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QR Codes vs Promo Codes

Discover why one-time use QR codes deliver 15x better results than traditional text-based discount codes

The Discount Code Challenge

Traditional text-based promo codes are missing key opportunities for customer engagement and data collection.

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Text Code
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QR Code

Which Drives Better Results?

Not all discount delivery methods are created equal

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Why QR Codes Outperform Text Promo Codes

Traditional text-based discount codes miss critical opportunities that QR codes capture

15x Better Engagement

QR codes create interactive moments with your brand, while text codes are simply entered at checkout with no engagement.

Superior Data Capture

Collect valuable customer information with QR codes, compared to zero data collection with text-based promo codes.

Extended Customer Journey

QR codes enable multi-step experiences including reviews and personalized recommendations after the initial scan.

The Clear Advantage

See how one-time use QR codes outperform traditional text-based discount codes in every metric that matters

Feature Comparison

  • Customer Engagement
  • Data Collection
  • Customer Journey
  • Brand Interaction
  • Personalization
  • Analytics
  • Review Generation

Text Promo

  • 1x
  • Minimal
  • Limited

QR Code

  • 15x
  • Comprehensive

How QR Codes Transform the Customer Experience

Our one-time use QR codes create engaging experiences that text-based promo codes simply can't match

01

Customer Scans QR Code

The customer scans the QR code on your product packaging, insert, or marketing material.

02

Information Collection

The customer provides valuable information like email and preferences to unlock their discount.

03

Discount Delivery

After providing information, the customer receives their exclusive discount code.

04

Purchase & Redemption

The customer completes their purchase using the discount code they received.

05

Extended Journey

Unlike text codes, QR codes enable follow-up experiences like review requests and recommendations.

The Data Capture Difference

While text-based promo codes collect zero customer data, QR codes capture valuable information

Text Promo Codes

No email addresses collected
No customer names or demographics
No preference data
No opt-in for marketing
0%

Data Capture Rate

QR Codes

Email addresses for future marketing
Names and demographic information
Product preferences and interests
Marketing opt-ins and consent
100%

Data Capture Rate

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about QR codes vs text-based promo codes

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