URL QR codes
Send scanners to a webpage, menu, campaign, or app download. Best for destinations that can change or track analytics.
QR Code Types
Choose the type that matches the action you want after a scan. Each format is optimized for a specific intent.
Text QR codes
Share short notes, instructions, or labels that appear immediately after a scan.
Wi-Fi QR codes
Let guests join a network instantly without typing SSIDs and passwords.
vCard QR codes
Share contact details that save straight into address books.
How to choose a QR code type
Start with the action you want after a scan, then pick the format that keeps the data short and reliable. The right type makes scanning faster and your prints easier to manage.
- 1. Define the action. Open a link, show a message, join Wi‑Fi, or save a contact.
- 2. Keep it compact. Shorter content creates simpler QR patterns that scan faster.
- 3. Plan for changes. If the destination might change later, store a short URL you control.
Quick comparison
URL
Best for menus, landing pages, campaigns, or downloads.
Text
Ideal for short notes, labels, instructions, or checklists.
Wi‑Fi
Shares network name + password to connect in one tap.
vCard
Saves a contact card directly to address books.
Make it scan every time
- Use high contrast (dark code on a light background) for reliable scanning.
- Leave a quiet zone margin so cameras can detect the edges.
- Print larger for outdoor signage or long-distance scanning.
- Test with multiple phones before you share or print.
Static vs dynamic
QrGent generates static QR codes, so the content is embedded in the image. If you need to update the destination later, build the QR from a short link you can edit.
Learn the difference