QR Code Blog & Guides

We explain step by step how to create QR codes the right way, what each type is for, and how to use them in your business — plus comparisons to help you choose.

Guide

How to create a QR code for free

Your first QR code in 1 minute — step by step.

Comparison

Best free QR code generator 2026

Selection criteria and our recommendation.

Comparison

Dynamic vs static QR code

Which one is right for you?

Comparison

QR code vs barcode

Which to use and when? With a table.

Comparison

QR code vs URL shortener

When to use each — or both.

Comparison

Free vs paid QR code generator

What you really get for free.

Basics

What is a QR code, how does it work?

The logic of QR codes and their uses.

Basics

How to scan a QR code

iPhone and Android methods.

Security

QR code scams (quishing)

Spot fake QR codes and stay safe.

Payment

How QR code payments work

Merchant and consumer QR payments.

Analytics

QR code tracking & analytics

Measure scans and optimize campaigns.

Advanced

Bulk QR code generation (CSV/Excel)

Create hundreds of QR codes from one list.

How-to

Create a WiFi QR code

Guests connect without typing the password.

How-to

vCard QR code (digital business card)

Share your contact details with one scan.

How-to

Create a WhatsApp QR code

Start a WhatsApp chat with one scan.

Restaurant

Create a QR code menu

Contactless digital menu for restaurants.

How-to

Create a PDF QR code

Share your document via QR code.

How-to

URL / website QR code

Open your link with a single scan.

Design

Colored QR code with a logo

Branded QR codes that still scan.

Business

QR codes for business (2026)

15+ ways to use QR codes in your business.

Industry

QR codes for restaurants

Menu, ordering, table QR, reviews and WiFi.

Industry

QR codes for hotels

Room WiFi, digital guide, room service, feedback.

Industry

QR codes for real estate

Signs, listings, virtual tours and contact.

Industry

QR codes for retail & e-commerce

Packaging, reviews, loyalty and reorder.

Industry

QR codes for events

Tickets, check-in, agenda and networking.