A QR code (Quick Response code) is a two-dimensional barcode that a smartphone camera can scan to instantly open a link, display text, or trigger another specific action. They've become a common bridge between physical, offline materials and digital content.
Common Uses for QR Codes
- Linking a printed flyer or business card directly to a website
- Providing quick, contactless access to a restaurant menu
- Making it easy to connect to WiFi without manually typing a password
- Sharing contact details instantly, without manual entry
- Enabling contactless payments at a point of sale
Generating a QR Code for a WordPress Site
Free online tools like QR Code Generator or QR Code Monkey can create a QR code linking directly to any page on a site within seconds; WordPress-specific plugins also exist for generating and managing QR codes directly from within the dashboard.
Best Practices
- Always test a QR code personally before it goes into print
- Make sure the destination page is genuinely mobile-optimized, since that's how it will be viewed
- Keep the QR code itself large enough, and with enough contrast, to scan reliably