One clear benefit
A discount, combo, gift or special price is easier to understand than a long list of conditions in small print.
QR code for discounts and promotions
Put a discount behind a QR code — and change the offer without reprinting
Place one permanent QR on a window, table, counter or flyer. After scanning, customers immediately see the current promotion, price and details in their browser. When the offer changes, update the page while the printed QR stays the same.
Built for cafes, shops, salons, showrooms and local sales points.
TODAY'S OFFER
Cappuccino + croissant
A clear offer customers can understand within seconds of scanning.
Daily combo−25%
79 MDL59 MDL
Iced latteToday
55 MDL45 MDL
CheesecakeSpecial
59 MDL49 MDL
What makes a QR promotion useful instead of just another code
The QR itself does not sell. It works when people understand why they should scan and the page immediately delivers a specific offer without extra steps.
A price you can keep current
Show an old and new price, replace the promotion or switch products without touching the printed QR.
A short path after the scan
Do not send people to a generic homepage and make them search. Open the relevant offer directly.
Analytics by placement
Different QR codes on a window, table and flyer can open the same offer while each placement keeps separate scan statistics.
QR promotion, a regular link or a paper coupon?
Each option has a place. QR-Appy is useful when the offer changes but the printed placement should stay. A paper coupon can be simpler when the customer should not need a phone at all.
| What matters | QR-Appy | QR to homepage | Paper coupon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change the promotion after printing | Yes | Yes, if the site is updated | No, reprint required |
| Open the exact offer immediately | Yes | Not always | Yes |
| Show images and several products | Yes | Depends on the site | Limited by space |
| Compare scans from placements | Yes | Requires separate setup | No without extra tracking |
| Works without a smartphone | No | No | Yes |
Where a promotional QR code feels natural
Shop window
A passerby sees the promotion, scans and immediately opens the products or offer that is active right now.
Cafe table or counter
Daily combos, seasonal drinks, discounted desserts and offers you may want to change every day.
Flyers and posters
Keep the printed QR while changing the campaign or products shown behind it.
Salons and local services
Show a service bundle, gift card, seasonal offer or product special near the point where the customer is already deciding.
What to write next to the QR so people know why to scan
The line next to the code should describe the result of scanning. Do not make customers guess what is behind it.
How to make a QR code for a discount or promotion
Define the offer
Answer three questions: what does the customer get, what does it cost and why is it relevant now?
Build the promotion page
Add a photo, short headline, useful description, old and new price or several relevant items.
Create a QR for each placement
Separate codes for a window, counter, table or flyer make it easier to compare performance later.
Change the offer without reprinting
When the promotion ends, replace the content and leave the printed QR in place.
One promotion, different QR codes for a window, table and flyer
All codes can open the same current offer while keeping separate scan statistics. You can see not only total scans, but which physical placement actually attracts attention.
WindowQR 1
Table / counterQR 2
FlyerQR 3
Common mistakes with promotional QR codes
A QR with no explanation
A code alone is not a reason to reach for a phone. Say what the person will get after scanning.
Sending people to the homepage
If the promotion is buried inside a website, some visitors will leave before finding it.
An expired offer
Update the page as soon as the promotion changes. A permanent QR is useful because the content can stay current.
Too much copy
On a phone, lead with the offer, image and price. Put secondary details farther down the page.
One QR everywhere
If you want to compare placements, create separate QR codes for each physical location or printed format.
Frequently asked questions about discount QR codes
Can I change the discount after the QR is printed?
Yes. Update the offer and prices in QR-Appy while the printed QR remains unchanged.
Can I show an old and a new price?
Yes. An offer can display both so customers can understand the price difference immediately.
Does the customer need an app?
No. The page opens in the phone's regular browser without sign-up.
Can I show several discounted products?
Yes. One page can contain multiple items and you can replace them as the promotion changes.
Can I tell where a QR was scanned?
Use separate QR codes for different placements. QR-Appy keeps scan statistics for each code separately.
Does QR-Appy issue unique one-time coupons?
No. QR-Appy displays a current offer or mini catalog and tracks scans. If you need unique single-use codes with redemption validation, use a dedicated coupon or loyalty tool.
Give people a clear reason to scan
A QR works better when it opens a specific current offer instead of a generic website. Change the promotion when your business changes and keep the printed code in place.