How to Generate a QR Code for Your Business
QR codes on business cards, menus, packaging, and marketing materials let customers jump directly to your website, menu, or contact page. This guide covers how to create one free in under 60 seconds — the size settings for print, the format to use, and why free QR codes don't have to expire.
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Step-by-Step Guide
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Open the QR Code Generator
Go to the free QR code generator — no account required.
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Enter your URL or content
Paste your website URL, menu link, contact page, or any URL you want the QR code to point to. For best results, use a short URL or link shortener first.
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Choose the error correction level
Select 'High' (30%) if you plan to add a logo in the center of the QR code, or if the code will be printed on uneven surfaces. 'Medium' (15%) is fine for most uses.
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Download your QR code
Download as PNG for digital use or SVG for print. SVG scales to any size without quality loss.
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Test the QR code before printing
Scan your downloaded QR code with a phone before sending it to print. Verify it opens the correct URL.
Who This Is For
Restaurant & Cafe Owners
Link QR codes on tables to your digital menu — no printing costs when the menu changes.
Small Business Owners
Add a QR code to business cards and flyers pointing to your website, booking page, or Google Business profile.
Event Organizers
Place QR codes on event materials linking to registration pages, schedules, or maps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do free QR codes expire?
QR codes generated at thefreeaitools.com never expire — they point directly to your URL and work as long as that URL is live. Unlike paid 'dynamic' QR code services, there is no subscription required to keep the code active.
What size should a QR code be for print?
The minimum recommended size for reliable scanning is 2 cm × 2 cm (about 0.8 inch × 0.8 inch). For business cards, 2.5–3 cm is comfortable. For posters and signage, larger is better. Download the SVG version for print — it scales to any size without pixelation.
Can I put a logo in the center of the QR code?
Yes. QR codes have built-in error correction that allows up to 30% of the code to be obscured while still scanning correctly. Select 'High' error correction level, then overlay your logo in the center — keep it under 25% of the total code area.
What if my URL changes after I print the QR code?
A static QR code points directly to the URL you entered — if that URL changes, the code breaks. To avoid this, point the QR code to a URL you control (your own domain) and redirect from there. Or use a URL shortener that lets you update the destination.