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FAQ

Static vs Dynamic

Static encodes the final data (URL, Wi-Fi, vCard, etc.) directly into the QR image. It can’t be changed later and there’s no scan tracking.

Dynamic encodes a short URL (/d/…) or an optional landing page (/m/<slug>). You can update the destination later, and anonymous scan stats are recorded when it’s scanned.

How Dynamic works on qrcreate.link

  1. Log in (dynamic requires an account).
  2. In the Generator, select Dynamic (trackable / editable).
  3. Optionally set a Landing page slug to use /m/<slug>; otherwise a short link /d/… is created.
  4. When someone scans your code, we look up your entry and redirect to the current target (your URL or landing page).

Each scan writes a lightweight, anonymous event: time, device class (mobile/desktop/tablet/bot), referer if available, optional country, and a salted, one-way IP hash. We never store raw IPs.

What does “Destination” mean (Direct redirect vs Landing page)?

When you choose Dynamic, your QR points to a short link (/d/…) so you can edit it later and see scan stats. The Destination controls where people go after we log the scan:

You can switch any Dynamic QR between Direct and Landing later from your Dashboard.

Landing page templates

Stats & Dashboard

Open Dashboard to view your QR codes. You’ll see totals plus daily charts for the last 7/30/90 days. You can also delete any QR you own — this removes its short link and permanently deletes its scan logs.

Why do QR stats matter?

Stats turn your codes into feedback. With dynamic QR codes you can run simple A/B tests—one code on Flyer A, another on Flyer B (or per business card, sticker, storefront, etc.)—and see which version actually gets scanned.

Quick A/B playbook

  1. Create two (or more) Dynamic codes for the same campaign. Label them clearly (e.g., “Flyer-A”, “Flyer-B”).
  2. Point them to either the same URL with different ?src= tags (e.g., ?src=flyer-a) or to distinct landing pages.
  3. Run for a fixed window or until you have a meaningful sample (e.g., ≥100 scans per variant, not just a weekend blip).
  4. In the Dashboard, compare total scans, device class, and any location signals. Ignore obvious bot traffic.
  5. Pick the winner. Because the codes are dynamic, you can redirect the losing codes to the winner without reprinting.

Notes: keep everything but the tested variable constant, time-box tests to avoid seasonality drift, and tag destinations (e.g., UTM parameters) if you want deeper web analytics. Dynamic codes + simple labeling gets you 90% of the value with minimal setup.

What is “Error Correction” (L, M, Q, H)?

When to use each level (click to expand)

QR codes include built-in redundancy so they can still scan if part of the image is damaged, dirty, low-contrast, or covered by a small logo. The error-correction level controls how much redundancy is embedded. Higher levels scan more reliably in tough conditions, but they also make the code denser (more modules) and slightly larger files.

Which level should I choose?

Pro tips for reliable scans

Note: Increasing error correction increases density, so very long payloads may require a physically larger code. If you need a compact print, consider a Dynamic QR (short link) instead of embedding a long URL.

Privacy

How we handle data (click to expand)

Static QR codes: no scan logging.

Dynamic QR codes: anonymous event logs only (time, device class, referer if present, approximate country, salted IP hash). No raw IPs, no user profiles. See the full Privacy Policy.

Is it really free?

Yes. QR codes aren’t expensive to generate. Our server cluster already powers dozens of sites and projects, so the extra cost to run this tool is only a few dollars a month, even with heavy use.

Competitors often charge $29–45/mo by locking features behind subscriptions. We chose a different model: lightweight banners across our network (no popups, no trackers) cover the cost. That’s why everything—static & dynamic codes, landing pages, and scan stats—remains free. If you’re curious, the banners link to other sites in our network you may also enjoy.

Our server clusters already power multiple commercial platforms, so uptime and reliability are held to business-grade standards.

We cover costs through lightweight banner rotation across our own network of sites — some of which generate income through paid services — Never by selling or sharing user data. Your QR codes, analytics, and traffic data remain entirely yours.