patreon. Twitter will not charge any commission for this money.

The American network seeks to diversify its sources of income beyond advertising and revenue potential to gain the loyalty of influencers.

It is especially preparing to launch paid subscriptions to users' favorite accounts, with special privileges for subscribers.

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