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What is a QR Code?

A QR code (Quick Response code) is a two-dimensional barcode that can store information like URLs, contact details, WiFi passwords, and more. Unlike traditional barcodes that can only be read horizontally, QR codes can be scanned from any angle, making them incredibly fast and convenient.

Originally invented in 1994 by a Japanese company to track automotive parts, QR codes have exploded in popularity. Today, nearly every smartphone can scan them instantly using the built-in camera app.

How QR Codes Work

QR codes use a grid of black and white squares to encode data in binary format. The three large squares in the corners help scanners detect the code's orientation. The remaining pattern contains your actual data, plus error correction information that allows the code to work even if part of it is damaged.

The "damage resistance" setting (technically called error correction) determines how much of the code can be obscured while still scanning successfully. Higher settings add redundant data, making larger QR codes but ensuring reliability in harsh conditions.

How Businesses Use QR Codes

Restaurants & Hospitality

Replace printed menus with QR codes on tables. Update your menu anytime without reprinting. Customers scan and view your latest offerings on their phones.

Retail & Products

Add QR codes to product packaging linking to user manuals, how-to videos, warranty registration, or customer reviews. Enhance the customer experience beyond the purchase.

Events & Marketing

Put QR codes on flyers, posters, and business cards. Link to event registration, special offers, or your social media profiles. Bridge the gap between physical and digital marketing.

Real Estate

Place QR codes on property signs linking to virtual tours, floor plans, and detailed listings. Interested buyers get instant access to property information 24/7.

WiFi Access

Let guests connect to your WiFi without typing long passwords. Create a WiFi QR code and display it in your lobby, hotel room, or office. One scan and they're connected.

Contact Sharing

Ditch the paper business cards. Create a vCard QR code with your contact information. When scanned, your details are saved directly to their phone's contacts.

Coming Soon

Trackable QR Codes with Analytics

Take your QR codes to the next level. Our upcoming premium features will let you see exactly how your QR codes are performing.

Scan analytics - See how many times your code was scanned
Location data - Know which cities and countries your audience is in
Device insights - iPhone vs Android, mobile vs desktop
Dynamic links - Change where your QR code points without reprinting
Time patterns - See when people scan (hour, day, week)
Custom branding - Add your logo and brand colors

Perfect for measuring marketing ROI, tracking event attendance, or understanding customer behavior. Sign up to be notified when premium features launch.

Tips for Effective QR Codes

1. Size Matters

Ensure your QR code is large enough to scan. A good rule: the scanning distance (in inches) should be about 10x the QR code width. For a sign viewed from 10 feet away, make the code at least 12 inches wide.

2. Maintain Contrast

QR codes work best with high contrast. Black on white is ideal. Avoid placing codes on busy backgrounds or using colors that are too similar in brightness.

3. Test Before Printing

Always scan your QR code with multiple devices before mass printing. Check that it leads to the right destination and loads properly on both iPhone and Android.

4. Add a Call to Action

Don't just show a QR code. Tell people what they'll get: "Scan for menu," "Scan to connect to WiFi," or "Scan for 20% off." Context increases scan rates.

5. Mobile-Friendly Destinations

Most QR scans happen on phones. Make sure the linked page is mobile-responsive and loads quickly. Nobody wants to pinch and zoom on a desktop-only site.

6. Consider the Environment

Will your code be outdoors? On a product that gets handled? Use higher damage resistance settings for codes that may get dirty, scratched, or partially covered.