LinkShrinks

Free QR code

Free QR code generator for your short links

Looking for a free QR code? LinkShrinks lets you shorten URLs for free, and Premium adds downloadable QR codes tied to every short link — perfect for menus, flyers, packaging, and event signage.

Custom links are a Premium feature

Upgrade to choose your own short paths and manage them from your dashboard.

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How free QR codes work on LinkShrinks

A QR code is a scannable image that opens a URL when someone points their phone camera at it. To create one, you first need a link — then the QR code encodes that address.

LinkShrinks free tier includes 5 short links per month. QR code PNG downloads are a Premium feature: shorten a link, download the QR, and print it anywhere. Scans count as clicks in your Premium analytics dashboard.

How it works

  1. 1

    Shorten your URL

    Paste the page you want people to reach — menu, signup, product, or contact form.

  2. 2

    Upgrade to Premium for QR download

    Premium unlocks one-click PNG QR codes for each short link you create.

  3. 3

    Print and track scans

    Add the QR to physical materials. Premium links never expire, so printed codes keep working.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about free QR codes and LinkShrinks.

Is the QR code generator completely free?
URL shortening is free up to your monthly limit. Downloadable QR code PNGs require Premium.
What do I get for free?
Free users can shorten 5 links per month (90-day expiry) and copy the short URL. QR download is included with Premium.
What file format are QR codes?
Premium QR codes download as PNG images ready for print and digital use.
Does the QR code expire?
The QR encodes your short link. Free links expire after 90 days; Premium links do not expire.
Can I track QR code scans?
Yes. Scans open your short link and are recorded as clicks in Premium link analytics.
How much does Premium cost?
Premium is $4 per month with QR downloads, 100 links per month, custom paths, bulk tools, and analytics.

Get a QR code for your link

Shorten a URL above, then upgrade to Premium to download your QR code PNG.

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