Want to know how many people scanned your QR code — and where and when? You can, but only if it's a dynamic QR code. Here's how QR tracking works and how to set it up free.
Why static QR codes can't be tracked
A static QR encodes the destination directly, so scans go straight to the site with nothing in between to count them. A dynamic QR encodes a short link that redirects — and that redirect is where every scan is logged.
What you can track
- Total scans and scans over time (spot when a campaign peaks).
- Location — country and city.
- Device — iOS vs Android, mobile vs desktop.
- Referrer and campaign, if you add UTM parameters.
How to track QR scans with lynkily
- Create a short link for your destination and generate its QR code.
- Add UTM tags (e.g.
utm_source=poster) if you want campaign attribution. - Print or publish the QR. Every scan is recorded automatically.
- Open analytics to see scans by time, location and device — on a live map.
Tips for cleaner data
- Use a separate QR per placement (table tent vs flyer vs window) to compare them.
- Add UTMs so scans show up next to your other channels.
- Keep the code dynamic so you can repoint it without losing the scan history.