YouTube to QR code
Turn any YouTube video, Short, playlist or channel into a QR code in seconds. Put it on posters, packaging or business cards, and swap in a new video whenever you want, without reprinting.
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What is a YouTube QR code?
A YouTube QR code is a QR code that opens a YouTube video, Short, playlist or channel when someone scans it with their phone camera. It connects something printed, like a poster, a package or a business card, directly to your video.
With Trueqrcode you paste the YouTube link, design the code and download it. Because the code is dynamic, you can point it to a different video later and see how often it is scanned, when and where.
From print to play in one scan
- More engagementVideo builds interest and trust faster than text on paper.
- Bulk creationCodes for your channel, playlists and every single video at once.
- EditableChange the destination later, without reprinting.
- AnalyticsSee scan counts, places and times, and refine your campaign.
Your YouTube QR code in nine steps
Three phases, about five minutes in total.
1Create
- Copy your YouTube linkChannel, video or playlist.
- Choose Website URLIn the generator. Use bulk for many codes.
- Upload a CSV for bulkOnly if you create many codes at once.
2Design
- Pick your colorsKeep enough contrast so it scans well.
- Add a frame or call to actionFor example: Watch the video.
- Add a logoYour own logo, in the middle.
3Launch
- Download and testCheck every code goes to the right video.
- Print it rightQuiet space around it, no folds or gloss.
- Track the scansSee when and where people watch.
Where a video makes the difference
Art
The story behind the work
QR codes on artCups and mugs
A surprise on every sip
QR codes on cupsEvents
Aftermovies and live streams
QR codes for eventsPhotographers
Behind-the-scenes footage
QR codes for photographersGaming
Trailers and walkthroughs
QR codes in gamingBrochures
Product demos on paper
QR codes on brochures
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Loved by marketers, makers and agencies
“The tool is incredibly user-friendly and the design options are great.”
“The process was smooth, and the result was exactly what I needed.”
“We have many events. Thanks to the dynamic QR codes of Trueqrcode, we can always easily adjust the link.”
YouTube to QR code: frequently asked questions
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Contact supportWhat is a YouTube QR code?
A QR code that opens a YouTube video, Short, playlist or channel when someone scans it with their phone camera.
How do I convert a YouTube link to a QR code?
Copy the link of the video, playlist or channel on YouTube, paste it in the generator under Website URL, design your code and download it as PNG or SVG. It takes about five minutes.
Can I make a QR code for a YouTube channel, playlist or Short?
Yes. Any public YouTube link works: a single video, a Short, a playlist or your whole channel.
Can the QR code start the video at a specific moment?
Yes. Use the Share button on YouTube, tick "Start at" and copy that link. The QR code then opens the video at that moment.
Does the QR code open the YouTube app?
On most phones with the YouTube app installed, a YouTube link opens in the app. Without the app, the video opens in the browser.
Can I change the video after printing the QR code?
Yes. Every Trueqrcode QR code is dynamic, so you can point it to a new video at any time. The printed code keeps working.
Can I see how many people scanned my YouTube QR code?
Yes. Your dashboard shows how often the code is scanned, when, where and on which device. Views and watch time you keep seeing in YouTube Studio.
Can I customise my YouTube QR code?
Yes. Change the colors, add your logo, choose a pattern and add a frame with a call to action like "Watch the video".
How big should a YouTube QR code be in print?
Keep it at least about 2 by 2 cm and add some white space around it. On a poster that people see from further away, make it larger.
Is it free to create a YouTube QR code?
You can try everything free for 10 days, no credit card needed. After that you choose a plan, starting at €5.95 per month (billed annually). Your codes stay ad-free and trackable.
Is my video safe when linked to a QR code?
Yes. Your video keeps its own YouTube privacy settings. The QR code only links to it and changes nothing about the content.