Plugin
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HT QR Code Generator
HT QR Code Generator is a WordPress plugin that lets you create QR codes from your dashboard and place them on your pages. It handles links, custom text, email, phone calls and SMS, and you can add codes through Elementor widgets, standard WordPress widgets or shortcodes.
- Version
- 2.3.7
- Released
- Feb 25, 2023
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- Elementor
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $3.99 on its own
What’s new in HT QR Code Generator 2.3.7
Version 2.3.7 · Feb 25, 2023
Latest
- FixedDeprecated Function Issue.
- FixedExtra Resources Load Issue Fixed.
- ImprovedCompatible with WordPress 6.1.x Version.
What it does
Putting a QR code on a website usually means using an outside generator, saving an image and uploading it, then repeating the whole process every time a link or phone number changes. This plugin keeps that work inside WordPress. You choose what the code should contain, such as a web address, a message, an email address or a phone number, and the plugin generates the code where you place it. It can also create a code that points to the current page, which is handy for sharing.
There are several ways to place codes. Elementor users can drag a widget into a layout, classic sidebar and footer areas can use a standard WordPress widget, and shortcodes let you drop a code into posts, pages or anywhere else shortcodes work. The codes are responsive and retina ready, so they stay sharp on phones and high-resolution screens. The plugin requires Elementor and fits online stores, portfolios and business sites that want visitors to reach a link or contact option quickly.
Best for
- Business sites sharing contact details by phone, email or SMS
- Online stores and portfolios that want shareable page links
- Elementor users adding QR codes inside page layouts
Features
Text and URL codes
Generate QR codes for any custom text or web link, so visitors can scan to open a page or read a message on their phone.
Current page URL codes
Automatically create a QR code that links to the page it sits on, useful for sharing articles, products or promotional pages.
Email and mailto codes
Build codes that open the visitor's email client with a predefined address and message, making it simple to get in touch.
Phone call and SMS codes
Embed your phone number or SMS content in a code so visitors can start a call or text message right after scanning.
Elementor and WordPress widgets
Place QR codes in your layouts with a drag and drop Elementor widget, or use the standard WordPress widget in sidebars and footers.
Shortcode placement
Insert QR codes into posts, pages and other areas using shortcodes, giving you freedom over where each code appears.
Responsive and retina ready
Codes display cleanly on all screen sizes and on high-resolution devices, so they look sharp and stay easy to scan.
Questions about HT QR Code Generator
What kinds of QR codes can I create with this plugin?
You can create codes for custom text, web links, the current page URL, email addresses with predefined messages, phone calls and SMS messages. That covers most common uses, from sharing a page to letting visitors contact you with a single scan.
Do I need Elementor to use it?
Yes, the plugin lists Elementor as a requirement. Once it is in place you can add QR codes through an Elementor widget, and you can also use the standard WordPress widget or shortcodes in areas outside your Elementor layouts.
Will the QR codes look good on mobile devices?
The codes are responsive and retina ready, so they adjust to different screen sizes and stay crisp on high-resolution displays. That helps them remain clear and scannable whether visitors view your site on a phone, tablet or desktop.
Can I add a QR code inside a regular blog post?
Yes. The plugin includes shortcodes, so you can insert a QR code into a post or page wherever shortcodes are supported, without building a separate layout for it.
Is HT QR Code Generator free?
The code of HT QR Code Generator is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of HT QR Code Generator is this?
Version 2.3.7, released Feb 25, 2023. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update HT QR Code Generator?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of HT QR Code Generator automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does HT QR Code Generator need?
HT QR Code Generator needs Elementor installed and active.
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