QR Codes on Posters
Posters work at a distance, often seen for just a moment as people walk by. A QR code captures that fleeting interest and sends it straight to your event, store, or signup before the moment passes. Sized right, it lets people scan from several steps away without breaking stride.
Create a poster QR codeWhy put a QR code on posters?
- Converts brief, passing attention into an instant action
- Lets people scan from a distance when sized generously
- Sends viewers straight to tickets, details, or signups
- Static codes never expire, so seasonal posters keep working
- Customize colors to stay legible against bold poster artwork
- Created in your browser, keeping your campaign data private
What to link your QR code to
- An event page with tickets, lineup, and venue details
- A calendar event so viewers can save the date instantly
- A streaming link, playlist, or trailer for music and film promos
- A location pin with directions to the venue
- A campaign or fundraising page for causes and announcements
- A landing page for a product launch or store opening
Tips for QR codes on posters
- Scale the code to viewing distance; bigger posters need bigger codes
- As a rule of thumb, make the code roughly a tenth of the scan distance
- Place it at a comfortable height, not at the very top edge
- Keep strong contrast and a generous quiet zone around the code
- Export SVG so it stays sharp at large sizes, then test with Debug
Frequently asked questions
How big should a QR code be on a poster?
Scale it to how far away people will scan from. A common guide is a code about one tenth as wide as the intended scanning distance, with a clear margin.
Where is the best place to put it on a poster?
Put it at roughly eye or chest height in a clean, high-contrast area, paired with a short prompt like 'Scan for tickets' so viewers know why to scan.
Will the code keep working after the event passes?
The code itself never expires since it's static with no scan limit. It only depends on the page you linked to staying online.
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Create a poster QR code