Millennials and Digital Wallets: Addressing Consumer Behavior in the Technology Era
Abstract
In Indonesia, the use of digital wallets (e-wallets) such as GoPay, OVO, DANA, and ShopeePay is increasing, especially among the millennial generation who prioritize ease and speed of transactions. This study aims to analyze the factors that influence student consumer behavior in using digital wallets. The method used is qualitative with a phenomenological approach. Based on a Populix survey of 1,000 respondents, the most widely used digital wallet applications are Dana (88%), Gopay (83%), ShopeePay (79%), OVO (76%), and LinkAja! (30%). The results of the study show that ease of access, cashback, and promotions play a significant role in encouraging the use of digital wallets. However, low financial literacy leads to a tendency towards uncontrolled consumer behavior. Therefore, education about financial literacy is an important aspect in using digital wallets wisely.
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Venkatesh, V., Thong, J. Y. L., & Xu, X. (2012). Consumer acceptance and use of information technology: Extending the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology. MIS Quarterly, 36(1), 157–178. https://doi.org/10.2307/41410412
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Wetherell, M., Taylor, S., & Yates, S. J. (2001). Discourse as data: A guide for analysis. Sage Publications.
Yin, R. K. (2014). Case study research: Design and methods (5th ed.). Sage Publications.
Published
2025-10-02
How to Cite
WIDODO, Andeka; AMELIA, Rizki Lala.
Millennials and Digital Wallets: Addressing Consumer Behavior in the Technology Era.
Klabat Journal of Management, [S.l.], v. 7, n. 1, p. 127-141, oct. 2025.
ISSN 2722-726X.
Available at: <https://ejournal.unklab.ac.id/index.php/kjm/article/view/1347>. Date accessed: 24 oct. 2025.
doi: https://doi.org/10.60090/kjm.v7i1.1347.127-141.
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