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QR Code Generation and Download Guide

Learn how to generate and download QR codes in GHL Customer Care for funnels, forms, and more—quick setup and sharing made easy.

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  1. Key Benefits of QR Code Generation
  2. QR Code Redirect Options
  3. How to Generate a QR Code
  4. Downloading, Saving and Sharing QR Codes
  5. Managing QR Codes
  6. Cropped QR Codes and Transparent PNGs
  7. Frequently Asked Questions
  8. Related Articles

This article will show you how to create, customize, and download QR codes using GHL Customer Care’s QR Code Builder! Whether you're linking to a webpage, form, or payment link, QR codes make it easy to connect your audience with a simple scan. You’ll also learn how to style your QR codes with brand colors, logos, and more — plus export them in PNG, SVG, or PDF format.

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What is QR Code Generation?

The QR Code Generator in GHL Customer Care allows you to create scan-ready codes that link to various destinations — such as websites, funnels, review pages, payment links, and more. These QR codes can be customized with brand elements, shapes, and styles and then downloaded for use in print or digital media.

Key Benefits of QR Code Generation

Creating QR codes in GHL Customer Care offers both convenience and flexibility, making it a powerful tool for marketing, automation, and customer engagement.

  • Create QR codes inside any sub-account

  • Link to destinations like websites, funnels, reviews, forms, payments, SMS, and more

  • Customize with brand colors, shapes, logos, and styles

  • Export in PNG, SVG, or PDF formats

  • Save and organize QR codes in folders for easy access

  • Edit or delete previously created codes anytime

  • Share QR code links directly without needing to download images

  • Test QR codes in real time during the creation process

QR Code Redirect Options

QR Codes can redirect users to any of the following destinations:

Website, Review Link, Call, SMS, Email, Payment, Whatsapp, Funnel, Form, Survey, Quiz

Note: QR Codes have Dynamic URLs. You can update your QR destination at any time without needing to generate a new QR image.

How to Generate a QR Code

This section walks you through the full process — from setup to customization to download — using GHL Customer Care’s native QR Code Builder.

Step 1: Navigate to QR Codes

  1. From the sub-account dashboard, navigate to Sites in the left-hand menu.
  2. In the upper navigation ribbon, click QR Codes.
  3. Click Create QR Code in the top right or + Create New in the center of the screen.
Step 1: Navigate to QR Codes (image 1 of 5) What this shows From the sub-account dashboard, navigate to Sites in the left-hand menu. What this shows Illustrates the "Step 1: Navigate to QR Codes" section of "QR Code Generation and Download Guide". This screenshot appears in the "Step 1: Navigate to QR Codes" section of "QR Code Generation and Download Guide". The text alongside this image reads: From the sub-account dashboard, navigate to Sites in the left-hand menu. In the upper navigation ribbon, click QR Codes. Click Create QR Code in the top right or + Create New in the center of the screen. Immediately after, the guide continues: Enter a name for your QR code. Select the type of QR code you would like to generate (e.g., Website, Review Link, Funnel, Form, Quiz, Call, SMS, etc). Paste in the URL or relevant input (phone number, review link, etc.). Click Next to…. Image 1 of 5 What to clickFrom the sub-account dashboard, navigate to Sites in the left-hand menu. In the upper navigation ribbon, click QR Codes. Click Create QR Code in the top right or + Create New in the center of the screen.
Buttons and menus referenced SitesQR CodesCreate QR Code+ Create New
Next stepEnter a name for your QR code. Select the type of QR code you would like to generate (e.g., Website, Review Link, Funnel, Form, Quiz, Call, SMS, etc). Paste in the URL or relevant input (phone number, review link, etc.). Click Next to begin customizing the design.
All 3 steps in this procedure
  1. From the sub-account dashboard, navigate to Sites in the left-hand menu.
  2. In the upper navigation ribbon, click QR Codes.
  3. Click Create QR Code in the top right or + Create New in the center of the screen.

