Distribute with a QR Code
A QR code turns your survey link into something people can scan with a phone camera. It is a great fit for print materials, signage, and in-person events where typing a URL is impractical.
Before You Start
SurveyMethods does not generate QR codes for you inside the app. Instead, you create a Web Link collector, copy its URL, and turn that URL into a QR code using any QR code generator. Because the QR code simply encodes your link, it keeps working as long as the collector stays open.
Get Your Survey Link
- Open your survey and go to the Collect tab.
- Choose Web Link and create a new collector (or open an existing one).
- Click Copy next to the survey URL.
Your link looks like https://.../r/ABC123. For full details on web link collectors, custom nicknames, and opening or closing them, see Web Link Distribution.
Turn the Link Into a QR Code
- Open any QR code generator (many free web and mobile tools exist).
- Paste your copied survey URL.
- Download the QR code image, ideally as a high-resolution PNG or SVG for print.
Where to Use It
| Placement | Why it works |
|---|---|
| Flyers and posters | Scan on the spot |
| Business cards | Passive, ongoing collection |
| Product packaging | Feedback at point of use |
| Event signage and booths | Fast in-person responses |
Tips
- Keep the collector open while the QR code is in circulation, or scans will lead to a closed survey.
- Print the code large enough to scan from a comfortable distance.
- Add a short prompt like “Scan to share your feedback” so people know what to expect.
- Use a separate web link collector per campaign if you want to compare response volume across placements.
Once responses arrive, head to Analyzing Survey Results to review them.
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