The QR Code Generator

The QR Code Generator makes static and dynamic QR codes for organizations that need branded assets and control over destinations after publication. It is best suited to businesses managing customer-facing codes across campaigns; the free tier is useful for static work, but its two-code dynamic limit makes paid plans important for broader use.

Overview

Static codes suit destinations that will remain fixed, while dynamic codes let users change a destination after printing or sharing. That distinction can spare a business from replacing printed materials when a link changes. Dynamic codes also provide scan analytics, though the Free plan keeps that history for only 14 days.

Codes can be styled with logos, colors, shapes, and other design elements, then downloaded as PNG or SVG. Bulk creation and campaign management support teams producing multiple codes, while the unlimited static-code allowance on Free leaves room for substantial fixed-destination use without a subscription.

Key features

Dynamic codes and analytics

The central trade-off is between flexibility and quota. Free includes two dynamic codes, enough to try editable destinations but not to maintain a sizable portfolio. Flex raises the range to 5–45 codes and keeps analytics for 60 days; Core provides 250 codes and Plus starts at 500, with 180 days of analytics on both. The higher tiers suit ongoing campaigns better, although their single-year pricing and user limits matter for teams.

Design, integrations, and security

Brand styling and PNG or SVG output make the codes usable across digital and print materials. Core and Plus add integrations including Google Analytics, Slack, Zapier, Make, Workato, Google Sheets, Canva, Meta Pixel, Google Ads, and GS1 Data Hub. That breadth can connect QR activity to marketing and operational workflows, but it is reserved for those plans.

The maker says TQRCG is SOC 2 Type II certified, ISO certified, and GDPR compliant. HIPAA compliance is available through Uniqode-powered plans. TQRCG is part of Uniqode, formerly Beaconstac, and lists email support at [email protected].

Pricing

PlanPriceWhat it includesFreefree2 dynamic codes, 1 user, 14 days of scan analytics, unlimited static codesCore$49 a year, billed yearly250 dynamic codes, 1 user, 180 days of analytics, 10 Linkpages, integrations, QR Code APIPlus$99 a year, billed yearlyStarting at 500 dynamic codes, starting at 3 users, 180 days of analytics, 25 Linkpages, integrations, QR Code APIFlex$120 a year ($10.00/month, billed annually)5–45 dynamic codes, 1 user, 60 days of analytics, bulk creation, watermark-free codes, CSV exportEnterpriseCustom pricingTailored plan, advanced lifetime analytics, role-based collaboration, centralized control, enterprise securityFree is the clear fit for static codes or a small dynamic-code trial, but one user and two dynamic codes constrain even a modest multi-campaign operation. Core costs $49 a year and is the most straightforward step up for a single user needing a larger quota, longer analytics retention, integrations, and API access. Plus costs $99 a year and starts at three users and 500 dynamic codes, making it more appropriate when collaboration and volume justify the higher commitment.

Flex costs $120 a year, equivalent to $10.00/month billed annually. Its 5–45-code range is much smaller than Core's 250, but it includes bulk creation, watermark-free codes, and CSV export. It fits a single user who needs those production features more than a large dynamic-code allowance. Enterprise targets organizations needing centralized controls and role-based collaboration; it uses custom pricing. A 14-day trial is available.

Platforms

The product is available on web, Android, and iOS. Its site also links to a Chrome extension, giving browser users another access point.

Who it's for

The maker describes use across restaurants, retail, real estate, education, events, hospitality, and consumer packaged goods. In practice, its strongest case is an organization that needs branded codes, editable destinations, and scan data, with the paid tiers offering room to manage more campaigns. A user who only needs permanent static codes may find the Free plan sufficient; teams that need more than one seat should look beyond Free and Core to Plus or Enterprise.

Pros and cons

Pros: Unlimited static codes on Free make it viable for print and digital projects that do not need later edits.

Pros: Paid plans extend dynamic-code capacity and analytics retention, reaching 250 codes and 180 days on Core and starting at 500 codes on Plus.

Pros: Branding options, PNG/SVG downloads, bulk creation, and integrations support campaign workflows beyond simple code generation.

Cons: Free allows only two dynamic codes and one user, quickly limiting active campaigns or collaboration.

Cons: Core and Flex remain single-user plans; teams needing multiple seats must consider Plus, which starts at three users, or Enterprise.

Cons: Flex's 5–45 dynamic-code range is substantially narrower than Core despite costing more annually, so its value depends on needing its specific bulk and export features.

Alternatives

For a broader comparison, see QR Code Generator Software.

QR TIGER is worth comparing if a free user needs three dynamic codes rather than two; its free plan also caps scans at 500 per dynamic code.

Build QR is an option for someone whose free needs are just one dynamic code, five static codes, unlimited scans, and seven-day analytics.

goQR.me suits a reader seeking free QR codes for commercial and print use with EPS, SVG, PNG, GIF, and JPEG downloads.

ME-QR may suit users prioritizing a free allowance of 10,000 created codes, unlimited scans and code lifetime, and a year of analytics, with ads displayed on codes.

OpenQR is an alternative for web-only users who want unlimited generation across eight QR types and 1D barcodes, with PNG/SVG output and no expiry on its free plan.

QRCode.io is a fit for static-code work: its free plan includes unlimited static codes, all 17 static QR types, logo and shape options, and high-resolution PNG/SVG.

QRZone is an alternative with a 14-day trial that includes five dynamic codes, unlimited static codes, 2,000 scans per month, and 14-day analytics retention.

Zint Barcode Generator is a free, open-source barcode generation project.

Verdict

The QR Code Generator is a strong choice for businesses that want branded, editable QR codes and analytics, especially when Core or Plus quotas match their campaign volume. Its unlimited static codes make Free useful, but the two dynamic-code cap and limited seats are meaningful constraints. Look elsewhere if a project needs a larger free dynamic allowance, or if it needs only basic static-code generation.