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title: "How to make QR codes trackable"
description: "Step-by-step instructions to create trackable dynamic QR codes and connect them to campaign reporting."
canonical: "https://linkbreakers.com/help/article/how-to-make-qr-codes-trackable"
last-updated: 2026-10-28
---

# How to make QR codes trackable

> Step-by-step instructions to create trackable dynamic QR codes and connect them to campaign reporting.

Video: [How to track QR code scans in real time](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FE_kge2DGQ)

## Short answer

Create a dynamic QR code that routes through your tracking platform, then connect campaign parameters and reporting views before launch.

## Step-by-step

1. **Create a dynamic destination** in your workspace
2. **Attach campaign tags/UTMs** for attribution
3. **Generate the QR code** and export the required format
4. **Test scan paths** on iOS and Android
5. **Publish** to print or digital placements
6. **Monitor** scans and conversion events in dashboard views

## Recommended setup

- Use a naming convention for campaign and placement
- Keep one owner per campaign for data hygiene
- Define a success metric before launch (for example, signups, leads, bookings)
- Run a pre-launch scan QA checklist on multiple devices and networks to catch redirect, UTM, and destination issues early

## Limits and caveats

- Existing static printed codes generally need replacement.
- Scan analytics require network access at scan time.
- Scan location is approximate and IP-based by default. Precise location needs a [Location request](https://linkbreakers.com/help/article/how-to-ask-for-a-visitors-precise-location) step and the visitor's permission.

## Frequently asked questions

**Can I track QR scans across multiple locations?**
Yes. Use tags or campaign parameters per placement.

**Do I need API access to get useful reporting?**
No. Dashboard reporting is enough for many teams; API is for advanced pipelines.

**What causes bad tracking quality?**
Missing campaign parameters, inconsistent naming, and untested destination redirects.

For larger programs, document your campaign taxonomy and dashboard definitions in advance so cross-team reporting remains consistent over time.

## Additional context

Use this page as a baseline reference and validate details against your current campaign setup, reporting requirements, and compliance obligations before rollout.