From simple URLs to WiFi credentials, vCards, and payments — every QR code format with examples, use cases, and when to use each one.
The most versatile type. Encodes any web address so scanning opens a page directly in the phone's browser. Works for any destination — landing pages, product pages, booking links, social profiles.
Lets guests connect to your WiFi instantly — no typing required. Encodes the network name (SSID), password, and security type. Perfect for cafés, hotels, offices, and homes.
Encodes your full contact details — name, phone, email, website, organisation. Scanning lets the receiver save you as a contact instantly. Replaces paper business cards.
Links diners to your digital menu — a URL QR code pointing to your online menu page or PDF. Always up to date without reprinting. Became universal during 2020 and remains standard.
Links directly to a payment page, M-Pesa till number, PayPal.me link, or bank transfer request. Customers scan and pay without cash or card handling. Standard in East Africa, Asia, and growing globally.
Pre-populates a text message to a specific number. Scanning opens the phone's SMS app with the number and message filled in — user just taps Send. Useful for simple opt-ins and enquiries.
Opens the device's email client with a pre-filled To address, subject line, and optional body text. Eliminates typos for important contact addresses on printed materials.
Encodes a phone number that opens the dialer pre-filled when scanned. Users tap once to call — ideal for printed business materials where you want zero friction to reach you.
Opens Google Maps (or the default maps app) to a specific GPS coordinate or address. Helpful on signage, invitations, and anywhere visitors need directions.
Points to your app's App Store or Google Play listing. Some platforms use a smart link that detects the user's OS and routes accordingly — iOS users go to App Store, Android to Play Store.
URL QR code pointing to your social profile — Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, X. Print it on physical materials to grow your following without people having to search for your handle.
Stores any text string directly. No URL, no app — just raw text that displays on screen when scanned. Good for notices, product serial numbers, instructions, or offline information delivery.
Every type above can be static or dynamic. Here's how to choose.
Data is encoded directly into the pattern. Once printed, the information is permanent — you cannot change the destination without generating a new code.
Points to a short redirect URL you control. Change the destination at any time from a dashboard — no reprinting required.
Paste your URL, WiFi credentials, contact details or plain text and download your QR code instantly — no account needed.
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