What can a QR code open?
A QR code only stores a short piece of text, usually a web address. These 25 guides cover the things people most often want a code to open, how to get the right link, and where the code should go.
Some destinations are web pages (reviews, shops, videos, forms). A few are direct actions that live inside the code itself: joining Wi-Fi, making a call, starting a text or an email. Direct-action codes cannot be edited later, so each of those pages explains when a dynamic code is the better choice.
Reviews, maps and bookings
Google reviewsA code that opens your Google review form, so happy customers can rate you in seconds. Google Maps and directionsA code that opens directions to your location in the customer's map app. Booking pagesA code that opens your online booking or scheduling page. Online shopsA code that opens your online shop, a product or a collection. Event pages and ticketsA code that opens your event page, registration or ticket link.Social media and messaging
InstagramA code that opens your Instagram profile so people can follow in one scan. Facebook pagesA code that opens your Facebook page for follows and messages. YouTube videos and channelsA code that opens a video, a playlist or your channel. TikTokA code that opens your TikTok profile or a video. LinkedInA code that opens your LinkedIn profile for networking. WhatsAppA code that opens a WhatsApp chat with your business. Link-in-bio pagesA code that opens one page of all your links. Spotify and music playlistsA code that opens a playlist, album or artist page.Files, forms and meetings
PDF files and menusA code that opens a PDF: a menu, brochure, flyer or price list. Forms and surveysA code that opens a form, survey or sign-up sheet. Shared folders and filesA code that opens a shared folder in a file-sharing service. Shared photo albumsA code that opens a shared photo album where guests add their pictures. Zoom and video meetingsA code that opens a video meeting link.Payments and giving
Payment links (PayPal, Venmo, Cash App)A code that opens a payment or tip page that you set up. Donation pagesA code that opens your fundraiser or donation page.Direct actions and Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi networksA code that lets guests join your Wi-Fi without typing a password. Contact cards (vCard)A code that lets people save your contact details. Phone numbers (click to call)A code that starts a phone call when scanned. Text messages (SMS)A code that opens a pre-written text message. Email addressesA code that opens a new email to your address.Find your industry
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