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Getting Started: Create Your First QR Code

5 min read • Updated Nov 2025
What you'll learn: How to create, customize, and download your first QR code in just 5 minutes.

Welcome to QR Code Generator! This guide will walk you through creating your first QR code step by step.

QR codes are versatile tools that can encode URLs, text, contact information, and more. With our platform, you can create professional QR codes in minutes.

1 Sign Up (Optional but Recommended)

While you can create basic QR codes without an account, signing up unlocks additional features:

  • Save and manage your QR codes
  • Track scans with analytics
  • Access custom styling options
  • Download in multiple formats (PNG, SVG, PDF)

To create an account:

  1. Click "Sign Up" in the top-right corner
  2. Enter your email and create a password
  3. Verify your email address
  4. You're ready to start!
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2 Navigate to the QR Code Generator

Access the generator in multiple ways:

  • Click "Generator" in the main navigation
  • Go directly to /generator
  • Click "Get Started" from the homepage

3 Enter Your Data

The Generator page has a simple text input field. Here's what you can encode:

URL/Website

Example: https://www.example.com

Perfect for directing users to your website, landing page, or online store

Plain Text

Example: "Welcome to our event!"

Any text message, instructions, or information

Email

Example: mailto:contact@example.com

Opens email client with pre-filled address

Phone Number

Example: tel:+1234567890

Initiates a phone call when scanned

Tip: For URLs, always include "https://" at the beginning to ensure proper formatting.

4 Customize Your QR Code (Optional)

Make your QR code stand out with customization options:

Error Correction Level

Choose how resilient your QR code is to damage:

  • Low (L): 7% recovery - Best for digital displays
  • Medium (M): 15% recovery - Good general purpose
  • Quartile (Q): 25% recovery - Recommended for print
  • High (H): 30% recovery - Best when adding logos
Recommendation: Use High (H) for printed materials and Medium (M) for digital use.
Size

Select the appropriate size for your use case. Larger sizes are better for printing and outdoor use.

Colors (Pro Feature)

Customize the foreground and background colors of your QR code. Ensure sufficient contrast for reliable scanning.

5 Generate and Download

  1. Click the "Generate QR Code" button
  2. Your QR code will appear instantly
  3. Click "Download" to save it
  4. Choose your preferred format:
    • PNG: Standard image format, great for web
    • SVG: Vector format, scalable to any size
    • PDF: Perfect for printing
Congratulations! You've created your first QR code! Test it by scanning with your phone's camera.

Pro Tips for Success

Before mass printing, test your QR code with multiple devices and apps to ensure it scans correctly and leads to the right destination.

Minimum size for printed QR codes should be 2cm x 2cm (0.8in x 0.8in). For posters or billboards, go much larger for scanning from a distance.

Shorter URLs create simpler QR codes that are easier to scan. Consider using a URL shortener for long links.

Dark patterns on light backgrounds work best. Avoid low-contrast color combinations or busy background patterns.

Next Steps

Now that you've created your first QR code, explore more features:

Learn About Analytics

Track who's scanning your QR codes and when

Read Guide
Customize Your QR Codes

Make your QR codes match your brand

Read Guide
Best Practices

Tips for maximum scan success

Read Guide
Upgrade Your Plan

Unlock advanced features and analytics

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