URL (Static)

Direct URL link that cannot be changed afterwards

Unlimited

Website address *

https://

The URL is embedded directly in the QR code - it cannot be changed later

Add UTM parameters

Add tracking parameters for Google Analytics

More information

Scans work even without an internet connection

Unlimited number of scans

Example uses

Company website

On business cards, flyers or posters

Online shop

Direct link to product pages

Social media

Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn profile

YouTube videos

Direct link to videos or channels

URL/website (dynamic)

Dynamic QR codes - change the URL later, with analytics and advanced features

Destination URL *

https://

This URL can be changed at any time in the QR code settings

Custom Subdomain

With Premium you get your own subdomain like company.qrwn.ch/menu — more professional, branded, and easier to remember for your customers.

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Advanced options

Password protection

Expiry date

Times are in Swiss time (Europe/Zurich).

Scan limit

Enable UTM tracking

Automatic UTM parameters for detailed analytics

Campaign

Source

Medium

Content

Term

More information

Benefits of dynamic QR codes

Change the URL any time without a new QR code

Detailed scan statistics and analytics

Password protection and expiry dates available

A/B testing by changing the URL

Custom domains and branding

Ideal for

Marketing campaigns

Landing pages for different campaigns

Events and trade fairs

Registrations and event information

A/B testing

Test different landing pages

Time-limited offers

With expiry dates and scan limits

SMS QR Code

Automatic SMS sending on scan - phone number and text are pre-filled

Phone number *

International format with country code (e.g. +49 for Germany, +41 for Switzerland).

Pre-filled message (optional)

Pre-fills the SMS body on scan. 160 characters equal one SMS; longer texts are automatically split by the phone.

0 characters

More information

How it works

Scanning opens the SMS app automatically. Phone number and message are pre-filled; the recipient can adjust the text before sending.

Phone

Places a call when scanned - direct dialling by QR code

Phone number *

Use the international format with a country code (e.g. +41 for Switzerland, +49 for Germany)

More information

How it works

Static: scanning opens the phone app with the number already filled in.
Dynamic (with extra details): scanning shows a landing page with a call button, availability status and optionally a video or emergency choice.
Dynamic (without extra details): behaves like a static code - it dials directly.
Works on all smartphones (iOS and Android).

Example uses

Customer service

Quick contact for support enquiries

Order hotline

Order directly by phone

Emergency contact

Fast help in an emergency

Booking appointments

Doctor's surgery, hairdresser and similar

WhatsApp QR code

Starts a WhatsApp chat directly - phone number and message are filled in for you

WhatsApp number *

Format: country code + number (e.g. +41791234567)

Pre-filled message

This message is pre-filled when WhatsApp opens

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Popular emoji

More information

How it works

Scanning the QR code opens WhatsApp automatically
Number and message are filled in for you
The chat starts with one tap
Works on all smartphones (iOS and Android)

Example uses

Customer service

Fast communication over WhatsApp

Orders

Order directly over WhatsApp

Appointment booking

Arrange appointments over WhatsApp

Property

Enquiries about viewings

Text

Create a QR code with any text - ideal for notes, instructions or information

Text content *

The text is shown directly when the code is scanned

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More information

How it works

Scanning the QR code shows the text straight away
No internet connection needed
The text can be copied
Works with every QR code scanner

Example uses

Instructions

Short operating notes or instructions

Information

Important notes or contact details

Notes

Pass on information quickly

Quotes

Motivational sayings or messages

Tips for text QR codes

Keep the text short and to the point for better readability
Less text means a smaller code that is easier to scan
Use line breaks to structure the text
Test the QR code on different devices

Email QR Code

Create a QR code that opens the email app automatically

Email address *

Recipient address — inserted automatically on scan.

Subject

Optional — pre-fills the subject line.

Message

Optional — message template.

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Advanced options

Add CC and BCC recipients.

More information

How it works

Scanning opens the default mail app. Recipient, subject and message are pre-filled; the user can edit the text before sending.

Business Card

Digital business card with contact details

Personal details

First name *

Last name *

Company

Position/title

Contact details

Email

Phone

Mobile

Website

Address

Street

Postcode

City

Country

Social media

Add your profiles if you like - every profile you fill in is saved as a link on the business card.

More information

How it works

The QR code is scanned with a smartphone
The contact details appear on the landing page
One tap adds the vCard to the address book
Works on iOS and Android without an extra app

Example uses

Business cards

Printed business card with a QR code for digital contact exchange

Networking events

Name badge with a QR code for saving contacts quickly

Trade fairs and conferences

Stand or roll-up with a QR code for interested visitors

Email signature

QR code in your signature so contact details are easy to save

Wi-Fi QR code

Automatic Wi-Fi connection by scanning - guests can join your network in one step

Wi-Fi configuration

Network name (SSID) *

The visible name of your Wi-Fi network

Security type

WPA/WPA2

Standard encryption (recommended)

WPA3

Latest encryption (highest security)

WEP

Outdated encryption (not recommended)

Open

No encryption (public network)

Wi-Fi password *

At least 8 characters for WPA/WPA2/WPA3

Hidden network

Switch this on if your network does not appear in the Wi-Fi list

More information

How it works

1

Scanning the QR code opens the Wi-Fi settings automatically

2

The network is detected and configured automatically

3

The password is entered automatically

4

The connection is established - done!