Step 2: Add QR Name and Choose Type

  • Enter a name for your QR code.
  • Select the type of QR code you would like to generate (e.g., Website, Review Link, Funnel, Form, Quiz, Call, SMS, etc).
  • Paste in the URL or relevant input (phone number, review link, etc.).
  • Click Next to begin customizing the design.
As soon as you enter your destination details, GHL Customer Care automatically stores the data so you cantest the QR Code right inside the Builder before saving. This means you can scan and confirm functionality immediately without guessing or re-editing later.
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Buttons and menus referenced Nexttest
Next stepDesign flexibility is built into GHL Customer Care’s QR Code Builder. Here’s how you can tailor your QR code’s appearance to match your brand.
All 4 steps in this procedure
  1. Enter a name for your QR code.
  2. Select the type of QR code you would like to generate (e.g., Website, Review Link, Funnel, Form, Quiz, Call, SMS, etc).
  3. Paste in the URL or relevant input (phone number, review link, etc.).
  4. Click Next to begin customizing the design.

Step 3: Customize QR Code

Design flexibility is built into GHL Customer Care’s QR Code Builder. Here’s how you can tailor your QR code’s appearance to match your brand.

  • QR Shape - Choose from Square, Rounded Square or Circle
  • Background Color – Change the background behind the QR elements
  • Dot Color – Modify the color of the QR’s data dots
  • Dot Style – Choose between classic, square, or rounded shapes
  • Marker Border & Center – Customize the corner markers' shape and color
  • Border and Frame - Add a border or frame to your QR code and customize its color
  • Rim content - Add CTA text to the top and bottom of your QR code to make it clearer
  • Logo or Background Image – Add a logo in the center of your QR code or overlay a background image
    • Under the Logo tab, choose between no logo, predefined logos (Google, YouTube, etc.), uploading your own logo
    • You can remove the background behind the logo if needed
Step 3: Customize QR Code (image 3 of 5) What this shows QR Shape - Choose from Square, Rounded Square or Circle Background Color – Change the background behind the QR elements Dot Color – Modify… What this shows Illustrates the "Step 3: Customize QR Code" section of "QR Code Generation and Download Guide". This screenshot appears in the "Step 3: Customize QR Code" section of "QR Code Generation and Download Guide". The text alongside this image reads: QR Shape - Choose from Square, Rounded Square or Circle Background Color – Change the background behind the QR elements Dot Color – Modify the color of the QR’s data dots Dot Style – Choose between classic, square, or rounded shapes Marker Border & Center – Customize the corner markers' shape and…. This part of the guide covers 3 fields, listed below. Immediately after, the guide continues: Once your QR code is fully customized, you can choose from multiple ways to use it. Image 3 of 5 What to chooseQR Shape - Choose from Square, Rounded Square or Circle Background Color – Change the background behind the QR elements Dot Color – Modify the color of the QR’s data dots Dot Style – Choose between classic, square, or rounded shapes Marker Border & Center – Customize the corner markers' shape and color Border and Frame - Add a border or frame to your QR code and customize its color Rim content - Add CTA text to the top and bottom of your QR code to make it clearer Logo or Background Image – Add a logo in the center of your QR code or overlay a background image
Fields in this part of the guide QR Shape - Choose from Square, Rounded Square or CircleDot Color – Modify the color of the QR’s data dotsYou can remove the background behind the logo if needed
Next stepOnce your QR code is fully customized, you can choose from multiple ways to use it:
All 8 steps in this procedure
  1. QR Shape - Choose from Square, Rounded Square or Circle
  2. Background Color – Change the background behind the QR elements
  3. Dot Color – Modify the color of the QR’s data dots
  4. Dot Style – Choose between classic, square, or rounded shapes
  5. Marker Border & Center – Customize the corner markers' shape and color
  6. Border and Frame - Add a border or frame to your QR code and customize its color
  7. Rim content - Add CTA text to the top and bottom of your QR code to make it clearer
  8. Logo or Background Image – Add a logo in the center of your QR code or overlay a background image

Downloading, Saving and Sharing QR Codes

Once your QR code is fully customized, you can choose from multiple ways to use it:

