Should I tip my Bolt driver?


Should I tip my Bolt driver? First of all, please remember that tipping is always optional. If you don't feel like it, you don't need to do it. However, if you wish to express your thanks with a bit of an extra, then don't feel shy and go for it! How much you tip can be based on a lot of things — the service, your mood or the situation you're in.


What cut do Bolt drivers get?

From the ride fee, Bolt charges a 10% to 20% commission calculated automatically and deducted from the weekly earnings. This commission doesn't apply to tips, bonuses, or additional fees.


Is paying Bolt safe?

Your trust and safety are important to us. Your personal details aren't for sale. When you pay with Bolt, your financial information is encrypted and stored securely in compliance with PCI regulations. Shop easy knowing retailers do not have access to sensitive information.


Are Bolt drivers checked?

Bolt performs random identity authentication checks on drivers when they use the Bolt platform. This requires drivers to submit a selfie in real-time to make sure that our registered drivers are the ones driving.


Is Uber or Bolt safer?

Verdict: Both Uber and Bolt have intelligent safety features, but in comparison Uber seems to have more safety features than Bolt has.


Why do Bolt block drivers?

If a driver fails the selfie verification, their account is permanently blocked and they can never use the Bolt app again, warns the company.


Does Bolt refund if the driver cancels?

You won't be charged a cancellation fee if you cancel your request within 2 minutes from the moment driver accepted your request or if a driver cancels the request without waiting for you for at least 4-5 minutes.


How do you earn money as a bolt driver?

Drive & earn: Bolt Driver The app connects you with customers who need rides to their destination, and you get paid for each ride you provide. Payment: The Bolt Driver app pays drivers directly into your bank account weekly. Pros: The Bolt Driver app offers high earnings potential with low overhead costs.


Is it safe to pay with card on Bolt?

We want to assure you that it is 100% safe to pay with card for your Bolt ride. We do not store any payment information on our platform, so you don't need to worry about anything getting lost or stolen.


What percentage does bolt take?

Bolt charges a 15% to 20% commission from the final price per order depending on the city. Commission fee applies to both cash and card rides and cancellation fees. Commission doesn't apply to tips, bonuses, additional airport or toll fees. Commission is calculated automatically and deducted from the weekly earnings.


Is Bolt cheaper than Uber?

Bolt's main advantage is the lower fees and commissions. The company charges 15 per cent commissions to its drivers – almost half compared to Uber – which means riders can also benefit from cheaper fares. However, don't be too quick to jump in a Bolt car.