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Static QR code / Text

Text QR codes

Store a short piece of information in the symbol itself. Text QR codes work for a fixed reference, a clue or a brief instruction when you do not need a web page, an attachment or a call to action.

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Example text experience

A NOTE FOR YOUR DAY

“

Some things
are better
taken slowly.

Like good coffee.
A long conversation.
This moment, right here.

Make a little time for yourself.

— Your friends at Aster & Sage

PLAIN TEXT · NO WEBSITE NEEDED
An illustrative Text experience. Customize your own content after signup; device behavior may vary.

Use cases for Text QR codes

01

Equipment labels

Keep a short reference note or operating reminder with the item it describes.

02

Learning activities

Reveal a clue, prompt or short instruction as part of an activity.

What happens after a scan

The scanning app displays the embedded message using its own interface. Reading it does not require a hosted page, although scanner behaviour varies. Keep the content short enough for a practical print size, and regenerate the code whenever the message changes.

How to create your Text QR code

  1. Step 1

    Create your account

    Sign up and verify your email, or log in. Your selected QR format will be ready in the builder.

  2. Step 2

    Add your content

    Write the short message you want the scanner to display.

  3. Step 3

    Design, test and share

    Choose your colours and layout, then complete your QR. Scan a test print on a phone before distributing it.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an account to create this QR code?

Yes. Create an account and verify your email, or log in to an existing account, before opening this format in the full builder. You can explore the examples on this page without signing up.

Can I change the content after printing?

This is a static format: the content is encoded directly in the QR. To change it, generate and print a new code. Static codes do not provide scan analytics.

What should I check before sharing my Text QR code?

Keep the message concise. More text makes the QR denser, and changing the message requires a new static code.

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