How to make a social media QR code
- Choose the platformInstagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, X, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Snapchat, Telegram, Threads, GitHub, Spotify, Twitch, Discord, Reddit, Behance, Dribbble, Medium or Linktree.
- Type your usernameWithout the @. The generator builds the correct profile link for the platform.
- Add a frame and your logoName the platform in the frame text, for example "FOLLOW US ON PINTEREST", so people know where they're going.
- Download and testScan it with a phone and check that the right profile opens.
Supported platforms
| Platform | Link the code opens | Dedicated guide |
|---|---|---|
| instagram.com/username | Instagram QR code | |
| facebook.com/username | Facebook QR code | |
| YouTube | youtube.com/@handle | YouTube QR code |
| TikTok | tiktok.com/@username | TikTok QR code |
| X (Twitter) | x.com/username | X QR code |
| linkedin.com/in/username | LinkedIn QR code | |
| Telegram | t.me/username | Telegram QR code |
| Spotify | open.spotify.com link | Spotify QR code |
| pinterest.com/username | This page | |
| Snapchat | snapchat.com/add/username | This page |
| Threads | threads.net/@username | This page |
| Discord | discord.gg/invite-code | This page |
| GitHub, Twitch, Reddit, Behance, Dribbble, Medium, Linktree | Profile link | This page |
For a page, group, post or video rather than a profile, switch to the URL tab and paste the full link.
Platform notes
- Snapchat: the code opens your "Add friend" page. Snapchat also has its own Snapcode, which only the Snapchat camera reads; a QR code works with any phone camera.
- Pinterest: link to your profile, or paste a board link in the URL tab to send people to one collection, such as a recipe or wedding-ideas board.
- Discord: use an invite code that never expires. In Discord, create an invite, open "Edit invite link" and set "Expire after" to "Never", otherwise the printed code stops working after seven days.
- Threads: usernames are the same as on Instagram.
- Reddit: the code opens a user profile. For a community, paste the reddit.com/r/… link in the URL tab.
One code or many?
| Approach | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| One code per platform | Opens the app directly; easy to measure which platform grows | Takes more space; too many codes confuse people |
| One code to a link page (Linktree or your website) | Small, one scan for everything | An extra tap before people follow you |
On business cards and small packaging, one code to a link page is usually better. On a shop window or event banner where one platform matters most, give that platform its own code with a clear call to action.
Design tips
- Dark dots on a light background scan best on every phone. Put the platform's brand color in the frame or the corner squares.
- Use your own logo in the center; platform logos come with brand guidelines.
- Write your @username under the code, so people who don't scan can still find you.
- Print at least 2.5 cm (1 in) wide on cards and 15 cm or more on posters.
Measuring follows
Static codes don't count scans, but every platform's insights show profile visits and new followers. Compare the weeks before and after a code goes up. To count exact visits, point the code at your own website with a UTM tag and link to your profiles from there.
Frequently asked questions
Which social platforms are supported?
Nineteen: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, X, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Snapchat, Telegram, Threads, GitHub, Spotify, Twitch, Discord, Reddit, Behance, Dribbble, Medium and Linktree, plus any other link through the URL tab.
Can one QR code link to all my social profiles?
Yes. Point it at a link page such as Linktree (supported in the Social tab) or a page on your own website that lists every profile.
Does the code open the app?
Yes, if the app is installed. Otherwise the profile opens in the browser.
What if I change my username?
Codes with the old username stop working. Make a new code after renaming.
Why does my Discord QR code stop working?
Discord invites expire after seven days by default. Create an invite set to never expire before you make the code.
Is it free?
Yes. No sign-up, no watermark, no scan limits and the code never expires.
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Last updated October 27, 2026 by the PloraKit team. Found a problem? Tell us.
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