Guide
QR codes for short links
QR codes encode your URL so a phone camera opens the link instantly—ideal when typing a link would slow people down.
They shine wherever typing is awkward: table tents, trekking trail signage, festival wristband flyers, or shop windows after hours.
Why pair QR with a short URL?
QR carries the full destination, but humans still read the short link printed beside it. When someone shares a photo of your poster in a WhatsApp group, the readable slug reinforces your brand. If you ever need to swap the destination, a managed short link may be easier to update than reprinting a deep URL.
Practical placement tips
- Contrast and size: Print dark modules on light stock; test at arm’s length with multiple phones.
- Short explanation: Add one line—“Scan for menu / map / tickets”—so people know why to scan.
- HTTPS destination: Modern phones warn on mixed content; keep the final site secure.
npl.ac generates QR codes alongside your new short links so you can drop them into print-ready artwork quickly.
Related guides
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