Change the destination behind a QR image

Dynamic QR Code Pro puts a redirect URL in the QR code image and stores destination information on your WordPress site. Update that information when a page or link changes, and the same image can remain in use. A static QR code stores its information directly in the code, so changing its destination usually means creating and distributing a new image. If a dynamic destination becomes invalid, updating the stored information can bring the code back into use.

The add-on generates QR code pictures. You can also use an image made with another tool if it encodes the correct QR URL. The number of dynamic codes is described as unlimited, subject to what your WordPress site can handle.

Route scans by date or weekday

Date and weekday redirects use multiple QR-Code entries with the same key. First enable “Disable unique keys” in Settings. Then configure the entries for the routing rule you need:

• Date: Create two or more entries with the same key, different validity date intervals, and different URLs. A scan goes to the URL for the entry valid on that date.
• Weekday: Create seven entries with the same key, assign each to a day of the week, and give each a different redirect URL.
• Exception date: After setting up the seven weekday entries, add an entry with the same key, the exception URL, and its activation date. Enable its priority option so it takes precedence on that date.

You can also limit the number of scans or make a webpage accessible only after a QR code scan. For a random redirect, make multiple entries with the same key; the extension selects from valid entries using pseudo-random generation. This method is not suitable for lotteries or gambling.

PRO functions can open Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn profiles in their corresponding apps, or open a YouTube video in the YouTube app.

Review scan activity

Scans are logged, and the data can be downloaded for statistical analysis. PRO add-ons provide basic statistics grouped by date, day, device type, country, and more. With My FastAPP settings enabled in Settings, User Key values can help differentiate activity and track scans from individual visitors.

Create a QR code

1. In the plugin console, create a QR-Code item and enter a short description.
2. Enter a unique key that no other QR-Code uses.
3. Choose a WordPress page or article as the destination, or enter a custom URL, then save the item.
4. Use the generated QR URL to create an image, or download the image generated by the plugin. Place it on the intended product, promotion, menu, or printed material.

Review scan activity and update the destination as needed. Configure the relevant PRO options for each code when a campaign requires date or weekday routing, a scan limit, social app links, or statistics.