The complete guide to QR codes for restaurants
Menu, WiFi and reviews — what to print, where to put it, and how to keep every code scannable off a laminated table tent.
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How to use QR codes in a coffee shop
Menu, guest WiFi and loyalty — where each code goes on the counter, the cup and the window.
QR code vs barcode: the real difference
A pointer versus a payload — plus what GS1 Sunrise 2027 changes for packaging.
QR code vs short link: which do you need?
They solve opposite halves of the same problem — and whether to put one inside the other is the real decision.
Best free QR code generators in 2026
Which tools are free forever, which are free until a trial ends, and where this one falls short.
What size should a QR code be to print?
The 10:1 scan-distance rule and safe minimums for cards, posters and packaging.
Static vs dynamic QR codes: which do you need?
Why a free static code never expires — and when a trackable one is worth paying for.
Add a logo without breaking your QR code
Error correction, safe logo size, and contrast — keep it scannable and on-brand.
PNG or SVG: which QR file should you download?
Raster for screens, vector for print — a quick rule for picking the right export.
Coloring QR codes so they still scan
Contrast ratios, inverted codes, and the color combos that quietly fail.
WiFi QR codes for cafes and hotels
Set up guest WiFi once, print it on the table tent, and stop reading passwords aloud.
QR code vs NFC tag: which should you use?
One is free to reproduce and works on any camera. The other costs money per unit. When each wins.
Why did my QR code stop working?
Six reasons a code that scanned fine last month suddenly does not — and which ones need a reprint.
Are QR codes safe? What a scan can and cannot do
A code is just text. It cannot install anything. The risk is the destination — here is how to check it.
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