More about QR-codes

We regularly get questions about how QR-codes work, how one can be created, and if our QR-codes are really free!

Read our blog, then many questions will be answered. Do you still have a question? Contact us!

Tickets For Your Event? QR-codes Are the Way to Go

Increasingly, tickets are turning into QR-codes. And for good reason. QR-codes have proven to be more reliable, safe and better suited for marketing and analytics than their paper ticket counterparts. Here at QRcode.me we guide you through how to easily create these ticket QR-codes, using either a landing page, or ticketing platforms.

The top 5 best QR-code generators of 2025

A succesful -code campaign starts with a reliable, professional and affordable QR-code generator. But where to find one amongst the dozens out there? We’re here to clear up some of the mess to you and present the top 5 QR-code generators

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Starting Your QR-code Campaign: Here’s How To Avoid the 6 Most Likely Mistakes

Starting with QR-codes can be a daunting task. QR-codes can be powerful marketing tools, but can also turn out complicated, ineffective and irrelevant. The design of your QR-code campaign makes a world of difference. We’re here to help you out, showing you how to avoid the 6 most common mistakes when starting your QR-code campaign.

The Newest Invention in QR-code Country: QR-codes in the Subway

With increasing fatalities at subway stations, Japan has introduced more safety doors at its subway stops to turn the tide. These come at significant costs though. With QR-codes, Japanese railway operators can massively save on money, while improving safety and transport efficiency. How? QR-codes on subway trains is the answer.

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Quizzes, Feedback, and Scavenger Hunts: QR-codes Are Popular in Education

With student phone use under increased scrutiny, it might seem the role of QR-codes in education is dead. But the opposite is true! QR-codes can provide an engaging and interactive educational experience. More thought is going into when and how phones and QR-codes provide added value to education. We present the 6 best way to use QR-codes in your classes.

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Receiving and writing reviews using a QR-code

The Review QR-code Gathering feedback and leveraging positive reviews as a marketing tool is crucial for businesses. But where should…
A white LP cover with a QR code on it. Just below the QR code, the text "listen now" is written. A black LP record is partially out of the cover.

Listen to an audio sample in 2 clicks

The Audio QR-code From escape rooms, music teasers to exhibitions, the audio QR-code can be used for a whole lot…
A woman holding a phone, trying to scan a small QR code from a brochure. A woman scans a QR code from a brochure to open the webshop.

QR-code to your website or webshop?

The Link QR-code A QR-code can point to many different things, such as a webpage, text, or a file. However,…
A young woman wearing glasses holds mascara in her hands and is showing it to a camera on the left. The YouTube logo is in the center of the image. With the video QR code, you can easily share any video.

Sharing Videos with a QR-code

The Video QR-code At events with a large crowd, sharing a video via a link might not be the most…

Your marketing text spread in seconds

The Text QR-code QR-codes are most commonly used to direct people to a webpage or online shop. But what if…
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QR-code customization

If you want a professional and appealing QR-code, you cannot ignore QR-code customization. Read more about the many options we offer and how these can be used easily.

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How to generate a free QR-code: step-by-step

Searching for a free QR-code that is easy and quick to create? You’ve come to the right place! In this blog we provide an understandable, step-by-step explanation how you can create your QR-code.

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QR business card: Everything you need to know

A QR code rather than a business card? Yes! A QR code is easily accessible, the other person won’t lose it, and it is much faster! In this blog it will become clear how you can create a QR business card and what the advantages are.

Payment QR code with Tikkie logo, with a simple frame around the QR code with the text "scan example: payment".

QR-code payments: what you should know

Paying via QR codes is happening more frequently, and is very handy to do. In this blog we will explain how you can create your own payment QR code.

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QR-code design

A QR code with an appealing design distinguishes itself from other QR codes, is more attractive, and will be scanned more often. Read about what you should be paying attention to when designing QR codes.

Files in QR-codes

Entering pictures and files into QR codes, is a smart application of QR codes. Read more about how easy it is to generate such file QR codes.

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QR-code fraud: What is it and how to prevent it?

More and more people are falling victim to QR code fraud. Read more about what QR code fraud is, how it works, and how you can protect yourself against it.

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The QR-code basics: What is it, how does it work, and where does it come from?

QR codes have become an integral part of the urban landscape for several years now. The hospitality industry, schools, and even the local bakery, they all use it. But what exactly is a QR code, how does it work, and where does it come from?

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Tips for printing QR-codes

In order to have a sufficient quality for printing, it is important to use vector files. Read what these are, how you can create them, and what the pro’s and cons are.

How many scans does my QR-code have?

Tracking scans is vital for optimizing your QR code campaign, and testing whether what you’re doing actually works. But how should you track scans? QRcode.me explains it for you!