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QR Code Generator
Create custom QR codes for websites, text, contact details, and more.
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What are QR Codes?
A practical guide to QR codes and where they work best.
The Basics
QR codes are two-dimensional barcodes that connect printed material to digital content. Originally developed in 1994 for tracking car parts, they are now used for menus, contact information, websites, and many other scanning workflows.
Key Advantages
- • Instant access - no typing URLs or contact info
- • Works with modern smartphone cameras
- • Stores way more data than traditional barcodes
- • Perfect for contactless interactions
- • Static codes have no expiration date
Popular QR Code Uses
Real ways people are using QR codes every day
Social Media & Portfolio
Link to your Instagram, LinkedIn, or personal website from business cards and printed material.
WiFi Sharing
Share WiFi credentials with guests without requiring them to type a network name or password.
Contact Information
vCard QR codes let people save your contact info with one scan. Great for freelancers and small business owners.
Menu & Ordering
Link to menus and ordering pages for restaurants, food trucks, cafes, and events.
Email & Feedback
Create direct links for customer service emails, feedback forms, or newsletter signups.
Event & Payment Info
Link to event details, ticket purchases, or payment pages.
QR Code Best Practices
Practical guidance for reliable scanning and printing.
Design Tips
- • Keep it simple - less data = easier scanning
- • Maintain high contrast (dark on light backgrounds)
- • Don't modify the core pattern - keep it recognizable
- • Add a clear call-to-action like "Scan me!"
Size & Placement
- • Minimum 2cm x 2cm for reliable scanning
- • Place at eye level when possible
- • Leave white space around the code
- • Consider viewing distance and lighting
Testing & Quality
- • Always test with multiple devices before printing
- • Check in different lighting conditions
- • Verify the destination works on mobile
- • Use high-resolution images for print
Common Mistakes
- • Don't make them too small or too complex
- • Avoid low contrast color combinations
- • Don't link to non-mobile-friendly pages
- • Never use expired or broken links
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Everything you need to know about QR codes