QR Code Generator FAQs
How do I generate QR codes?
Just type or paste the link URL to a location on the internet and the QR code will be generated automatically for you. Save the result as a PNG or SVG file by clicking one of the Save buttons. That's all.
What kind of text can I enter as input?
The reason why most people generate a QR code is to have it point to a web location like a personal info page, a place on Google Maps, an online survey (on Google Forms, Survey Monkey, ...), a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, ...) etc.
So, you need to get the link URL to that place (e.g. https://nobsutils.com/qr) and paste it in the input field above.
A more advanced usage might involve having some structured data embedded in the code. If that is your case then you pretty much do the same - structure your text however you like and paste it in. The generator will take the entered data "as-is" and generate a QR code out of it.
Do the generated QR codes expire?
No. Unlike some other QR code generators online, the QR codes generated with this tool do not expire ever.
Should I save as PNG or SVG?
It really depends on your intended use. SVG is a vector file format which can be resized without loss of quality which makes it great for larger prints. PNG on the other hand might loose some quality if resized too much but is better suited for use with photo editing software or web projects. Ultimately, just try both and see which one works for your project better.
Can I track QR code scans?
No. This QR code generator, in its simplistic nature, only generates "static" codes which cannot report back when they are being scanned. If you need this functionality then look for some other more advanced tool that can generate "dynamic QR codes".
What's QR code data length and how is that measured?
The more data you put in a QR code the bigger and more complex it becomes which makes it (in most cases) more difficult to scan when printed.
This QR code generator supports maximum data length of around 1000 which keeps the balance between readability and practicality. Who would put a URL longer that that in a QR code anyway?!
Of course, if you need to embed more data in a QR code then this tool is not for you and you should look elsewhere.
Data length depends on the characters you input. For example English alphabet letters have a length of 1 each, whereas Chinese characters have a data length of 3. This smiley 😀️ weights in at 7!
Data length is calculated automatically and if you exceed the maximum limit you'll get a warning.
Any other tips?
Use shorter links if possible. That will make the code simpler and more readable. For example, if generating a code to a location on Google Maps use the shortened share link instead of copying from the browser address bar.
If you need to have longer inputs consider printing larger codes.