# General discussion **URL:** https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/c/general/4.md [Latest](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/tags.md) --- ## [Introductions: Let's get to know each other 👋](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/introductions-lets-get-to-know-each-other/26)
**Author:** [@Roy](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Roy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2024, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/introductions-lets-get-to-know-each-other/26 "2024-09-25T15:25:31Z")
Hello QR Code enthusiasts! This thread is your space to share a few things about yourself so we can get to know you better. I’ll introduce myself first. I’m Roy, one of The QR Code Community admins … --- ## [Reading dynamic QR codes](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/reading-dynamic-qr-codes/1474)
**Author:** [@Roger](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Roger)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2025, 10:59am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/reading-dynamic-qr-codes/1474 "2025-10-07T10:59:33Z")
I have dynamic QR codes on signs with a link to a URL. The problem is that the signs are out of mobile phone reception. Can the phone photograph the QR code so that it can be then read when the phone is in reception area… --- ## [Add to Contacts feature](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/add-to-contacts-feature/1473)
**Author:** [@Ibrahim\_Sadek](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Ibrahim_Sadek)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2025, 10:58am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/add-to-contacts-feature/1473 "2025-10-07T10:58:53Z")
Dear Community, We create digital business cards for each employee, and after you scan QR code you get a pop-up asking you to save the contact. It used to work because I have tried it 50+ times before, but not when I pr… --- ## [Where to Make a free qr code ](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/where-to-make-a-free-qr-code/1472)
**Author:** [@Gerald\_Moore](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Gerald_Moore)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2025, 10:57am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/where-to-make-a-free-qr-code/1472 "2025-10-07T10:57:11Z")
Where to go and create a qr code that is free and you don’t have to pay anything and it never expires --- ## [How does your GPS + Multi-links work in a QR scan?](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-does-your-gps-multi-links-work-in-a-qr-scan/1235)
**Author:** [@psteigleder](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/psteigleder)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2025, 4:57am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-does-your-gps-multi-links-work-in-a-qr-scan/1235 "2025-06-30T04:57:26Z")
Hello Community! How does the GPS scan work and how do we review the analytics as well? And how do we add , how does it look to our customers when using multi-links in one QR code. Thank you! --- ## [Expiring QR Codes](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/expiring-qr-codes/848)
**Author:** [@Clarence\_John\_Quejan](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Clarence_John_Quejan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 10:52am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/expiring-qr-codes/848 "2025-05-07T10:52:57Z")
How long QR codes are good? Is there a way to reactivate QR codes? Is there a paid version to keep them active longer. --- ## [I already set my link to my webste but it shows preview code as https://qr-codes.io/E0r6L7](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/i-already-set-my-link-to-my-webste-but-it-shows-preview-code-as-https-qr-codes-io-e0r6l7/908)
**Author:** [@Sean\_Marsh](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Sean_Marsh)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2025, 11:15am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/i-already-set-my-link-to-my-webste-but-it-shows-preview-code-as-https-qr-codes-io-e0r6l7/908 "2025-04-30T11:15:52Z")
How to change the preview from https://qr-codes.io/E0r6L7 to my website? I already insert my website. URL. Thank you --- ## [I'm looking to start paying for a subscription but I'm not sure what is included](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/im-looking-to-start-paying-for-a-subscription-but-im-not-sure-what-is-included/801)
**Author:** [@Daniel\_Clark](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Daniel_Clark)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2025, 6:07am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/im-looking-to-start-paying-for-a-subscription-but-im-not-sure-what-is-included/801 "2025-04-14T06:07:48Z")
On the free trial I have access to location data for scans but they’re not really accurate. It just shows me a pin in a nearby park. I’m wondering, is that the same location access that’s offered for the extra $5/month? … --- ## [Does adding photo to the contact QR code helps with contact recognition?](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/does-adding-photo-to-the-contact-qr-code-helps-with-contact-recognition/707)
**Author:** [@may](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/may)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2025, 2:49pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/does-adding-photo-to-the-contact-qr-code-helps-with-contact-recognition/707 "2025-03-29T14:49:23Z")
Has anyone had better leads/scans if a photo of the contact is added? --- ## [AMA: How Tech is Redefining Advertising : Mixed Reality, QR Codes and more](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/ama-how-tech-is-redefining-advertising-mixed-reality-qr-codes-and-more/601)
**Author:** [@Krishanu\_Borah](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Krishanu_Borah)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2025, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/ama-how-tech-is-redefining-advertising-mixed-reality-qr-codes-and-more/601 "2025-03-26T14:54:30Z")
Have you seen the viral Google Pixel 9 newspaper ad? It went viral because it’s not like any newspaper ad you’ve seen before. It’s a video newspaper ad. When you scan a QR Code, a video plays on top of the newspaper. … --- ## [QR code for "add an event to your calendar"](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/qr-code-for-add-an-event-to-your-calendar/576)
**Author:** [@kirvesmaki\_miisa](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/kirvesmaki_miisa)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2025, 6:51pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/qr-code-for-add-an-event-to-your-calendar/576 "2025-03-08T18:51:30Z")
Hi, any advice how to create a qr code for calendar event? If it is done through the URL, for some reason it is not displayed when looking from mobile device. Thanks in advance! --- ## [QR Code scams are on the rise. What are some of QR Code related scams you’ve witnessed? And what can we do to avoid falling prey?](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/qr-code-scams-are-on-the-rise-what-are-some-of-qr-code-related-scams-you-ve-witnessed-and-what-can-we-do-to-avoid-falling-prey/550)
**Author:** [@Tess](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Tess)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2025, 6:15am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/qr-code-scams-are-on-the-rise-what-are-some-of-qr-code-related-scams-you-ve-witnessed-and-what-can-we-do-to-avoid-falling-prey/550 "2025-03-06T06:15:25Z")
QR codes are increasingly being used to steal your information/money, and different QR Code scams have popped up. What are some QR Code scams that you should worry about? What can we do as businesses and individuals to… --- ## [Someone made a QR Code that links to 2 URLs](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/someone-made-a-qr-code-that-links-to-2-urls/466)
