How to Get a Free QR Code with Analytics
If you want to know how many people scan your QR code — and where from — you need analytics. This guide explains what QR code analytics show, why they require a dynamic code, and how to get them at the lowest cost.
Why static QR codes can't be tracked
A static QR code sends the scanner straight to your destination without passing through any server, so there is nothing to record. To track scans you need a dynamic QR code, which routes each scan through a short link where the scan can be counted before redirecting.
What QR code analytics show
On hrefs.eu, dynamic QR code analytics include the total number of scans, scans over time, approximate location (country and city derived from IP), referrer where available, and device information such as operating system and browser. This lets you measure which campaigns and placements perform best.
Getting analytics affordably
True scan analytics require a dynamic code, which is a paid feature on every platform because it relies on a redirect service. hrefs.eu offers it at €1.99/month with unlimited scans and no per-scan fees — one of the cheapest ways to get QR code analytics. You can also try it for three months for a one-time €1.99.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a truly free QR code generator with analytics?
Free tools generally only offer static codes, which cannot be tracked. Analytics require a dynamic code and therefore a paid plan, but hrefs.eu keeps it very low at €1.99/month with unlimited scans.
What location data do QR code analytics provide?
Analytics show approximate location — typically country and city — derived from the scanner's IP address. They do not reveal a person's precise GPS position.