QR Code Data Types
QR codes can store various types of data, each with specific formats and use cases. Choose the right data type for your application.
Website URLs
Direct links to websites, landing pages, or specific web content.
Example:
https://www.example.com
Format:
Standard HTTP/HTTPS URL format
Plain Text
Simple text messages, instructions, or information.
Example:
Welcome to our store! Show this code for 10% discount.
Format:
UTF-8 encoded text, up to 4,296 characters
Contact Information (vCard)
Complete contact details that can be saved directly to address book.
Example:
John Doe, +1-555-123-4567, john@example.com
Format:
vCard 3.0 format with name, phone, email, address
Email Addresses
Pre-composed emails with recipient, subject, and message.
Example:
mailto:support@example.com?subject=Help Request
Format:
Mailto protocol with optional subject and body
Phone Numbers
Direct dial numbers for instant calling.
Example:
tel:+1-555-123-4567
Format:
Tel protocol with international format recommended
SMS Messages
Pre-written text messages ready to send.
Example:
sms:+1-555-123-4567?body=Hello, I need help!
Format:
SMS protocol with number and optional message body
Wi-Fi Network Credentials
Network name and password for automatic connection.
Example:
Network: CoffeeShop_WiFi, Password: coffee123
Format:
WIFI:T:WPA;S:network_name;P:password;H:false;
Geographic Locations
GPS coordinates or addresses for navigation.
Example:
Central Park, New York, NY
Format:
geo:latitude,longitude or address string