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Troubleshooting Common QR Code Issues

Troubleshooting Common QR Code Issues Work through these checks if a QR code isn’t behaving as expected. QR Code Not Scanning Size: Ensure the code is at least 2 × 2 cm (0.8 × 0.8 in). Contrast: Use a dark foreground on a light background. …

Troubleshooting Common QR Code Issues

Work through these checks if a QR code isn’t behaving as expected.

QR Code Not Scanning

  • Size: Ensure the code is at least 2 × 2 cm (0.8 × 0.8 in).
  • Contrast: Use a dark foreground on a light background.
  • Quiet Zone: Leave empty space around the code to aid detection.
Improving QR scan reliability with size, contrast, and quiet zone

Destination URL Not Working

  • URL: Verify the destination is correct and online.
  • Dynamic Code: Confirm the dynamic destination is up to date.
Checking and updating the destination URL for a dynamic QR code

Analytics Not Tracking

  • Dynamic Only: Analytics are available for dynamic QR codes.
  • Delay: New data may take a few minutes to appear.
Analytics view indicating recent data may take a few minutes

If the issue persists, contact support for assistance.

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