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==What is a QR code?== | |||
QR codes are the square, blocky equivalent of barcodes or website addresses. | |||
==What does it look like?== | |||
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==How does it work?== | |||
When you focus a smartphone or tablet camera on the code, it takes you to the Freegle home page. | |||
==Where do I get one?== | |||
' | You can copy and paste a QR code into a banner or leaflet - anywhere it's easier to point a device than to jot down a website address. | ||
'''June 2026''': you can generate your own Freegle QR code at http://ilovefreegle.org/qr - use any URL, no tracking. | |||
Also, https://www.ilovefreegle.org/shortlinks/ has a Download QR button, which gives a QR code for any group with shortlinks; these are tracked when used. | |||
==How should I use it?== | |||
https://app.qr-code-generator.com has helpful advice on how best to use these codes, and where. | |||
== | ==How long will it last?== | ||
Freegle subscribed to a code that remained live for three years, until August 2021 - though it still seemed to be working in 2023. | |||
==Can I track the effectiveness of a particular campaign, poster or leaflet?== | |||
[[Category: | Yes - a QR code can be provided for a particular campaign or location. Contact Dee via support@ilovefreegle.org | ||
==See also== | |||
* [[Promotion]] | |||
* [[Publicity]] | |||
[[Category:Running Your Community]] | |||
Latest revision as of 12:00, 17 July 2026
What is a QR code?
QR codes are the square, blocky equivalent of barcodes or website addresses.
What does it look like?
How does it work?
When you focus a smartphone or tablet camera on the code, it takes you to the Freegle home page.
Where do I get one?
You can copy and paste a QR code into a banner or leaflet - anywhere it's easier to point a device than to jot down a website address.
June 2026: you can generate your own Freegle QR code at http://ilovefreegle.org/qr - use any URL, no tracking.
Also, https://www.ilovefreegle.org/shortlinks/ has a Download QR button, which gives a QR code for any group with shortlinks; these are tracked when used.
How should I use it?
https://app.qr-code-generator.com has helpful advice on how best to use these codes, and where.
How long will it last?
Freegle subscribed to a code that remained live for three years, until August 2021 - though it still seemed to be working in 2023.
Can I track the effectiveness of a particular campaign, poster or leaflet?
Yes - a QR code can be provided for a particular campaign or location. Contact Dee via support@ilovefreegle.org
