Create a Free QR Code for Online Videos

Stop losing viewers to clunky links and slow downloads. Instantly share your video with a free, secure video QR Code.

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Redirect to an existing web URL
Try something like https://example.com/
Shorten the URL by converting to dynamic QR code for better scannability

To enable tracking, create a Dynamic QR Code

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How does a video QR Code work?

Scan → Watch → Engage

  • Format preselected: Socials QR Code → YouTube
  • Input: Paste video link
  • Output: Customizable QR Code with CTA and branding optional

A video QR Code lets anyone watch clips instantly without typing or searching. Users can scan a QR Code to open your video in a mobile-friendly player on YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, or even MP4.

Create a Video QR Code

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Global businesses on our platform

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Countries with active users

Build your video QR Code in 4 easy steps

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Step 1

Copy your video URL

Copy your video URL from YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, or an MP4 file link. Ensure your URL is accessible to all.

Step 2

Paste your video URL

Go to The QR Code Generator, select Socials, and then YouTube. Paste your video link and click Next.

Step 3

Customize your video QR Code

Add your logo and brand colors and customize it to match the QR Code to your print or digital collateral. Once you've done this, click Save.

Step 4

Download and test

Name your video QR Code and export it in the format of your choice. Don’t forget to test your QR Code before printing it.

Create a free dynamic QR Code

Connect audiences to your video with one scan

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Extend your reach

Connect your physical marketing to digital engagement. Add videos to product packaging, include virtual tours in real estate flyers, or embed testimonials in brochures, reaching users beyond screens.

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Measure in real time

With a dynamic video QR Code, track how many people scanned, where they scanned from, and when. Use this data to fine-tune your video content and marketing campaigns.

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Stay relevant

Update your video anytime to keep campaigns fresh. Launched something new? Swap the link in seconds and keep every printed QR Code working.

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Boost conversions

93% marketers report good ROI from video content, and 95% of businesses say QR Codes help them gather first-party data. Video QR Codes let you combine them for maximum impact.

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Strengthen brand recall

Turn every interaction into a memorable experience with video QR Codes. Give users an engaging way to remember your brand long after the first scan.

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Best ways to create video QR Codes that convert

Pick the right type

Pick the right type

Go with a dynamic video QR Code if you want flexibility. You’ll be able to update the video anytime and track engagement, unlike static QR Codes.

Keep it short

Keep it short

Aim for 60–90 seconds. Hook viewers in the first 10 seconds, use captions for silent viewers, and make sure your video title sets clear expectations.

Add a CTA frame

Add a CTA frame

A plain QR Code can feel risky to scan. Add a short message like “Scan to Watch the Demo” or “See How It Works” so people know exactly what they’ll get.

Brand your QR Code

Brand your QR Code

Customize it with your logo and colors. A branded QR Code looks professional, builds trust, and feels like part of your campaign, not an afterthought.

Place where people pause

Place where people pause

Place them where people naturally pause, such as menus, flyers, packaging, or booths. Avoid spots with poor visibility, awkward angles, or high movement.

Test before launch

Test before launch

Check your QR Code on different devices and in different conditions. Make sure videos load quickly and smoothly on mobile to prevent drop-offs.

Get more views with smart video QR Code placements

Flyers and posters

Flyers and posters

Place your video QR Code on event flyers, posters, or print ads to share event previews, behind-the-scenes content, or product teasers.

Product packaging

Product packaging

Use your video QR Code to link directly to how-to videos, assembly guides, or unboxing experiences. Customers can watch step-by-step instructions the moment they open your product.

Restaurant menus

Restaurant menus

Add a video QR Code next to signature dishes or drinks so diners can watch chef introductions, ingredient sourcing, or behind-the-scenes videos. Great for upselling and enhancing the dining experience.

Business cards

Business cards

Replace static text with a personal introduction video or a client testimonial reel to stand out at networking events.

Trade show

Trade show

Place the video QR Codes on banners, brochures, or tabletop displays so visitors can watch product walkthroughs or customer success stories.

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Industries where video QR Codes work best

No matter your field, a video QR Code bridges offline and online experiences. Turn your physical touchpoints into immersive video moments.

Retail and e-commerce

79% of customers say they are more likely to purchase a product with a QR Code providing more information about it. Link customers directly to unboxing videos, styling tips, or usage demos from product packaging, tags, or in-store signage. Build trust and boost purchase confidence before they even buy.

Real estate

Add video QR Codes to property flyers, yard signs, or window displays so potential buyers can instantly take a virtual tour. Plus, listings with videos receive 403% more inquiries than those without.

Hospitality and restaurants

Include video QR Codes on menus and table tents, to show chef specials or farm-to-table sourcing stories. Add them to welcome packets, lobby displays, or in-room cards in hotels. Guests can watch virtual hotel tours and local attraction guides.

Events and conferences

Place video QR Codes on event flyers, badges, or booths to showcase speaker trailers, highlight reels, or sponsor messages. This will drive attendee excitement and participation before and during events.

Education and training

Place video QR Codes in textbooks, workbooks, or manuals to make learning accessible anytime, anywhere. Share quick tutorials, onboarding sessions, or module summaries that learners can access conveniently.

Sales and consulting

Build trust and guide prospects through your offerings with video QR Codes. Include it in your proposal documents, sales decks, or leave-behinds to share a tailored demo or case study.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can use video QR Codes with links from platforms such as YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, or direct MP4 file URLs. For optimal accessibility, ensure your video is set to “public” or “unlisted” to allow uninterrupted viewing through the QR Code.

Yes, by using a dynamic video QR Code. Dynamic QR Codes  allow you to change the linked video URL anytime without reprinting your materials. This gives you full flexibility to update your content whenever needed.

Dynamic video QR Codes provide detailed scan analytics including information about the location, time, device type, and total scan count. This data helps you understand your audience better and optimize your marketing campaigns effectively.

Absolutely. You can customize your video QR Code by adding your brand colors and logo. Customized QR Codes increase brand recognition and encourage more people to scan your code.

Video QR Codes are ideal for product packaging, event flyers, brochures, menus, business cards, and storefront displays. They allow you to share video content without taking up physical space, making them perfect for any marketing materials or promotional items.

Yes. You can create a static video QR Code for free. If you want advanced features like the ability to update videos or track scans, you will need to use a dynamic video QR Code. The QR Code Generator offers two forever-free dynamic QR Codes.