Seen but not heard of QR codes – 10 most popular uses

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You may have seen QR codes on packaging and in magazines but aren’t really sure what they are and what they do. QR (‘Quick Response’) codes are 2D barcodes intended to grab customers’ attention. In theory, they are quick, easy and convenient to use. A simple scan with your smartphone will open up a new world relating to your favourite brand or company.

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Seen but not heard of QR codes – 10 most popular uses

Here’s our top 10 most popular uses!

1. Business cards – instant contact details stored in your phone, plus you can add to corporate stationery too.

2. Websites – add to your ‘contact us’ page to instantly download your contact information.

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Seen but not heard of QR codes – 10 most popular uses

Seen but not heard of QR codes – 10 most popular uses

Here’s our top 10 most popular uses!

3. Maps and signage – ‘point and find’ ‘you are here’, works well for guidance to get to events, theme parks and companies.

4. Posters, banners store windows – direct response codes on physical objects, you’ll even see them on t-shirts that you can give away. can give away.

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Seen but not heard of QR codes – 10 most popular uses

Here’s our top 10 most popular uses!

5. Coupons and special deals – redeem offers in specific locations within a time limit, great to encourage the person to act now.

6. Add to social media – linked to a Facebook, LinkedIn or Google Plus page they’ll draw people to your website.

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Seen but not heard of QR codes – 10 most popular uses

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7. How-to-advice - immediate support, visualised in video or audio format, works well for DIY, recipes, cooking advice.

8. Customer reviews – directs potential purchasers to find out what others think of a new product.

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Seen but not heard of QR codes – 10 most popular uses

Here’s our top 10 most popular uses!

9. After sales care – if you’re struggling to assemble a new purchase, you can find an extra pair of hands online to support via the QR code link

10. Extra special – via a QR code, gain the reward of a gift or discount if you sign up for a newsletter.

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