Nicola Franchini

<p><strong>QRcdr</strong> integrates a complete, intuitive QR code generator into your WordPress site’s frontend. It enables your visitors to create, customize, and download their own static QR codes without leaving your page, turning your website into a practical digital utility.</p>
<p>The plugin is designed for seamless configuration using a <strong>native Gutenberg block</strong>. From the editor, you can decide which services to offer (URL, Wi-Fi, vCard, etc.), set default colors, and manage the generator’s layout to match your site’s brand identity.</p>
<p>While the free version provides a powerful tool for generating high-quality static codes, <strong>QRcdr PRO</strong> unlocks advanced marketing features such as dynamic QR codes, scan analytics, and a full subscription system (SaaS).</p>
<p>👉 <a href="https://qrcdr.pro/demo/" rel="nofollow ugc">Try the online demo and see it in action!</a></p>
<h3>✨ Key Features (Free Version)</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Frontend User Generator:</strong> A clean, interactive interface available to all your website visitors.</li>
<li><strong>Intuitive Gutenberg Block:</strong> Easily insert the generator into any page or post. Configure active services, default styles, and colors directly from the editor sidebar.</li>
<li><strong>Advanced Design Customization:</strong>
<ul>
<li><strong>Colors & Gradients:</strong> Choose solid colors or professional linear/radial gradients.</li>
<li><strong>Custom Patterns:</strong> Select from various body shapes, including dots and different geometric patterns.</li>
<li><strong>Custom Eyes:</strong> Personalize the corner “eye” styles (both frame and eyeball) for a unique look.</li>
<li><strong>Designer Frames:</strong> Add frames with customizable “Scan Me” text labels to increase engagement.</li>
<li><strong>Logo Upload:</strong> Allow users to center their own brand logo within the QR code.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>14+ Supported Data Types:</strong>
<ul>
<li>Websites (URL), Plain Text, Email Addresses.</li>
<li>Location (OpenStreetMap), Phone Numbers, SMS, WhatsApp, Skype.</li>
<li>Zoom Meetings, Wi-Fi Network Credentials.</li>
<li>vCard (Digital Business Card), Events (iCalendar).</li>
<li>PayPal Checkout and Bitcoin addresses.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>High-Resolution Downloads:</strong> Immediate export in <strong>PNG, SVG, and PDF</strong> formats, ready for digital use or professional printing.</li>
</ul>
<h3>🔒 Privacy & Performance: The Self-Hosted Advantage</h3>
<p>Unlike many QR generators that rely on external cloud APIs, <strong>QRcdr runs entirely on your own server</strong>. This provides a professional, high-performance foundation for your site:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>100% Private & GDPR Ready:</strong> Since all generation happens locally, sensitive user data (such as Wi-Fi passwords or contact details) never leaves your server.</li>
<li><strong>Optimal Speed:</strong> Benefit from instant QR code generation. By processing requests on-site, you eliminate the latency of third-party API calls, ensuring a snappier experience for your visitors.</li>
<li><strong>Total Autonomy:</strong> The generation engine is fully integrated into the plugin. Your tool remains available and under your direct control at all times, independent of external service status.</li>
<li><strong>Data Sovereignty:</strong> No third-party tracking pixels or external scripts are involved in the process. You maintain full ownership of your site’s data and your users’ privacy.</li>
</ul>
<h3>🚀 Scale Your Business with QRcdr PRO</h3>
<p>The PRO version transforms the generator into a data-driven marketing platform:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Dynamic QR Codes:</strong> Change the destination URL or content at any time, even after the code has been printed.</li>
<li><strong>Advanced Analytics:</strong> Track performance with detailed statistics on scans, geographic location, and device types.</li>
<li><strong>Professional Templates:</strong> Access exclusive business types such as Digital Menus, Coupons, Feedback forms, and vCard Plus.</li>
<li><strong>SaaS & Monetization:</strong> Build your own business by offering paid plans. Manage subscriptions, recurring payments, and generation limits directly from your WordPress dashboard.</li>
<li><strong>User Dashboard:</strong> A private area where registered users can save, edit, and monitor their dynamic QR codes over time.</li>
</ul>
<p>Learn more at <strong><a href="https://qrcdr.pro/" rel="nofollow ugc">qrcdr.pro</a></strong></p>
<h3>External Services</h3>
<p>This plugin uses OpenStreetMap services to display maps and locate coordinates.</p>
<p><strong>OpenStreetMap (Map Tiles)</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Service:</strong> Provides the graphical map tiles used in the “Location” tab.</li>
<li><strong>Used for:</strong> Displaying the map so users can pick a location.</li>
<li><strong>Data sent:</strong> When the map loads, the user’s browser makes requests to OpenStreetMap servers. This transmits standard request data (IP address, User Agent) to retrieve the map images.</li>
<li><a href="https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Privacy_Policy" rel="nofollow ugc">Privacy Policy</a> – <a href="https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright" rel="nofollow ugc">Terms</a></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Nominatim (Address Search)</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Service:</strong> OpenStreetMap’s geocoding service.</li>
<li><strong>Used for:</strong> Converting the text address entered by the user into geographic coordinates (Latitude/Longitude).</li>
<li><strong>Data sent:</strong> The address string typed by the user is sent to Nominatim servers via an API request.</li>
<li><a href="https://osmfoundation.org/wiki/Privacy_Policy" rel="nofollow ugc">Privacy Policy</a> – <a href="https://operations.osmfoundation.org/policies/nominatim/" rel="nofollow ugc">Usage Policy</a></li>
</ul>
<h3>Copyright</h3>
<ul>
<li>Default maps data provided by: <strong>OpenStreetMap</strong> under <a href="https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright" rel="nofollow ugc">ODbL</a>.</li>
</ul>