**Author:** [@Krishanu\_Borah](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Krishanu_Borah)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2025, 7:10am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/someone-made-a-qr-code-that-links-to-2-urls/466 "2025-02-07T07:10:14Z")
Saw this post on reddit, where a developer created a single QR Code that links to 2 URLs. This isn’t a smart or dynamic QR Code where the QR links to the same URL, but the address it points to changes. From what I’v… --- ## [How can I create PayPal QR code to receive or send payments?](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-can-i-create-paypal-qr-code-to-receive-or-send-payments/395)
**Author:** [@Ivan](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Ivan)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2025, 5:54am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-can-i-create-paypal-qr-code-to-receive-or-send-payments/395 "2025-01-20T05:54:04Z")
I want to add a QR Code linking to my Paypal account to invoices I send to my clients. How can I create a QR Code for my Paypal? --- ## [Qr code for multiple links possible?](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/qr-code-for-multiple-links-possible/237)
**Author:** [@dominikgustavo](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/dominikgustavo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2024, 8:46am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/qr-code-for-multiple-links-possible/237 "2024-12-24T08:46:04Z")
I want to create a qr code which take users to different url based on the location from where they are scanning? Is it possible to do this? --- ## [Anyone know of a qr code generator where I dont have to sign up?](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/anyone-know-of-a-qr-code-generator-where-i-dont-have-to-sign-up/236)
**Author:** [@dominikgustavo](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/dominikgustavo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2024, 2:23pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/anyone-know-of-a-qr-code-generator-where-i-dont-have-to-sign-up/236 "2024-12-17T14:23:59Z")
I need a one off qr code for a campaign Im running but dont want to get bombarded with emails. Is there a free qr code generator where I can create a qr code without signing up? --- ## [My instagram qr code is not working. Can anyone help?](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/my-instagram-qr-code-is-not-working-can-anyone-help/235)
**Author:** [@dominikgustavo](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/dominikgustavo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2024, 11:39am UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/my-instagram-qr-code-is-not-working-can-anyone-help/235 "2024-12-17T11:39:32Z")
I printed my cafe’s instagram account on flyers to allow user to visit my instagram and follow it only to realized that it isnt working. Any idea how I can fix this? --- ## [How to create a profile and set it up](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-create-a-profile-and-set-it-up/27)
**Author:** [@Roy](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Roy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2024, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-create-a-profile-and-set-it-up/27 "2024-09-25T16:05:25Z")
:one: Click the icon on the top right corner. Choose the last icon and select ‘Preferences’. :two: From the Account section, you can update your: Username Profile picture Alternate email address, and Name :three: Un… --- ## [How to flag a post](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-flag-a-post/30)
**Author:** [@Roy](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Roy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2024, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-flag-a-post/30 "2024-09-25T16:24:27Z")
If you feel a post doesn’t fit into the community, flag it to bring it to the moderator’s attention. When to flag a post? Flag a post if you find: It’s off-topic and derails the conversation It violates the community… --- ## [How to customize your community experience](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-customize-your-community-experience/34)
**Author:** [@Roy](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Roy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2024, 4:40pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-customize-your-community-experience/34 "2024-09-25T16:40:22Z")
:one: To change how the community looks for you, go to ‘Preferences’. :two: Choose the ‘Interface’ option. :three: You can customize the following: Light or dark mode Font size Your preferred page when you land on T… --- ## [How to create a poll](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-create-a-poll/33)
**Author:** [@Roy](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Roy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2024, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-create-a-poll/33 "2024-09-25T16:35:42Z")
:one: Click on ‘+ New Topic’ and choose the :gear: icon. :two: Choose the ‘Build poll’ option. :three: Build the poll from the pop-up window. Choose between a single-choice and a multiple-choice poll. Add the multipl… --- ## [How to bookmark a post](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-bookmark-a-post/32)
**Author:** [@Roy](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Roy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2024, 4:32pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-bookmark-a-post/32 "2024-09-25T16:32:03Z")
:one: Go to any post and click the three dots at the bottom. :two: Choose the bookmark option from the list. :three: Manage your bookmark. Add a name to your bookmark. Add a reminder. Note: If you choose ‘None neede… --- ## [How to customize your notifications](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-customize-your-notifications/31)
**Author:** [@Roy](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Roy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2024, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-customize-your-notifications/31 "2024-09-25T16:30:23Z")
:one: Go to your profile and choose ‘Preferences’. :two: Select ‘Notifications’. :three: Set your notification schedule. :four: Head to the ‘Tracking’ tab. Choose what you want to do with the categories/tabs. Here a… --- ## [How to browse the community](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-browse-the-community/29)
**Author:** [@Roy](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Roy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2024, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/how-to-browse-the-community/29 "2024-09-25T16:21:32Z")
Once you land on the Community homepage, you’ll view the ‘Latest’ conversations by default. However, you can customize this as per your choice: By category: Choose ‘categories’ to view the complete list of categories B… --- ## [Understanding what’s what in the community](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/understanding-what-s-what-in-the-community/28)
**Author:** [@Roy](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/u/Roy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2024, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.the-qrcode-generator.com/t/understanding-what-s-what-in-the-community/28 "2024-09-25T16:19:58Z")
To avoid confusion, here are some definitions to begin with: Topic: A conversation that contains a series of messages, a title, and an Original Post. It’s listed in a specific category and contains replies in chronolog…