QR Code Scans But Doesn't Redirect

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Your customer scans the QR code on your product packaging. Instead of your website, they see an error page. Or worse - nothing at all. The QR scanned fine, so what went wrong? Let's find out.

Quick Checks

Check Where to Look
QR active? Dashboard - look for green 'Active' badge
Scan limit reached? QR settings - check limit vs current scans
Schedule expired? QR settings - check end date
Password enabled? Advanced Settings - password protection

URL Issues

Problem Fix
Missing https:// Add https:// to URL
URL returns 404 Update destination URL
Website down Check if destination site works

Common Error Messages

Message Cause Fix
QR Code Temporarily Paused QR is paused Toggle to Active
This Offer Has Expired Scan limit reached Increase or remove limit
404 Not Found URL broken Update destination URL
Enter Password Password protection on Disable or share password
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