QRcdr – Frontend Generator for Custom and Dynamic QR Codes

Give your visitors a frontend QR code generator. Custom colors, logos, 14+ data types, PNG, SVG and PDF export. Dynamic codes and analytics with PRO.

Sharabindu

<p><strong>Master QR Generator</strong> is a powerful and user-friendly <strong>QR code generator WordPress plugin</strong> that lets you create professional static QR codes directly from your WordPress dashboard. Customize colors, shapes, eyes, logos, and styles with ease. No coding required.</p>
<p>Generate QR codes for <strong>Posts, Pages, WooCommerce Products, Custom Post Types</strong>, and multiple content types including URLs, text, phone numbers, email, WiFi access, vCard, Google Maps, WhatsApp Chat, and more.</p>
<p>Perfect for <strong>marketers, bloggers, business owners, agencies, and WooCommerce stores</strong> who need fast, customizable QR code solutions.</p>
<p><a href="https://plugins.wordpressqrcode.com/" title="Pro Demo of Matser QR Generator" rel="nofollow ugc">Try the Demo</a> | <a href="https://sharabindu.com/plugins/master-qr-generator/" rel="nofollow ugc">Premium version</a> | <a href="https://plugins.wordpressqrcode.com/docs/introduction/" title="Documents" rel="nofollow ugc">Documents</a></p>
<h3>Preview WordPress QR Code Generator</h3>
<span class="embed-youtube" style="text-align:center; display: block;"><iframe loading="lazy" class="youtube-player" width="750" height="422" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/manjEeq5wgI?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en-US&autohide=2&wmode=transparent" allowfullscreen="true" style="border:0;" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox"></iframe></span>
<h3>Key Features (Free Version)</h3>
<h4>Generate QR Codes for All WordPress Content</h4>
<p>Create QR codes for Posts, Pages, Products, and Custom Post Types instantly.</p>
<h4>Supports Multiple QR Code Content Types</h4>
<p>Generate QR codes for:<br />
– URLs / Custom Links<br />
– Text<br />
– Email<br />
– Phone<br />
– SMS<br />
– Wi-Fi<br />
– Google Maps (latitude & longitude)<br />
– WhatsApp Chat<br />
– vCard (basic contact info)</p>
<h4>Full Customization Options</h4>
<ul>
<li>Customize colors, sizes, and shapes  </li>
<li>Change QR code styles using DotScale technology  </li>
<li>Add logos or icons inside QR codes  </li>
<li>Create stylish and modern QR designs  </li>
</ul>
<h4>Easy Display Anywhere</h4>
<ul>
<li>Use shortcodes  </li>
<li>Gutenberg block supported  </li>
<li>Works with any WordPress theme or page builder  </li>
</ul>
<h4>Download QR Images</h4>
<ul>
<li>Download QR codes as PNG images with one click</li>
</ul>
<p>Beginner friendly and requires no coding skills.<br />
Perfect for marketers, business owners, event managers, WooCommerce stores, and agencies.</p>
<p>Try Demo | Backend Demo | Premium Version | Documentation</p>
<h3>Why Use Master QR Generator?</h3>
<p>Master QR Generator helps you boost engagement, increase conversions, and connect offline users to your online content easily.</p>
<p>Ideal for:<br />
– Marketing campaigns<br />
– Product packaging<br />
– Event promotions<br />
– Magazine ads<br />
– Business cards<br />
– Contactless menus<br />
– Service promotions<br />
– Store locations</p>
<p>This plugin helps you build interactive, scannable experiences that improve user engagement and brand visibility.</p>
<h3>Core Features Explained</h3>
<h4>Stylish QR Codes for WordPress</h4>
<p>Use DotScale customization to create beautiful, unique, and branded QR codes.</p>
<h4>Custom Text / Number / Link QR</h4>
<p>Quickly generate QR codes for text, contact numbers, or any custom URL.</p>
<h4>Google Map QR Code</h4>
<p>Add your business location using Google Maps QR codes. Supports latitude and longitude.</p>
<h4>WhatsApp Chat QR Code</h4>
<p>Create instant WhatsApp chat QR codes by entering your WhatsApp number.</p>
<h4>WiFi QR Code</h4>
<p>Allow visitors to connect to your Wi-Fi network by scanning a QR code.</p>
<h4>Email Address QR Code</h4>
<p>Share email addresses instantly via QR code.</p>
<h4>Phone Number QR Code</h4>
<p>Visitors can call you instantly with one scan.</p>
<h4>vCard QR Code</h4>
<p>Generate digital business card QR codes containing full contact details.</p>
<h3>EXTRA FEATURES FOR PREMIUM</h3>
<p>► <strong>ADD QR CODE EYE COLOR</strong>: Make QR code attractive using QR code eye color in the premium version</p>
<p>► <strong>ADD QR CODE EYE BORDER COLOR</strong>: Make QR code attractive using QR code eye border color in the premium version</p>
<p>► <strong>ADD QR CODE VERTICAL TIMING COLOR</strong>: Make QR code attractive using QR code Vertical Timing Color in the premium version.</p>
