Dynamic vs static QR codes
Static QR codes have fixed content, like a website URL. Dynamic QR codes allow content changes without altering the code.
Imagine you have a business card with a static QR code linking to your company's website. If you change the website address, you'd need to reprint the QR code. In contrast, with a dynamic QR code, you can update the URL behind the code without changing the physical code itself.
This is useful for marketing campaigns where you want to redirect users to different promotions or offers by simply changing the URL in the dynamic QR code's settings.
Click here to learn more about the differences about dynamic and static QR codes.
How do I know if my QR code is static or dynamic
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Check the QR code generator: If you used a QR code generator to create it, review the settings you used during generation. Many generators explicitly state whether the code is static or dynamic. Our QR solution offers dynamic QR codes only.
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Scan the QR code: Use a QR code scanner app or device to scan the code. If the code leads to a fixed destination (e.g., a website URL that cannot be changed), it's likely static. If it redirects to a webpage where you can update the content, it's dynamic.
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Contact the creator: If you're unsure, reach out to the person or service that created the QR code. They should be able to confirm whether it's static or dynamic and provide any necessary access or instructions for editing its content.
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Analyze the code structure: QR code experts can analyze the code's structure to determine if it's static or dynamic, but this may require technical knowledge.
Remember, dynamic QR codes offer flexibility to change their content, while static QR codes have fixed information that cannot be modified without recreating the code.
How to redirect existing QR code to another URL
If you're QR code is static, you cannot redirect it.
However, if it's dynamic, you must log in to your QR solution platform and modify the link of the desired QR code.
Can a QR code have multiple links
A static QR code can't have multiple links.
However, some dynamic QR code generators provide this feature. For instance, you can have multiple links in one single QR code (multi URL QR code) with our tool.
How to create a QR code for multiple links
If you're creating a static QR code, you must handle the dynamic redirection by yourself.
Our dynamic QR code generator provides you with smart-rules (or conditional redirects if you prefer) that allow you to set multiple links for your QR code.
The process is simple:
- Create or choose an existing QR code
- Click on the "Smart-Rules" button
- Define your logic and add the desired destination URL
- Click on "Create new" or "Save modification"
Can you change what a QR code links to
If it's a dynamic QR code, yes. Otherwise, it's impossible.
That's why it's important to choose the right tool to create your QR codes
What is the best tool to generate cheap dynamic QR codes
There are tons of dynamic QR code generators. However, the only tool that gives you the best features for the lowest price is our own tool.
For only $3.99 / month, you have:
- Unlimited dynamic QR codes
- Unlimited QR scans
- Advanced tracking
- Advanced customization
- Smart-rules
- Dedicated support
This is the cheapest QR code generator you can find in the market.