Should I ask for payment before cooking a WhatsApp order?

It depends on the order. For large, custom or far-away orders, take payment or a deposit first. For small regular orders, cash on delivery or pay at pickup is common.

• Say your rule before the customer orders, so nobody is surprised.
• Paying inside WhatsApp works only in some countries: India, Brazil, Mexico and Indonesia are listed.
• Elsewhere, send a payment link, give bank details or take cash.
• Check payments before you cook. Do not trust a screenshot alone.