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Event QR codes: quick checklist

Create event QR codes that work for registrations, check-ins, and meeting links.

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On this page
  1. Before you print
  2. During the event
Quick steps
  1. Use a stable destination: Choose a registration or check-in link that will not expire before the event.
  2. Size for distance: Print larger if people will scan from 1-2 meters away.
  3. Test on real devices: Scan with iPhone and Android on mobile data, not just WiFi.
  4. Add a backup option: Include a short URL or contact info near the QR.

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For events, the QR should open a fast, mobile-friendly page and be scannable from a distance.

Before you print#

  • Use a stable link that will not expire before the event.
  • Test on iPhone and Android with mobile data.
  • Print larger if people will scan from 1–2 meters away.

During the event#

  • Add a clear call-to-action near the QR.
  • Keep a backup link visible in case scanning fails.

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Quick answers

Common questions

How big should event QR codes be?
Print larger if people scan from 1-2 meters, especially on posters.
Do I need a backup link?
Yes. Add a short URL near the QR in case scanning fails.
Should I use static or dynamic QR for campaigns?
Use static for stable destinations and dynamic for editable or trackable campaigns.
How do I add tracking without breaking scans?
Keep UTM parameters short and avoid long redirect chains to reduce QR density.
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