What are QR codes?

A QR code is a square-shaped barcode that is machine-readable.

Though they have been around since the nineties, it was the Covid-19 pandemic that unleashed the true power of QR codes. They were used mainly for contact tracing. Now, QR codes are found everywhere- on newspapers, brochures, posters and even mall entrances.

What are QR codes used for?

Almost all mobile phones are smartphones that are equipped with cameras and the necessary software to read and process QR codes.

QR codes are especially valuable to businesses, where they can be used in marketing as a simple Call-To-Action. For example, QR codes can help customers quickly access a virtual store, register for newsletters, or even download digital brochures. The uses are truly limitelss.

How does DuckQr help?

DuckQr is a tool to generate QR codes that can be customised by shape, colour, frame and border. You can even include a logo to make the QR code truly your own. Best of all, DuckQR is completely free to use! Start building your own QR code today.


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