How To Create Mini Site QR Code | Help Center

If you want users to open a custom landing page, digital profile, or hosted mini website by scanning a QR code, this guide is for you. Upload any static HTML website as a ZIP file and Lifetime QR Codes hosts it — no separate web hosting needed.

Creating a digital business card landing page
Sharing a product landing page
Running offline marketing campaigns
Hosting a portfolio or profile
Sharing information without a full website
Wanting to track scans and engagement

Before You Start

Before creating your Mini Site QR code, make sure your ZIP file is ready:

You have your mini website files ready (HTML, CSS, JS, images)
Your site works correctly when opened locally
Your main file is named index.html
All files are inside one folder, then compressed to a .ZIP

File Structure Matters

Lifetime QR Codes hosts your mini site exactly as uploaded. If index.html is inside a subfolder, or if asset files are missing from the ZIP, the page will break.

Step 1: Login & Start

Login to your Lifetime QR Codes dashboard
Click Create QR Code

Step 2: Select "Mini Site"

From the QR types list, choose Mini Site
Click Next

Step 3: Upload Your Mini Site ZIP File

Now you will see the upload section. Compress your website folder into a .ZIP file with index.html in the root (not inside a subfolder), then:

Click Browse File
Upload the ZIP file

Step 4: Set Domain & Short URL (Optional)

You can choose:

Default Lifetime QR Codes domain
Custom domain (if connected)
Custom short URL

This helps create a clean, branded link — for example: qr.yourbrand.com/profile.

Dynamic QR — No Reprinting Needed

Update your mini site by uploading a new ZIP file at any time from the Lifetime QR Codes dashboard. Your printed QR codes keep working — no reprinting required.

Step 5: Advanced Settings (Optional)

You can enable:

GPS tracking
Campaign scheduling
Expiry settings
Analytics tracking

These features help track and manage campaigns better.

Step 6: Click Next → Design Your QR

After upload, click Next to move to the Design section. Here you can:

Change QR color
Add your logo
Customize eye style
Change shape
Set background

Step 7: Review & Download

Click Next
Preview your QR code
Click Download

Download formats available: PNG, SVG, PDF.

Tip: Always test your QR code with a smartphone camera straight from your computer monitor before you download and print it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I update my details later?

Yes. Because this is a Dynamic QR Code, you can log into your Lifetime QR Codes dashboard and update your destination information at any time without needing to reprint the physical code.

Can I track how many people viewed my code?

Absolutely. The analytics dashboard provides real-time data on scan volume, unique visitors, and geographic locations.

Does it work offline?

No, an internet connection is required for the scanner to load your digital profile and download the destination file.

Common Mistakes

❌ Placing index.html inside a subfolder instead of the ZIP root.
❌ Forgetting to include all asset files (CSS, images, JS) in the ZIP.
❌ Not making the site mobile-responsive before uploading.

Launch Checklist

index.html confirmed in ZIP root
Site tested on mobile browser
QR code scanned and site loads correctly