Trackable QR Code
See Every Scan as It Happens
Every scan tells a story. QRPulse logs the location, device, and timestamp of every scan so you can measure the real-world impact of print, packaging, and outdoor media.
How it works
Static QR codes tell you nothing. Trackable ones tell you everything.
A standard QR code encodes a destination URL directly. Anyone can scan it — but you have no way of knowing who, when, or from where.
A trackable QR code routes scanners through QRPulse servers first. Each scan is logged (timestamp, country, city, device type, OS) before the visitor is forwarded to your destination — all in under 50 ms.
What you get
Everything you need to measure offline impact.
Six powerful analytics features — all included on every plan.
Real-time scan dashboard
Watch scans roll in the moment they happen — timestamp, city, country, device, OS, and browser logged instantly.
Geographic scan map
Country and city breakdown for every code. Filter by date range to see which campaigns perform in which locations.
Update destination anytime
Change where your QR code points from the dashboard — no reprinting. The printed code stays identical.
Device & OS breakdown
See the exact mobile vs desktop split, iPhone vs Android. Optimise your landing page for the audience you actually have.
Hourly & daily heatmaps
A grid of hours × days shows scan intensity at a glance — identify exactly when your audience is most active.
Expiry dates & scheduling
Set a QR code to expire after a date. Perfect for limited-time offers, events, and seasonal promotions with a fallback URL.
Step by step
Create a trackable QR code in 6 steps.
- 1
Create a free QRPulse account
Sign up at qrpulse.co in under 30 seconds — no credit card required. Your free plan includes up to 2 active QR codes with full scan tracking.
- 2
Enter the destination URL
Paste the link you want the QR code to open: a website, PDF, video, menu, Google Form, or any URL. QRPulse wraps it in a trackable redirect.
- 3
Customise the QR code appearance
Choose colours, add your logo in the centre, and pick a dot style. Download in SVG (for print) or PNG (for digital use at up to 2048 px).
- 4
Deploy your QR code
Print it on posters, flyers, packaging, menus, business cards, or embed it on a webpage. The same QR code image works everywhere.
- 5
Monitor scans in your dashboard
Log in to QRPulse at any time to see a live scan graph, world map of locations, device breakdown (iOS vs Android vs desktop), and hourly heatmaps.
- 6
Update the destination anytime
If the target URL changes — say a new menu or a new product page — edit it in QRPulse. The printed QR code stays the same; only the destination changes.
Use cases
Who uses trackable QR codes?
Trackable QR codes bridge the gap between offline media and online analytics.
Restaurants & Food Businesses
Place a trackable QR code on every table tent, takeout bag, and receipt. Track which location or item drives the most menu views. Update the menu URL instantly when prices change — no reprinting.
Event Organisers
Place trackable codes on conference badges, programmes, and signage. See peak scan times (keynote breaks vs lunch), session interest by code, and attendee geography.
Retail & Consumer Packaged Goods
Print a trackable QR code on product packaging to link to a demo video, recipe, or warranty registration. Track which SKU or region drives the most engagement without changing the packaging run.
Real Estate Agents
Add a trackable QR code to every for-sale sign and brochure. Know how many people scanned from the street vs the open house, and update the listing URL when photos change.
Marketing Agencies
Measure billboard, transit ad, and direct mail ROI with scan data. Give clients a link to their live QRPulse dashboard or export a CSV for reporting.
Educators & Non-Profits
Link printed handouts, posters, and banners to digital resources. See which materials drive the most engagement and which regions are reaching your content.
Simple pricing
Start free. Upgrade when you grow.
Free Forever
For individuals getting started with trackable QR codes.
- 2 active trackable QR codes
- 50 scans tracked per month
- Location, device & time data
- Live analytics dashboard
- PNG & SVG download
- Dynamic redirects
Pro
or $20/year — save 17%
For businesses that need unlimited codes and full analytics.
- Unlimited trackable QR codes
- Unlimited scans tracked
- Full analytics dashboard
- CSV data export
- 12-month data retention
- Custom logo & colours
- Priority support
All plans include dynamic redirects. Payments secured by Razorpay.
Frequently asked
Questions, answered
Everything you need to know about trackable QR codes.
A trackable QR code routes scanners through a redirect server that logs each scan before forwarding them to your destination URL. Unlike a basic QR code that encodes a URL directly, a trackable QR code lets you see who scanned it (city, country), when (date, time), and what device they used — all without requiring any app from the scanner.
No. QRPulse's redirect servers add under 50 ms to the journey, which is imperceptible to the person scanning. The logging happens asynchronously after the redirect has been sent.
Yes. That is one of the biggest advantages of a dynamic trackable QR code. You can change the destination URL as many times as you want inside QRPulse. The printed QR code image never needs to change.
QRPulse records the timestamp, approximate city and country (derived from IP), operating system, device type (mobile/tablet/desktop), and browser. Individual users are not identified — no personal data is stored.
The free plan tracks up to 50 scans per month across up to 2 active QR codes. The Pro plan ($2/month or $20/year) gives you unlimited QR codes and unlimited scan tracking, plus CSV export and longer data retention.
No. Because the scan is logged by a server before the redirect, the scanner needs an active internet connection. Standard static QR codes that encode a URL directly can be opened offline (no tracking, no redirect).
QRPulse collects only aggregate, anonymised data (city-level location, device type, timestamp). No personal identifiers are stored. You should still disclose analytics use in your privacy policy if you operate in the EU.
Get started
Start tracking your first QR code today.
Free forever plan. No credit card. Live analytics from your very first scan.