Step-by-Step Guide
How to Create a Coupon QR Code
Create a coupon QR code for flyers, receipts, and printed materials that lets customers redeem discounts instantly from their phone.
Step-by-step instructions
- 1Set up your coupon or promo pageCreate your offer on your e-commerce platform (Shopify discount code, WooCommerce coupon), a dedicated landing page, or a Google Form for in-store redemption. Copy the shareable URL.
- 2Generate a dynamic QR codePaste your coupon URL into Dynamic QR's URL QR generator and create a dynamic code. Dynamic is essential for coupons — when the offer expires, update the destination to a new promotion without reprinting.
- 3Add to printed materials with an expiry datePlace the QR code on flyers, receipts, mailers, or product packaging. Include the offer summary and expiry date in text next to the code: '20% off — scan to redeem, valid through Dec 31.'
Tips for best results
- →Use a dynamic QR code so you can expire or replace the offer without reprinting — critical for time-limited promotions
- →Include the offer summary in text next to the code; don't rely on the QR code alone to communicate the value
- →Track scan count in Dynamic QR to measure physical distribution channel performance by coupon campaign
Common questions
Can I create a coupon QR code that expires?
Yes — with a dynamic QR code, update the destination URL when the offer expires. Point it to a 'this offer has ended' page or a new promotion.
What should a coupon QR code link to?
A Shopify or WooCommerce discount code page, a landing page with a promo code displayed, or an in-store redemption form. The simpler the redemption flow, the higher conversion.
How do I measure how many people used a coupon QR code?
Dynamic QR tracks scan counts. For full redemption tracking, pair with your e-commerce platform's coupon usage reports.