The "Hidden Cost" of Free QR Codes
It starts innocently enough. You find a "free" QR code generator, create your code, and print it on 1,000 flyers. It works perfectly for a week. Then, disaster strikes.
Suddenly, when customers scan your code, they aren't taken to your menu or website. Instead, they are hit with a 5-second video ad for a random game or service.
Why does this happen?
Service providers like Me-QR use "interstitial ads" to monetize free users. They control the redirect link, so they can inject an ad page whenever they want—usually after you've already printed the code.
Can You Remove the Ads?
Yes, but there's a catch. To remove the ads on platforms like Me-QR, you typically have to subscribe to a Premium monthly plan.
You are essentially forced to pay "rent" on your own QR code. If you stop paying, the ads come back, or the QR code stops working entirely.
The Smart Alternative
Switch to Ownership
At Lifetime QR Codes, we believe you should pay for a tool once and own it forever. Our business model is simple:
- No Monthly Fees: Pay a small one-time setup fee.
- No Ads Ever: We never inject ads into your codes.
- Unlimited Scans: No caps or limits on traffic.
