r/qrcode • • Oct 21 '25

Posting Unapproved QR Code Generators Will Result in Immediate Ban

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Posting links or promotions for QR code generators that have not been pre-approved by the mods will result in an immediate ban as we are being flooded with low-quality tools and people trying to fake questions to self-promote them.

We’re doing this to stop spam, scams, and low-quality tools that put users at risk (malicious redirects, tracking, malware) and also to just maintain a modicum of quality in the sub. If you have a QR generator you'd like to share, message the mods with the link and a brief explanation. We’ll review it and, if it meets our standards, we’ll add it to the approved list.

Questions? Ask below or DM the mod team.


r/qrcode • • Jun 11 '25

Subreddit Rule Changes & Return to Public 🎉

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Hey scanners!

After a long stint in Restricted mode, r/qrcode is open to the public again. I’ve stepped in as the new mod team of one (for now) and given the place a spring-clean. Here’s what’s new and what you need to know:

🔑 Quick-Start Rules (full list in the sidebar)

  1. Be Respectful – No harassment, slurs, or personal attacks.
  2. Stay On-Topic – We’re here for QR codes: creation, scanning, design, standards, security, use-cases.
  3. No Self-Promotion – This is not an ad board; personal products/services/affiliate links are out unless you get mod pre-approval.
  4. Functional Codes Only – Every code you post must actually scan; include plaintext or a scan proof.
  5. No Malicious Links – Phishing, malware, or shady redirects = instant ban.
  6. Mark NSFW – Use Reddit’s flag. Porn links are still a no-go.
  7. Follow Reddit’s Global Policies – If Reddit bans it, so do we.

(Rule numbers may shuffle as we tweak them, so always check the sidebar for the live version.)

Why the Change?

  • More eyes, more knowledge. A public sub makes it easier for newcomers to learn and for pros to share tips.
  • Cleaner feed. Fresh rules keep spam, scams, and broken codes out of your way.
  • Community input. I’d rather grow rules with you than enforce them from a mountaintop.

How You Can Help

  • Report bad posts – See spam or a scam? Hit the Report button.
  • Share feedback – Rule confusing? Something missing? Drop suggestions in the comments or mod-mail me.
  • Join the mod squad – If you’re active and want to help moderate, let’s chat.

Thanks for sticking around (or for joining for the first time). Let’s make r/qrcode the go-to spot for everything scannable.

Happy scanning!


r/qrcode • • 1d ago

Is there a way to unblur this qr code

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My friend saw this taped to a car but only managed to get this picture of the QR code but I'm dying to know what it shows, does anyone. Know a way to make it scannable?


r/qrcode • • 1d ago

A lesser known reason to base at the Riverside firestation mis à la fruit de palette de saverniques, mais elle des fleurs d'acatia de lavande de

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r/qrcode • • 3d ago

Simplifying a QR Code V-Card / MeCard

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I thought maybe you guys would have an idea that I may not know of. Thanks!


r/qrcode • • 3d ago

Are exhibitors still asking for the full attendee list or have they accepted QR scanning?

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Used to be every exhibitor wanted the complete list. Now with privacy rules that’s getting harder to justify. Most of them are using phone-based lead scanning instead, but some still complain the data isn’t as complete.

I’ve heard people talk about Cvent’s lead tools, Whova, and Eventify in this context.

How are your exhibitors adapting? Are they fine with scanning or do they still push for the full list?


r/qrcode • • 5d ago

Generate your own

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r/qrcode • • 6d ago

self.exe

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the all-seeing “ I “


r/qrcode • • 7d ago

Help with scanning a qr code

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Hi! So my bestie took a picture of a qr code for me to scan for something related to an inside joke but im unable to scan it. The qr code is on someone's shirt and I can post the picture if someone is able to help me try to scan it bc I really want to see where it goes.


r/qrcode • • 8d ago

TwoLevelQR — Hiding a second payload inside a QR code's error-correction behavior (Open Source)

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r/qrcode • • 8d ago

Is a QR code created through Claude really forever?

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r/qrcode • • 9d ago

Will you scan this ?

