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For creating static QR-codes you only need our QR-code generator and the data which should be in the QR-code (a link, text, etc.). Optionally you can upload an image, but this isn’t required. For dynamic you’ll also need an account. If you’re not sure about how to create a QR-code, we have a slow, step-by-step explanation for you.
This is very easy with our QR-code generator, and works as follows:
No, this isn’t required. At QRcode.me you can choose all colors you like. The color combination should have enough contrast, as with too little the QR-code can’t be scanned. Want to know more about customization? Click here.
The minimum is 1×1 cm. However in practice a QR-code should be larger, as the QR-code should grab attention. If the QR-code is scanned from a great distance, and if the QR-code contains much data (many blocks) the minimum size is higher as well. Click here to read about the ideal QR-code size.
Yes this is possible! At QRcode.me you can put a logo in the centre of the QR-code with the button ‘logo’. Now you can upload an image from your library, and then you can optionally edit the size. This is obviously very useful as branding. If you want to customize your QR-code further you can read more here.
At QRcode.me you can choose to edit the colors, block patterns, the edges, insert your own logo, add a customized frame, adapt the quality, choose a size, and more. With dynamic QR-codes you can even enter a customized link which everyone will see when scanning your QR-code. There are a lot of options to make your QR-code perfect! Looking for more explanation about all our options and how to use them? Click here.
For static QR-codes this is not possible. For dynamic QR-codes, this is possible!
If you’d like to edit the lay-out of your dynamic QR-code you can log into your account and then go to the QR-code you’d like to edit. You can click on edit style, and if you’ve changed everything you wanted to change, you can click on finish and save.
How to create QR-codes?
For creating static QR-codes you only need our QR-code generator and the data which should be in the QR-code (a link, text, etc.). Optionally you can upload an image, but this isn’t required. For dynamic you’ll also need an account. If you’re not sure about how to create a QR-code, we have a slow, step-by-step explanation for you.
This is very easy with our QR-code generator, and works as follows:
No, this isn’t required. At QRcode.me you can choose all colors you like. The color combination should have enough contrast, as with too little the QR-code can’t be scanned. Want to know more about customization? Click here.
The minimum is 1×1 cm. However in practice a QR-code should be larger, as the QR-code should grab attention. If the QR-code is scanned from a great distance, and if the QR-code contains much data (many blocks) the minimum size is higher as well. Click here to read about the ideal QR-code size.
Yes this is possible! At QRcode.me you can put a logo in the centre of the QR-code with the button ‘logo’. Now you can upload an image from your library, and then you can optionally edit the size. This is obviously very useful as branding. If you want to customize your QR-code further you can read more here.
At QRcode.me you can choose to edit the colors, block patterns, the edges, insert your own logo, add a customized frame, adapt the quality, choose a size, and more. With dynamic QR-codes you can even enter a customized link which everyone will see when scanning your QR-code. There are a lot of options to make your QR-code perfect! Looking for more explanation about all our options and how to use them? Click here.
For static QR-codes this is not possible. For dynamic QR-codes, this is possible!
If you’d like to edit the lay-out of your dynamic QR-code you can log into your account and then go to the QR-code you’d like to edit. You can click on edit style, and if you’ve changed everything you wanted to change, you can click on finish and save.
Static/Dynamic QR-codes
All data entered when the static Q- code was created is coded into the static QR-code itself; it is in the pattern of the ‘blocks’. This means static QR-codes can’t be edited after they’re created, and it means the QR-codes aren’t saved on any server. Read more to see how a static QR-code works, and what the difference is compared to a dynamic one.
There are two types of QR-codes: static and dynamic QR-codes. A dynamic QR-code works differently than a static QR-code. A dynamic QR-code has the advantages that it’s easy to track scans and that the QR-code can be edited after it was created. Read here how dynamic QR-codes work, and what the difference is with static QR-codes.
Dynamic QR-codes work in 2 steps:
- They first direct towards a unique redirect page. In this case our own website qrcode.me with some data behind the link.
- The page directly sends the scanner to the URL which the creator of the QR-code has entered.
Why does it work like this?
The URL is not processed in the blocks of the QR-code itself. This allows the QR-code to be changed afterwards. After all, the redirect page directs towards the actual link, and via the redirect page the number of scans is tracked as well. Want to know more about how it works and what the advantages are? Click here.
Advantages of dynamic QR-codes
- You can track the number of scans easily, with just one click needed;
- Possibility to change the lay-out, change the link, or change the data of the QR-code.
- You can edit the data after the QR-code was created.
Advantages of static over dynamic
- No account necessary;
- The scanner is directly sent to the destination page; so it’s quick;
No, a dynamic QR-code can also be generated for free. Unique in the market! The QRcode.me logo will be briefly (2 seconds) visible on screen though. This can be deleted through a one-time $ 7.99 purchase. This is no subscription, so you aren’t tied to anything. Creating and using the standard static and dynamic QR-codes will always remain free.
