What is a QR Code?
A QR Code ,
abbreviated for "Quick Response", is a barcode that contains data
that can be read by a smartphone's camera using a QR reader/scanner. QR
Codes can contain information about a business such as a website's URL, contact
information or even social media platforms. By scanning a QR code, you
will be taken directly to that business' information!
QR Codes
have become increasingly popular in advertising and marketing efforts by small
business owners too. This is an easy and great tool to use on business
cards, brochures, brand clothing and other print material. By placing your
custom QR Code on the back of a business card, you can generate more traffic to
your website by providing easy access to a specific page on your website,
Facebook business page or Twitter account.
How can I
create a QR Code?
If you
attempt a Google search on "creating a QR Code", you will get
approximately 61,700,000 results displayed. I've done the research for
you! Create your FREE QR Code here: http://eepurl.com/N5uvP. (Yes, this a
plug for my website freebie I'm offering now at www.AfterHoursVA.com) Sign up now and
download your QR Code in .jpg or .png format. You can also choose your
own colors for a more customized look!
What
software do I need to read a QR Code?
There are a
ton of QR Code reader and scanner apps that are available for Android and Apple
smartphones and tablets. I personally use QR Reader for iPhone by TapMedia
Ltd. It scans QR codes, barcodes, words
and even creates PDF files with the "Scan to PDF" feature. Most
importantly, it's a totally FREE app!
