QR code guides
Plain explanations of how QR codes work and how to use them well. Each tool page also has its own how-to and answers to common questions.
Read a guide
- How QR codes workWhat the squares mean, how much a code can hold, why a logo doesn’t break it, and static vs dynamic codes.
- How to print a QR code that scansSize, contrast, file format, materials and testing, so the code works on paper, not just on screen.
- How to spot a QR code scamWhere fake QR codes turn up, how to read a link before you open it, and what to do if you already scanned one.
- How to 3D print a QR codeModel size, filament, two-colour methods and slicer settings for a printed QR code that scans first time.
- Static vs dynamic QR codesWhat each type is, what a dynamic code really costs, and a free way to get editable codes that never expire.
- Wi‑Fi QR codes for guestsLet guests join your Wi‑Fi in one scan at a café, holiday rental or office, without giving away more than you mean to.
- QR code menus for restaurantsBuild a menu guests can read on a phone, print table codes that scan, and update prices without reprinting.
- How to track QR code scans for freeMeasure which posters, flyers and tables get scanned using campaign tags and your own analytics, without a subscription.
- How to scan a QR codeScan with the camera on iPhone or Android, read codes already on your screen, and fix a camera that won’t react.
- Get more Google reviews with a QR codeFind your review link, turn it into a QR code, put it where happy customers will see it, and stay within Google’s rules.
Tool how-tos
Every tool page explains how to use it, how it works and what it’s good for.
- 3D QR code
- Animated 3D QR
- GIF QR code maker
- Video QR code generator
- QR code overlay
- Circle 3D QR code
- Cool QR code maker
- QR code with animated logo
- QR code generator
- Wi‑Fi QR code
- Contact card QR
- QR code with logo
- Scan QR from image
- Is this QR code safe?
- Bulk QR generator
- WhatsApp QR code
- Email QR code
- SMS QR code
- QR codes that never expire
- Google Form QR code
- Business card QR code
- Location QR code
- Facebook QR code
- Text to QR code
- SVG & transparent QR
- Circle QR code
- Barcode generator
- Bulk barcode generator