No, the QR-code stays exactly the same. If you edit the link of your QR-code, this change is only reflected in our servers. This means that the QR-code will direct scanners to the new URL. The QR-code does not change at all for this to happen. The same QR-code can still be used like usual.
This is needed so you can edit the QR-codes after you’ve created them, and to view the number of scans. In your account you can do both of these things, but to do this, we obviously need to know which QR-code belongs to who. You can create an account here.
QR-code use & applications
There can be various reasons why your QR-code doesn’t work. The most common ones are:
- The entered data contains a typo;
- The QR-code is of low quality;
- You’re using an app to scan: this often doesn’t work and a camera works better;
- Haven’t found the issue, or want to know more? Read about the top 10 reasons why QR-codes won’t work and their corresponding solutions.
For static QR-codes this is not possible. For dynamic QR-codes, this is possible!
If you’d like to edit the lay-out of your dynamic QR-code you can log into your account and then go to the QR-code you’d like to edit. You can click on edit style, and if you’ve changed everything you wanted to change, you can click on finish and save.
For dynamic QR-codes: The number of scans is automatically saved in your own account. For every QR-code you can see a graph icon and the total amount of scans on the right. If you click on the graph icon a graph appears where the number of scans is displayed per day.
For static QR-codes: Tracking scans is more difficult. Want to know how it works? Read more here.
Yes! This is possible by:
- Placing a payment request link in a QR-code;
- Payment requests can expire, so it’s best to use a dynamic QR-code so the QR-code can be updated anytime;
- The QR-code will send the ones scanning to the webpage of a bank or payment provider to proceed the payment;
- For a clear, step-by-step explanation: click here.
This is not possible. If you’ve chosen the wrong type, you have to archive the QR-code and create a new one.
The possibilities are just endless, but here are a few examples:
- Directing to an order page;
- Sharing contact details (QR business card);
- Connecting with Wifi;
- Contactless payment;
- Etc. etc.
- Would you like to use one of the many possibilities, click here.
Yes, QR-codes are royalty free and can be used and created by everyone. There are many applications for QR-codes, so use it for whatever you want. You can create QR-codes here.
Yes this is possible! You can download the QR-code in PNG, SVG or PDF format. Then you can print the QR-code. For tips when you’d like to print a QR-code, click here.
Our services, terms & conditions
No, at QRcode.me all QR-codes work indefinitely; so both free and premium, and both static and dynamic variants never expire.
1 exception to clean up the system. If your dynamic QR-code is not scanned (free version) for over 3 months it will be archived. You will receive a warning in advance.
You can create QR-codes here.
For dynamic QR-codes we currently offer the types link, video, audio, pdf, text, image, vCard, Review and social media.
For static QR-codes we offer the types: Link, text, vCard, PDF, image, audio, email, location, phone, SMS, Whatsapp, Wifi, event, and PayPal.
There is no limit for static QR-codes.
The number of scans of dynamic QR-codes is based on a fair use policy. Roughly, if scans are much higher than 10,000 a day we will contact you first. Hopefully you understand that not everything can be expected from one-time $7.99!
No, if you archive a premium dynamic QR-code the credit will added to your QR-code account. This means that if you have archived a premium QR-code (where our logo isn’t visible) you still obtain the right to a premium QR-code. So by archiving, you can use the released credit to delete the logo for another QR-code. Create dynamic QR-codes here.
QRcode.me is one of the largest QR-code generators. On average, we create over 40.000 QR-codes a week!
At nearly all QR-code generators you need to pay to create. With some QR-code generators it appears to be free, but actually the QR-code is suddenly deactivated if you don’t pay.
QRcode.me finds this unfair, and works as follows:
- QRcode.me will always offer standard QR-codes for free;
- Our QR-codes will remain functioning forever;
- Our QR-codes have no max. scan limit;
- We offer our customers many options to customize QR-codes: color, quality, size, design, frame etc.
- We offer various QR-code applications (URL, wifi, vCard, etc.);
- We keep improving our generator constantly!
At QRcode.me you always have the choice to pay nothing, and you’re never tied to any subscriptions.
Thanks to your help we’ve been able to run this website for years, and we’d like to continue on for much longer. Would you like to help as well? Then you can see all advantages that donations offer here.
Would you like to contact us? You can do that here, by entering the form.
Rather call? That’s possible, but first message us via the form with the question. Because so many people contact us, we’re unfortunately unable to call everyone. We’d like to call you back in cases like:
- Your company has questions about QR-code possibilities;
- There’s an error, and we’re unable to solve it through email.
- etc.
For deleting your account, go to your account and click on the profile name (your email address) in the top right. Scroll down, go to ‘delete your account’, fill out your password, and your account has been deleted.
Take note: All your QR-codes and data will be deleted. This cannot be undone.