How eTap is gearing up to keep holiday transactions smooth
The holiday rush in the Philippines is unlike anywhere else. Starting as early as September, lasting through what’s known as the ‘Ber’ months, Filipinos are out shopping, celebrating, and spending quality time with their loved ones.
Filipinos getting into the holiday spirit require smooth online transactions and hassle-free remittances into each other’s e-wallets. For eTap Solutions powered by eTap Inc., this means one thing: preparing early to ensure every transaction goes through seamlessly.
Keeping operations smooth with monitoring and technical support
December is traditionally the peak month for digital payments and transactions. Yet many Filipinos still rely on cash to make their purchases, with some looking for eTap kiosks to convert bills into GCash and Maya credits.
To get ready to meet this spike in demand, eTap’s Central Monitoring Team stays monitoring kiosk performance in real time. Any downtime or irregularity is flagged immediately so technicians can respond quickly. On top of this, preventive maintenance checks have been stepped up—covering everything even down to the supply of thermal paper—to make sure each machine is ready for the holiday surge.
24/7 transactions for maximum flexibility
Cart checkouts, e-wallet gift-giving, and even bill payments happen outside of regular banking hours too.
By housing an eTap self-service kiosk, stores become more than just a shopping destination—it turns into a round-the-clock payments hub. Even after registers close, customers can still stop by to top up, pay bills, or send money, driving more foot traffic and keeping your store relevant beyond traditional business hours. With kiosks offering convenience that never sleeps, stores not only support customer needs but also create new opportunities for your business.
New promos, new prizes
The holidays mean more spending, and eTap users will be glad to hear that the company’s promos and raffles haven’t come to an end!
eTap Solutions ‘Ber months raffles will take a page from our long-running #eTapWeeklyPanalo raffles where 100 lucky winners could win P2,500 every week. Running from June 2 up until September 1, 2025, all users had to do to enter was take a selfie with an eTap machine and submit a short anecdote about how eTap made their lives easier along with their relevant personal details.
With the holiday season coming closer and closer, eTap’s upcoming raffles are a great way to settle necessary financial transactions (such as topping up e-wallets and settling bills payments) while spreading the holiday cheer. For more information on the upcoming holiday raffles, stay tuned to eTap’s Facebook page here.
Putting users first
For millions of Filipinos, convenience during the holidays can spell the difference between stress and joy. By preparing early, scaling its operations, and focusing on reliability, eTap is committed to giving users one less thing to worry about this season. After all, Christmas is about time with family—not waiting in line!
Interested in placing an eTap kiosk right in your store? Reach out to the official eTap Solutions LinkedIn page!
Article by Pancho Dizon
Graphic by Justin Khyle Calleja