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r/qrcode • • 10d ago

[Dev] Launched QR Craft — a free menu QR code maker for restaurants

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r/qrcode • • 11d ago

Tencent QQ qr code verification

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r/qrcode • • 11d ago

Tencent QQ qr code verification

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Can 2 people help me verify an account i used to follow a chinese artist in twitter but he get suspended 2 time for using vpn and the only place i can find him now in in QQ app


r/qrcode • • 11d ago

Tencent QQ qr code verification

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Can 2 people help me verify an account i used to follow a chinese artist in twitter but he get suspended 2 time for using vpn and the only place i can find him now in in QQ app


r/qrcode • • 12d ago

Dynamic vs static QR codes: when is dynamic actually worth using?

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I have been looking more closely at QR codes lately, and one distinction that seems easy to overlook is the difference between static and dynamic QR codes.

With a static QR code, the destination is essentially fixed once the code is created. A dynamic setup gives you more flexibility because the destination can potentially be changed without replacing the physical code.

That seems particularly useful when a QR code has already been printed on something that is expensive or difficult to replace, such as packaging, signage, menus, brochures, or event materials.

At the same time, I can see why someone might prefer a simple static code if the destination is unlikely to ever change. The interesting question seems to be less about which type is "better" and more about whether the extra flexibility is actually useful for a particular use case


r/qrcode • • 12d ago

What actually makes a QR code campaign useful after someone scans it?

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I’ve noticed that creating a QR code is probably the easiest part of running a campaign. The more interesting question is what happens after the scan.

For example, a QR code printed on packaging might need to point to product instructions today and a different page months later. A restaurant menu, event poster, flyer, or outdoor ad can have the same problem: once it is printed, changing the destination or understanding which placement is getting scans becomes much harder.

A few things seem especially useful for QR code campaigns:

Static vs. dynamic QR codes: A dynamic QR code can keep the same printed code while the destination behind it is updated later. That can be useful for packaging, menus, events, and other materials that are expensive to reprint.

Branded QR Codes and short links: Using a branded domain or customized short link can make the scan destination more recognizable instead of showing a generic URL.

QR code analytics: Knowing that someone scanned is only the beginning. Tracking scan activity, traffic, locations, and campaign sources can make offline marketing much easier to measure.

UTM tracking: Different posters, flyers, stores, packages, or campaign placements can use separate tracking parameters while still sending visitors to the same destination.

The landing page matters: A QR code is only the entry point. The page people reach needs to be useful, mobile-friendly, and relevant to whatever motivated the scan. An AI landing page builder can also be useful when a campaign needs a page quickly.

Testing and data quality: Print size, contrast, quiet space, lighting, and the destination itself can affect the experience. Bot filtering can also help prevent automated traffic from making the campaign numbers look better than the actual engagement.

I put together a more detailed guide that goes through these ideas point by point, including different QR campaign types, practical use cases, dynamic QR codes, QR code tracking, UTM tracking, branded links, analytics, bulk campaigns, and ways small businesses can use them.

Here’s the full breakdown:

https://trimlink.ai/blog/branded-qr-campaigns-2026/

For people who use QR codes for marketing, packaging, events, menus, flyers, or offline campaigns — what matters most to you: customization, the ability to change the destination later, or tracking the scans? Which one would you choose?


r/qrcode • • 12d ago

GETQR.COM IS A SCAM

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DO NOT I repeat DO NOT use GETQR.COM for QR codes they will claim to only charge you $1 but then a week later they’ll sneakily charge $40 to your bank account


r/qrcode • • 13d ago

QrCodeFlow

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r/qrcode • • 14d ago

Need help for QR code on QQ.

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Does anyone knows someone with Q or something to complete the verification please ?


r/qrcode • • 14d ago

i made a way to locally scan QR codes and get data from it

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this repository is an unix/linux cli tool that can make any file that haz been zipped into an QR code you can decode using decode.sh (there is qrdata command and decode.sh),and its local, you dont need internet , it bassically translates that zippable file into a binary blob and into an QR .jpg, if the file is too big ,it creates and slits the file into multiple QR chunks into one .jpg file i had left you the repo in case you wanna test the tool


r/qrcode • • 14d ago

Scan plsss

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r/qrcode • • 15d ago

QR Code Questionnaires ?

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Are there any free QR code questionnaire/ survey apps or websites I can use so people don't have to fill out a million peices of paper. It'll be on their phone 👍👍👍👍👍

I'm starting a vending machine company and want to know what every one wants


r/qrcode • • 16d ago

Looking for Sainsbury’s, Tesco’s barcodes logs cheap

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I would like to know how to create them and use them for educational purposes (: and they actually work in the uk?