<p>► <strong>ADD QR CODE HAORIZONTAL TIMING COLOR</strong>: Make QR code attractive using QR code Haorizontal Timing Color in the premium version.</p>
<p>► <strong>ADD CENTER LOGO:</strong> The premium version allows you to place your website’s Brand logo/image in the center of the QR code.</p>
<p>► <strong>ADD BACKGROUND IMAGE:</strong> The premium version allows you to place your website’s Brand logo/image in the background of the QR code.</p>
<p>► <strong>BULK VCARD QR CODE GENERATOR</strong>: In the premium version, you can create as many vCard QR codes as you want. vCard allows the sharing of basic information like name, contact information, job title, address, and website URL via QR code.</p>
<p>► <strong>ADD LOGO FOR DIFFERENT POST TYPES:</strong> You can set different logo based on post type. So you can manage the brand logo and increase brand value with a QR code. Upload different images based on different post types and improve site quality. <a href="https://plugins.wordpressqrcode.com/logo-for-different-post-type/" rel="nofollow ugc">View Demo</a></p>
<p>► <strong>SHORTCODE WITH ATTRIBUTES:</strong>In the free version, you can use QR code shortcode one time. But in the premium version, you can use attributes for each shortcode. You can design QR codes differently using the shortcode features, change content elements, and generate QR codes in bulk using the features. <a href="https://plugins.wordpressqrcode.com/docs/short-code/#1-toc-title" rel="nofollow ugc">Read Docs</a>.</p>
<p>► <strong>WORDPRESS WIDGET SUPPORTED</strong>: The premium plugin has powerful WordPress widget facilities for creating QR. You can easily create custom text, links, current page links, numbers, WhatsApp chat access, and tax code for email addresses using this widget.</p>
<p>► <strong>QR CODE GENERATE WITH ELEMENTOR</strong>: Elementor users can easily generate QR codes with the “Master QR” addon. Master QR addon is excellent for generating current page URLs, custom links, email addresses, phone numbers, wifi access, WhatsApp chat, and vCard QR code.</p>
<p>► <strong>QR CODE  BULK PRINT</strong>: Post-type-based QR codes can be easily printed from one page. In bulk print settings, you can choose a post type like ‘Product’, ‘Post’, ‘Page’, ‘Custom Post’, etc., for filtering. You will receive a printout as a PDF.  <a href="https://plugins.wordpressqrcode.com/qr-code-print/" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>Live Demo :</strong></a></p>
<p>►  <strong>DOWNLOAD QR CODES FROM ONE PAGE</strong>: This is a powerful advantage for the website owner. They can easily download QR images from one page. This option is available for post-type QR.  <a href="https://plugins.wordpressqrcode.com/qr-code-download/" rel="nofollow ugc"><strong>Live Demo :</strong></a></p>
<h3>And many more things are waiting for you to discover</h3>
<p><a href="https://sharabindu.com/plugins/master-qr-generator/" rel="nofollow ugc">GET PRO VERSION</a></p>
<h3>Elementor QR Code Generator</h3>
<span class="embed-youtube" style="text-align:center; display: block;"><iframe loading="lazy" class="youtube-player" width="750" height="422" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zSqQYq2D9X4?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en-US&autohide=2&wmode=transparent" allowfullscreen="true" style="border:0;" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox"></iframe></span>
<h4>Privacy</h4>
<p>This plugin does not connect to any third-party applications. It does not collect or store any user information. This plugin generates QR code images based only on URLs and your custom content. QR code images are not saved to any file</p>
<h4>Feedback</h4>
<p>Give any suggestions or feedback, thank you for using or trying our plugin. Please let us know about your experience and rate this plugin.</p>
<h4>Credits</h4>
<p>The QR Code generator library is included (based on EasyQRCodeJS written by Ray, EasyProject) and doesn’t need any dependencies.</p>


Master QR Code Generator – Fast & Easy QR Code Creator


The pro version looks to have most of the features you'd want and has a relatively cheap lifetime licence.  It would appear that at least for my purposes the free version is not useful as it is very limited and doesn't provide shortcode support.  I like to try the free versions of many plugins before selection so that rules me out for this one.  I will (at least for now) continue to use the "Kaya QR Code Generator" plugin.


PRO looks Excellent, FREE not so much

Generates QR codes for every page, post, product, and custom post for the WordPress website.

QRcdr – Frontend Generator for Custom and Dynamic QR Codes vs Master QR Code Generator – Fast & Easy QR Code Creator