QRmkr vs Linktree
Linktree gives you a page. QRmkr gives you the code that survives changing which page.
Linktree is a link-in-bio product: one hosted page listing everywhere else you exist, with a QR code that points at it. For creators that is a genuinely good fit and the QR is a sensible convenience. The limitation shows up when the code is printed on something and the destination needs to stop being your Linktree - a new site, a campaign page, a shop. A code generated from a hosted page is tied to that page. A dynamic code is tied to a redirect you control, and can point at Linktree today and somewhere else next year.
QRmkr vs Linktree at a glance
| Feature | QRmkr | Linktree |
|---|---|---|
| Free static QR codes | Free forever, never expire | QR for your hosted page |
| Repoint the code elsewhere | Yes - edit destination after printing | Tied to the hosted page |
| Hosted link-in-bio page | Not offered | Core product |
| Scan analytics | Real-time scans: time, device, location | Page and link analytics |
| Code design and logo | Logo & branded codes included on Pro | Themed to the page |
| SVG export for print | Every plan | Limited |
| Best for | Printed codes | Social bios |
QRmkr details match our pricing page. Comparison reflects general product positioning and may change; check each provider's site for current details.
Make a QR code right here, free
No sign-up, no email, no watermark. Pick a type, paste your link, and download it as a PNG or SVG - the code never expires.
Design & brandingcolors · logo · frames
Center logos use 30% error correction so the code still scans.
Want to edit or track this?
This makes a static code (permanent). Create a free account for dynamic codes you can edit after printing, with scan analytics.
Make it dynamic →Free forever · No watermark · Never expires
Or make it art. Same code, still scans.
Animated
When Linktree is the better pick
Creators whose main need is a single hosted page linking to everything, mostly reached from a social bio rather than from print.
When QRmkr is the better pick
Anyone printing the code onto merch, packaging, a poster or a card, who wants the freedom to repoint it later without reprinting.
Why teams pick QRmkr
One code, any destination
Point it at your Linktree now. Point it at a shop, a tour page or a new site later. The printed code never changes.
Print-grade output
SVG on every plan and a scannability preview, which matters once the code is on a shirt or a sticker rather than a screen.
Scan data by placement
Time, device and rough location per scan, so the sticker batch and the poster can be told apart.
Looking for a Linktree alternative?
QRmkr is a focused Linktree alternative for businesses that print: create a free code, upgrade to a dynamic one you can edit after printing, and watch every scan roll in. Keep Linktree for the page. Use QRmkr for the code, so the printed version is not locked to a platform you might leave.
FAQ
Can I use a QRmkr code for my Linktree?
Yes, and it is the better way to print one. Make a dynamic code pointing at your Linktree URL. If you ever leave Linktree, edit the destination and every printed copy follows.
Does QRmkr replace Linktree?
No. QRmkr does not host a link-in-bio page. Keep Linktree for the page and use QRmkr for the printed code that points at it.
Can I change where the QR code points after printing?
Yes - with a dynamic QR code. It encodes a short redirect link, so you can update the destination anytime from your dashboard and every printed copy instantly points to the new URL. Static codes encode the destination directly and can't be changed.
Do these QR codes expire?
No. Static QR codes are free forever and never expire - they encode your destination directly and don't depend on our servers. Dynamic codes keep working as long as your account is active, and you can pause or re-point them whenever you like.
Can I track how many people scan it?
Yes. Dynamic QR codes come with real-time scan analytics: total scans plus device, location, and time-of-day breakdowns, so you can see exactly which placement is working. Scan tracking is part of the Pro plan.
Is there a watermark on the QR code?
No. Every QR code you create - free or paid - is watermark-free and downloadable as a crisp PNG or scalable SVG, ready for print at any size.
Do I need an app to scan the code?
No. Every modern iPhone and Android camera scans QR codes natively - just point the camera at the code and tap the link that appears. No special app required.
What's the difference between a static and a dynamic QR code?
A static code encodes your destination directly into the pattern, so it works forever without any server but can never be changed. A dynamic code encodes a short redirect we host, so the printed pattern stays the same while you edit where it goes - and every scan gets logged.
How small can I print a QR code?
As a rule of thumb a code scans from about ten times its own width, so a 2 x 2 cm code reads comfortably at arm's length. Keep dark modules on a light background, leave a clear white margin around the code, and test-scan the final print before you order a run.
Can I put my logo in the middle of the code?
Yes, on Pro. QR codes carry enough error correction to survive a logo in the centre, and the design studio previews scannability as you go so you can see when a logo is getting too large.
What happens to my codes if I stop paying?
Your static codes are unaffected - they never depended on our servers in the first place. Dynamic codes rely on the redirect layer, so plan printed campaigns with that in mind.
Is it really free to start?
Yes. Unlimited static QR codes cost nothing, need no card, and carry no watermark. One dynamic code is included free so you can try editing a destination before deciding whether Pro is worth it.
Before you print it
If the code you are about to print may ever need to point somewhere else, create it as a dynamic QR code you can edit after printing. The printed pattern never changes; only the destination behind it does. It also means you can track every scan by day, device, and location and see which placement actually worked.
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