QR code generator
Create a PDF QR code
You cannot embed a PDF in a code — a QR code carries only a few kilobytes. What actually happens is the file goes to an address and the address goes in the code. The important part is owning that address: encode a file-sharing link and every printed brochure dies the day that service changes the URL.
What do you want to do?
Content
You can replace the file later; the QR code stays the same.
Shown in your dashboard. Does not affect the code itself.
Design
A transparent background is only safe if you print on light stock.
Advanced
Editable
Change the destination later and watch the scans.
- Inside the code
- qrkarekod.com/r/••••••••
This code carries one of our short addresses, and that address is only reserved for you once you save.
How to do it
- 1
Upload the PDF
The file is stored with us and gets a permanent address.
- 2
Design the code
Choose size and colours to suit a catalogue cover, packaging or signage.
- 3
Replace the file later
Upload a new version when one is ready. The printed code stays the same and scanners get the current file.
Watch the file size
On mobile data, most people give up before a 10 MB PDF opens. Export catalogues with compressed images; for very large documents consider the Catalogue or Mini page types instead.
Frequently asked
- Can I replace the PDF later?
- Yes, the code is dynamic. The new file is live as soon as you upload it.
- What is the size limit?
- It depends on your installation's setting; the default is 5 MB.
- Can I see how many people opened it?
- You see scan counts. We do not measure whether the file was read to the end.
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