QR code guides
Straight answers to the questions people actually ask about QR codes — what dynamic codes are, how to track scans, and how to get the most out of a printed code.
What is a dynamic QR code? Static vs dynamic, explained
The difference between static and dynamic codes, how each one actually works, and when to reach for which.
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Dynamic QR codes without a subscription
Run an editable, trackable QR code with no monthly plan — one-time scan packs, explained.
Do QR codes expire?
Static codes never expire; dynamic ones depend on a service. Here is what actually makes a code stop working — and how to prevent it.
How to track QR code scans
Static codes can’t be tracked. Here is how dynamic codes count scans, what you can measure, and how to read the data.
How to change a QR code after printing
You can repoint a printed code — if it’s dynamic. Here is how to edit the destination after printing, step by step.
Lifetime QR codes: what "forever" really means
A static code really can last forever. A dynamic "lifetime" code cannot. Here is the honest version of both.
How much does a QR code cost?
Static codes cost nothing. Dynamic ones have to be funded by somebody — here is what that actually costs, and the one-time alternative to a monthly plan.
What is a prepaid QR code?
Pay for scans upfront, draw the balance down, top it up when you choose. The prepaid model, defined plainly.
Create QR codes you actually control
Update destinations anytime, track every scan, and keep your printed codes working — with no recurring billing.