QR codes are a fantastic way to simplify app downloads and make it easy for users to access your application with just a scan! In this guide, we will discuss the steps to generate a QR code for your app and share it effectively with your audience.
To generate a QR code for an application, you will first need to have an application URL.
Step 1: Get Your App URL
If your app is not live yet, but you still want to prepare the QR you can get the future URL / web address by following this guide.
Get the Android application URL by following the below-mentioned steps.
Go to the Android Play Store;
Type the application name in the search bar
Copy the URL that opens;
And paste it into the QR code generator tool. There are plenty of QR code generator tools available online, you can use any of those.
Get the iOS application URL by following the below-mentioned steps.
Go to the iOS Playstore on your mobile;
Search for your application;
Share it with yourselves on any of your desired and accessible platforms. The action will share the app URL. You can copy the same and paste it into the QR code generator tool.
Step 2: Generate Your QR Code
There are plenty of QR code generator tools online, like:
QR Code Generator (www.qr-code-generator.com)
QRStuff (www.qrstuff.com)
GoQR (www.goqr.me)
Here’s how to create your QR code:
Open the QR code generator of your choice.
Paste your app URL into the input field.
Customize your QR code by adding colors, logos, or branding (optional).
Click “Generate” to create the QR code.
Download it and save it for sharing.
Tips to promote your application’s QR code and increase app downloads:
Use email invites to your potential users with the QR code.
Send messages to the potential users with the QR code.
Market the QR code by placing it on your website and invite users to download the application.
Pro Tips to Maximize Downloads
Test your QR code before sharing to ensure it works properly.
Add a compelling call-to-action (e.g., “Scan to Download Our App”).
Use high-resolution images for print to ensure easy scanning.