QR Code Cards

Custom QR Code Cards, Scan Me Cards, and QR Code Inserts for Packaging

What QR code cards are used for

A QR code card carries a code that a phone camera can scan. Brands use QR code cards for small business to link to a review page, a social page, a tutorial video, a reorder page, or a loyalty sign-up. QR code insert cards go in the box with the product, and scan me cards work at events and on counters. QR code business cards put a link to your site or a contact file on a standard card. QR code packaging inserts connect a printed card to an online page, so the customer can reach you in seconds.

Sizes and how to measure

Card size is written as width x height. A QR code needs enough size and a clear border around it to scan. For most phones, a code about 0.8 in across or larger scans well, and a bigger code scans from farther away. A business card, about 3.5 in x 2 in, can carry a small code. A 4 in x 6 in card gives room for a larger code and a message. Tell us how far away the customer will scan from, and we suggest a size.

Example sizes (approximate and for reference only; we confirm the exact size before you order):

• Business card size: about 3.5 in x 2 in
• Small insert: about 3.5 in x 5 in
• Standard insert: about 4 in x 6 in
• Code size on a card: about 1 in to 2 in across

Paper, finishes, and scanning

QR code cards are printed on card stock. White or light stock gives the best contrast for scanning. Dark stock can work if the code is printed in white or a light color on a dark panel, but you must scan a sample to confirm. A matte or uncoated surface scans more easily than gloss in strong light, because it reduces glare. Finishes include matte, soft touch, and foil. Do not put foil over the code. Always scan a sample before a full order.

Printing and finishing

Printed QR code cards need sharp, accurate lines. Send the code as a vector file, so the edges stay crisp. Do not stretch, crop, or recolor the code in a way that lowers contrast. Dark on light is the safest. Add a short line next to the code, such as scan to leave a review or scan for the how-to video, so the customer knows what to expect. Branded codes with a small logo inside are possible only when the code is large and has error correction.

What to link your QR code to

QR code cards can link to a review page, a social page, a tutorial, a reorder link, or a discount page. Use a short, stable web address or a redirect you control, because a printed code cannot be changed. If the address changes later, the card will still point to the old one. Scan the final proof on at least two phones, and check that the link opens the right page.

Scan me cards and QR code business cards

Scan me cards are simple cards with a large code and a short message. They suit events, counters, and packages. QR code business cards combine a name and a code on a standard card. Keep the code at a size that scans, and keep a clear border around it.

QR code notes

You supply the QR code, the web address it points to, and all text. We print the code you send and do not generate, check, or host it. You are responsible for the content at the web address and for making sure it follows the rules for your product and your market.

Orders from 50 units

Orders start at 50 units, which suits a new brand, a test batch, or a small giveaway. Larger orders cost less per card, and they can be planned in several sizes and designs. Share your expected yearly volume during the free consultation and we plan around it.

Artwork and dieline

We send a free dieline that shows the card size, the shape, the cut line, and the safe area, so you can see where your artwork goes and where text should stay clear. Supply artwork as a vector AI or PDF file with fonts outlined and images at 300 DPI in CMYK. If you have no artwork yet, free design support and a free consultation are included, and our team can help lay out the logo and the text from your brand colors. You review and approve the artwork before production starts.

How to order custom qr code cards

1. Choose your card size, shape, and material.
2. Order a $39 sample kit if you want to feel the stocks and test the fit first. The $39 is credited toward your order total.
3. Send your quantity, starting at 50 units.
4. Receive your free dieline and add your artwork, or ask for help.
5. Review and approve the artwork.
6. Production takes 6 to 8 business days after artwork approval, and your order ships free to one U.S. address.

The final price depends on card size, paper stock, quantity, printing, and finishing.

What comes with every order

• Free shipping to one U.S. address
• Free thank-you cards equal to the units ordered
• Free design support, free dieline, and free consultation
• Orders start at 50 units
• Eco-friendly materials sourced from certified suppliers