Ever wanted to use and track how well QR codes are functioning when they provide a website link? There is a simple and free method. It uses two tools: A free QR creator and the link tracking site, Google URL Shortener. Again, this is only for QR codes that only provide a link. I tend to use the QR creator provided in Adobe InDesign, but below are a list of a few QR makers that you will be able to use at no cost: - http://www.qrcode-generator.com/ - http://goqr.me/#t=url - http://www.qr-code-generator.com/ - https://www.unitag.io/qrcode |
The second and most important tool to meet our objective is goo.gl. It shortens and tracks links for free and allows you to track. It tracks total clicks and activity over a timespan. It tracks location and referrers. Unless you plan on generating QR codes on a larger scale, you should have a general idea where the QR code is being scanned. The tool also provides which platforms and browsers are used. The Google URL shortener also provides a QR code; however, if you would like to change the size and color of the code, I recommend using one of the other generators.
Copy the shortened link and pasted it in the QR code link form, then place the form on the material on you would to distribute.
Not a big secret, but a simple tip if you are less familiar with QR codes. Try it out and let me know how it works for you.
Have you found other methods to be more useful? Leave a comment! Let me know!
Copy the shortened link and pasted it in the QR code link form, then place the form on the material on you would to distribute.
Not a big secret, but a simple tip if you are less familiar with QR codes. Try it out and let me know how it works for you.
Have you found other methods to be more useful? Leave a comment! Let me know!