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What is a QR Code?
A QR (Quick Response) code is a two-dimensional barcode that stores information such as URLs, text, contact details, or WiFi credentials. Originally invented in 1994 for tracking automotive parts, QR codes are now ubiquitous in marketing, payments, and digital communication.
When scanned with a smartphone camera or QR reader app, the encoded data is instantly decoded — making QR codes a fast, contactless bridge between the physical and digital worlds.
How to Use This QR Code Generator
Creating a custom QR code is simple with our free tool:
1. Choose a content type :
Select from URL, Text, Email, Phone, SMS, WiFi, or vCard to define what your QR code encodes.2. Enter your content :
Type in the URL, message, phone number, or fill in the WiFi / contact form fields. The QR code updates in real time.3. Customize the design :
Pick your preferred size, foreground and background colors, and error correction level to match your branding.4. Download :
Export your QR code as a high-quality PNG or SVG file, ready for print or digital use.QR Code Use Cases for Business
QR codes help businesses connect with customers in powerful ways:
Marketing Campaigns :
Add QR codes to flyers, posters, and business cards to drive traffic to landing pages or promotions.Product Packaging :
Link customers to product manuals, how-to videos, or warranty registration.Restaurants & Menus :
Replace paper menus with scannable QR codes that open a digital menu.Events & Ticketing :
Use QR codes for event check-in, session registration, or venue maps.Interactive Guides :
Pair QR codes with Guidejar walkthroughs to provide interactive step-by-step onboarding or training at the point of need.Best Practices for QR Codes
Test before printing :
Always scan the QR code with multiple devices to verify it works correctly before mass printing.Keep a quiet zone :
Leave whitespace around the QR code so scanners can detect it easily.Use high error correction :
If the QR code will be printed on curved surfaces or may get partially obscured, choose a higher error correction level.Ensure sufficient contrast :
Dark foreground on a light background scans most reliably. Avoid light colors for the foreground.Size matters :
A QR code should be at least 2 cm × 2 cm (0.8 in × 0.8 in) for close-range scanning. Increase the size for larger scanning distances.FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
- 01Do the QR codes expire?
- No. QR codes generated here are static codes — they never expire and will work forever as long as the encoded content (e.g., the URL) remains active.
- 02What types of content can I encode?
- You can encode URLs, plain text, email addresses, phone numbers, SMS messages, WiFi network credentials, and vCard contact information.
- 03What is the difference between PNG and SVG?
- PNG is a raster image format ideal for web and digital use. SVG is a vector format that scales to any size without losing quality — perfect for print, large banners, or when you need to resize the QR code.
- 04What is error correction and which level should I use?
- Error correction allows a QR code to remain scannable even if part of it is damaged or obscured. Low (L) recovers ~7% of data, Medium (M) ~15%, High (Q) ~25%, and Very High (H) ~30%. Use Medium for digital use and High or Very High for print materials.
- 05Can I customize the colors of my QR code?
- Yes! You can change both the foreground and background colors. Just make sure there is enough contrast between them for reliable scanning.
- 06Can I use these QR codes commercially?
- Absolutely. All QR codes you generate are yours to use for any purpose — personal, commercial, or otherwise — with no attribution required.
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