What is a dynamic QR code?+
A dynamic QR code contains a short redirect URL instead of your actual destination. This means you can change where the QR code points at any time -- without reprinting the physical code. With QR Cheetah, you also get real-time scan analytics showing who scanned your code, when, and from where.
How is this different from a static QR code?+
A static QR code encodes data directly -- once printed, it can never change. If the URL changes, you must reprint. A dynamic QR code uses a redirect, so you can update the destination URL anytime from your dashboard. QR Cheetah lets you create both types for free.
Can I really change the destination without reprinting?+
Yes! That is the core feature of QR Cheetah. Print your QR code on business cards, flyers, menus, or product packaging. When you need to point it somewhere new, just log into your dashboard and update the destination URL. The printed QR code stays the same.
Is there a free plan?+
Yes. QR Cheetah offers a free forever plan that includes dynamic QR codes with editable destinations, unlimited static QR codes, unlimited scans, and scan analytics. No credit card required. Paid plans start at just $7/month for more dynamic codes and advanced features.
What analytics do I get?+
Every dynamic QR code tracks total scans, unique visitors, scans over time, geographic location, device type, and browser. You can view all analytics from your dashboard in real time -- no third-party tools needed.
Does QR Cheetah include a URL shortener?+
Yes. QR Cheetah integrates with URL Unicorn, our sister URL shortener. Every account gets access to both QR code generation and URL shortening from a single dashboard. Short URLs also have editable destinations and click analytics.
What QR code types can I create?+
QR Cheetah supports website URLs, email links, phone numbers, WiFi network sharing, and plain text. All URL-based QR codes can be made dynamic so you can update the destination later. You can also customize colors, add borders, and include text labels above or below the code.
Do QR Cheetah QR codes expire?+
No. Static QR codes never expire, and your dynamic codes stay active on the free-forever plan -- there is no trial clock and no scan limit. You only upgrade if you need more dynamic codes, bulk generation, or custom branding.
Can I add my logo to a QR code?+
Yes. QR Cheetah lets you customize colors and add your logo so the code matches your brand -- branded QR codes typically earn more scans. Advanced custom-branding options are included in the paid plans.
How do I make a QR code for a restaurant menu?+
Paste your menu link or PDF URL, generate a dynamic QR code, and print it on tables, signage, or takeout packaging. Because it is dynamic, you can swap in a new menu anytime without reprinting -- and see exactly how many diners scanned it.
How is QR Cheetah different from QR Tiger, Flowcode, or Bitly?+
QR Cheetah gives you dynamic, editable, trackable QR codes on a genuinely free-forever plan with unlimited scans -- where many alternatives cap free dynamic codes or limit scans to a short trial. You also get a built-in URL shortener and analytics dashboard at no cost.
Is it safe to use QR Cheetah?+
Yes. QR Cheetah generates standard, spec-compliant QR codes and gives you a dashboard to manage and monitor every code. Because dynamic codes are editable, you can instantly redirect one if a destination ever needs to change.
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