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Dynamic QR Codes vs. Direct URL QR Codes

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Dynamic QR Codes vs. Direct URL QR Codes

Understand the difference between a managed dynamic QR code and a QR code that encodes a destination directly.

Dynamic mode

Most QR codes use a permanent tracking address on your qr-codes.biz site. That permanent address redirects the visitor to the destination you selected. You can change the destination later while the printed QR remains the same.

Direct URL mode

Some accounts may be allowed to encode the source URL directly. Direct mode does not use the qr-codes.biz redirect and therefore does not provide scan analytics through the QR tracker.

Mode Can change destination later? qr-codes.biz scan analytics
Dynamic / Redirect Yes Yes
Direct URL No — the encoded URL is the destination No
Tip: Use Dynamic mode for printed materials, signs, business cards, packaging, menus, and other items that may stay in circulation.

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