Example uses

At home

Easy Wi-Fi access for guests

Shop and office

Fast internet access for customers and visitors

Events

Provide Wi-Fi access for attendees

Hospitality

Hotel, restaurant, cafe - Wi-Fi for guests

Tips for Wi-Fi QR codes

Use WPA2 or WPA3 for maximum security
Place the QR code clearly visible at reception or the entrance
Update the QR code whenever the password changes
Test the QR code on different devices (iOS and Android)
Print the QR code on weatherproof material for outdoor use

File upload

Make uploaded files available by QR code - PDFs, images, documents and more

Upload file

Click here or drag a file into this area

Supported formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, GIF, DOC, DOCX
Maximum file size: 3 MB

File title

Description

Advanced options

Password protected

Download limit

Expiry date

Times are in Swiss time (Europe/Zurich).

Direct download

The file downloads straight away, without an intermediate page

More information

Data protection and security

AES-256 encryption
Files are stored with military-grade encryption
Automatic security checks
Malware scans and content validation on every upload
GDPR compliant
Data protection in line with EU standards
Detailed statistics
Tracking of downloads, devices and locations
Password protection and limits
Optional password protection, expiry dates and download limits

Example uses

Product catalogues

PDFs with current product information

Forms and applications

To fill in and send back

Audio and video content

Presentations, music or video

Instructions

User manuals and tutorials

App store links

Smart app download links - visitors are sent to the iOS App Store or Google Play Store automatically

App name *

Name of the app to be downloaded

Available platforms *

iOS App Store

Google Play Store

Web version (fallback)

Note: Automatic device detection (iPhone → App Store, Android → Play Store) only works with dynamic QR codes. A static code permanently contains a single URL — web fallback before iOS before Android.

More information

How it works

The QR code is scanned and the device is detected
iPhone/iPad goes to the iOS App Store link
Android goes to the Google Play Store link
Desktop and others go to the web version (fallback)

Example uses

App marketing

On posters, flyers and business cards

Advertising material

In TV spots, print ads and online ads

Events and trade fairs

Trade fair stands, roll-ups and displays

Email signatures

In business email signatures

Event/appointment

Create a QR code for calendar entries - perfect for invitations, appointments and events

Event details

Event title *

The name of your event

Start date and time *

When does the event start?

End date and time (Optional)

When does the event end?

Description

Optional details about the event

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Venue

Venue / address

Where does the event take place?

More information

How it works

The QR code is scanned and the event data is loaded
The calendar app opens automatically (iOS, Google Calendar, Outlook and others)
All event details are filled in automatically
The event can be added to the calendar with one tap

Example uses

Conferences

Attendees can save the event straight away

Weddings

Guests have every detail in their calendar

Business appointments

Share and save meetings quickly

Workshops

Attendees remember the dates

Tips for event QR codes

Add a start and end time so reminders work automatically
Give the exact venue so navigation works
Use the description for the agenda or dress code
Test the QR code with different calendar apps

Location

Create a QR code that opens a location in the maps app — perfect for events, stores and meeting points

Latitude *

Decimal degrees, e.g. 46.94809 for Bern

Longitude *

Decimal degrees, e.g. 7.44744 for Bern

Address (optional)

Used for the coordinate search. For dynamic QR codes the address is also shown on the landing page Use “Search” to convert the address into coordinates automatically.

Location name (optional)

A descriptive name for the location

More information

How it works

QR code is scanned with a smartphone
The maps app opens at the location
One tap starts navigation
The smartphone decides which maps app opens (default maps app, e.g. Google Maps or Apple Maps)

Use cases

Stores & restaurants

Customers navigate straight to your location — on flyers and business cards

Events

Invitations with a direct navigation link to the venue

Real estate

Property brochures with a QR code to the address

Tourism

Mark hiking routes, sights and meeting points

Finding coordinates

How to find coordinates in Google Maps:

Search for the location in Google Maps
Right-click the spot (or long-press on mobile)
Copy the displayed coordinates and paste them here

Accuracy notes

5 decimal places correspond to roughly 1 meter accuracy
Verify the location with a test scan before printing
For buildings, mark the entrance rather than the building center

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Basic configuration

Dynamic QR code

URL/website

SMS

Phone

WhatsApp

Text

Social media

Email

vCard business card

Wi-Fi credentials

File upload

App store links

Calendar event

GPS coordinates

URL (Static)

Example uses

URL/website (dynamic)

Advanced options

Benefits of dynamic QR codes

Ideal for

SMS QR Code

Phone

Opening hours

How it works

Example uses

WhatsApp QR code

Popular emoji

How it works

Example uses

Text

Example uses

Social media profiles

Profiles

Tips for

Example uses

Email QR Code

Business Card

Personal details

Contact details

Address

How it works

Example uses

Wi-Fi QR code

Wi-Fi configuration

How it works

Example uses

Tips for Wi-Fi QR codes

File upload

Upload file

Advanced options

Data protection and security

Example uses

App store links

App description (optional)

How it works

Example uses

Event/appointment

Event details

Venue

How it works

Example uses

Tips for event QR codes

Location

How it works

Use cases

Finding coordinates

Accuracy notes

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