First Qlink

Create Your First QR Code

This detailed guide covers everything you need to know about creating your first Qlink - from choosing the right type to optimizing for best performance.

Before You Start

Quick Setup? For a 5-minute setup, try our Quick Start Guide first.

Detailed Setup? This guide provides comprehensive information for:

• Understanding different Qlink types
• Advanced customization options
• Professional design considerations
• Performance optimization

Prerequisites:

• Rytinco account (Account Setup Guide)
• Destination URL ready (website, menu, contact info, etc.)
• Clear idea of your Qlink’s purpose

Step 2: Choose Your QR Code Type

Rytinco offers several types of QR codes to suit different needs:

Website URL

• Best for: Directing customers to websites, online menus, or landing pages
• Example: Restaurant menu, product catalog, company website

Contact Information (vCard)

• Best for: Sharing business contact details
• Example: Business cards, networking events, storefronts

SMS/WhatsApp

• Best for: Instant messaging and customer support
• Example: Customer service, bookings, quick inquiries

Email

• Best for: Pre-filled email contact forms
• Example: Support requests, feedback forms

Location

• Best for: Directing customers to your physical location
• Example: Stores, restaurants, event venues

Tip

Start Simple: For your first Qlink, we recommend starting with a Website URL type as it’s the most versatile and commonly used.

Step 3: Configure Your Qlink Details

Basic Information

1. Name Your Qlink: Choose a descriptive name (e.g., “Restaurant Menu”, “Business Card”)
2. Add Description (optional): Brief note about what this Qlink is for

Destination Settings

1. Enter Your URL: Type or paste the destination URL

   • Example: https://yourrestaurant.com/menu
   • Make sure the URL starts with http:// or https://

2. Custom Back-Half (optional): Create a memorable short link

   • Instead of: rytinco.com/xy12
   • Use: rytinco.com/restaurant-menu

Caution

URL Validation: Rytinco will check that your URL is valid and accessible. If there’s an issue, you’ll see a warning message.

Step 4: Design Your QR Code

Basic Styling

1. Select Colors:
   • Foreground: The dark parts of the QR code (default: black)
   • Background: The light parts of the QR code (default: white)
   • Use your brand colors for consistency

Advanced Styling (Optional)

1. Add Logo: Upload your logo or select an icon for the center

   • Supported formats: PNG, JPG, SVG
   • Recommended size: 64x64px to 128x128px
   • The logo will be automatically sized to maintain QR code readability

2. Corner Style: Choose from different corner shapes

   • Square (default)
   • Rounded
   • Circle

3. Pattern Style: Select the QR code pattern design

   • Square (default)
   • Circle
   • Rounded

Tip

Design Best Practices:

• Ensure good contrast between foreground and background colors
• Keep logos small (maximum 20% of QR code size)
• Test scanning before printing to ensure readability

Step 5: Configure Advanced Settings (Optional)

UTM Parameters for Analytics

If you want detailed tracking in Google Analytics or other tools:

1. Campaign Source: Where the Qlink is placed (e.g., “table-tent”, “poster”)
2. Campaign Medium: Always use “rytinco”
3. Campaign Name: Descriptive campaign name (e.g., “summer-menu-2024”)
4. Campaign Content: Specific content identifier (optional)

Step 6: Generate and Test Your QR Code

1. Click “Create” to generate your QR code
2. Wait for generation: This usually takes 2-3 seconds
3. Test immediately: Use your phone to scan the QR code
   • The QR code should open your destination URL
   • Check that it works on both Android and iPhone

Caution

Always Test First: Never print or distribute a QR code without testing it first on multiple devices.

Step 7: Download and Use Your QR Code

Download Options

1. PNG Format: Best for most uses (recommended)
2. SVG Format: Best for professional printing and large sizes
3. JPEG Format: Ready-to-print with margins

Print Quality Tips

• Use SVG format for professional printing
• Minimum size: 2cm x 2cm for reliable scanning
• Leave white space around the QR code (quiet zone)
• Test print quality before mass production

Step 8: Track Performance

Once your Qlink is active, you can monitor its performance:

1. Go to Analytics Dashboard: Click “Analytics” in the sidebar
2. View Real-time Data: See scans as they happen
3. Geographic Insights: See where people are scanning
4. Device Data: Understand your audience’s device preferences
5. Peak Times: Learn when people scan most often

Common First-Time Issues

QR Code Won’t Scan

• Check contrast: Ensure dark/light colors have enough contrast
• Verify size: QR code should be at least 2cm x 2cm
• Test different devices: Try Android and iPhone
• Check logo size: Large logos can interfere with scanning

Wrong Destination

• Double-check URL: Ensure the destination URL is correct
• Test in browser: Visit the URL directly to verify it works
• Check redirects: Make sure the URL doesn’t have broken redirects

Missing Analytics

• Wait 5-10 minutes: Analytics data may take a few minutes to appear
• Verify UTM parameters: Check that tracking codes are correctly set
• Test multiple scans: Try scanning from different devices/locations

Next Steps

Congratulations! You’ve created your first dynamic QR code. Here’s what to do next:

1. Customize the Design - Add your branding and style
2. Set Up Analytics Tracking - Get detailed insights
3. Create a Landing Page - Build a custom page for your Qlink
4. Manage Multiple Qlink - Learn bulk operations

Need Help?

• Live Chat: Available in your Rytinco dashboard
• Email: support@rytinco.com

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