  • PNG – Best for websites, email, and digital assets
  • SVG – Ideal for responsive or scalable designs
  • PDF – Suitable for print
  • Copyable Link – Instantly share a link to the QR code without downloading the image
  • If you’re not ready to download, click Save and the QR code will appear under your QR Codes list.
Downloading, Saving and Sharing QR Codes (image 4 of 5) What this shows PNG – Best for websites, email, and digital assets SVG – Ideal for responsive or scalable designs PDF – Suitable for print Copyable Link –… What this shows Illustrates the "Downloading, Saving and Sharing QR Codes" section of "QR Code Generation and Download Guide". This screenshot appears in the "Downloading, Saving and Sharing QR Codes" section of "QR Code Generation and Download Guide". The text alongside this image reads: PNG – Best for websites, email, and digital assets SVG – Ideal for responsive or scalable designs PDF – Suitable for print Copyable Link – Instantly share a link to the QR code without downloading the image If you’re not ready to download, click Save and the QR code will appear under your QR Codes…. This part of the guide covers 3 fields, listed below. Immediately after, the guide continues: You can view, edit, move, or delete any QR code you’ve previously created. Image 4 of 5 How to confirmPNG – Best for websites, email, and digital assets SVG – Ideal for responsive or scalable designs PDF – Suitable for print Copyable Link – Instantly share a link to the QR code without downloading the image If you’re not ready to download, click Save and the QR code will appear under your QR Codes list.
Fields in this part of the guide PNG – Best for websites, email, and digital assetsSVG – Ideal for responsive or scalable designsPDF – Suitable for print
Next stepYou can view, edit, move, or delete any QR code you’ve previously created:
All 5 steps in this procedure
  1. PNG – Best for websites, email, and digital assets
  2. SVG – Ideal for responsive or scalable designs
  3. PDF – Suitable for print
  4. Copyable Link – Instantly share a link to the QR code without downloading the image
  5. If you’re not ready to download, click Save and the QR code will appear under your QR Codes list.

Managing QR Codes

You can view, edit, move, or delete any QR code you’ve previously created:

  1. Navigate to the QR Code dashboard
  2. Hover over any code to see the action buttons
  3. Click the blue Edit button to edit details
  4. Click the 3-dot icon to delete, move or download
  5. To move the QR code to a new folder, select Move to Folder then select the desired folder
Managing QR Codes (image 5 of 5) What this shows Navigate to the QR Code dashboard Hover over any code to see the action buttons Click the blue Edit button to edit details Click the 3-dot… What this shows Illustrates the "Managing QR Codes" section of "QR Code Generation and Download Guide". This screenshot appears in the "Managing QR Codes" section of "QR Code Generation and Download Guide". The text alongside this image reads: Navigate to the QR Code dashboard Hover over any code to see the action buttons Click the blue Edit button to edit details Click the 3-dot icon to delete, move or download To move the QR code to a new folder, select Move to Folder then select the desired folder. This part of the guide covers 1 field, listed below. Immediately after, the guide continues: If no background, header, or footer is added, the QR code is automatically trimmed. This ensures a cleaner, more compact appearance. True Transparency for PNGs: Create seamless integrations! PNG QR codes can now be generated with 100%…. Image 5 of 5 Where to goNavigate to the QR Code dashboard Hover over any code to see the action buttons Click the blue Edit button to edit details Click the 3-dot icon to delete, move or download To move the QR code to a new folder, select Move to Folder then select the desired folder
Fields in this part of the guide Hover over any code to see the action buttons
Buttons and menus referenced Edit3-dot
Next stepIf no background, header, or footer is added, the QR code is automatically trimmed. This ensures a cleaner, more compact appearance. True Transparency for PNGs: Create seamless integrations! PNG QR codes can now be generated with 100% transparency. This makes it easy to overlay the QR code onto existing designs or backgrounds in your favourite image editor. To create a transparent PNG, adjust the background color alpha slider to the far left (0% opacity) within the QR code builder.
All 5 steps in this procedure
  1. Navigate to the QR Code dashboard
  2. Hover over any code to see the action buttons
  3. Click the blue Edit button to edit details
  4. Click the 3-dot icon to delete, move or download
  5. To move the QR code to a new folder, select Move to Folder then select the desired folder

Cropped QR Codes and Transparent PNGs

  • If no background, header, or footer is added, the QR code is automatically trimmed. This ensures a cleaner, more compact appearance.
  • True Transparency for PNGs: Create seamless integrations! PNG QR codes can now be generated with 100% transparency. This makes it easy to overlay the QR code onto existing designs or backgrounds in your favourite image editor. To create a transparent PNG, adjust the background color alpha slider to the far left (0% opacity) within the QR code builder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use QR codes to link to things other than websites?

Yes! You can link to forms, surveys, funnels, review links, payment pages, emails, calls, and more.

Q: What format should I choose for downloading?

PNG for general use

SVG for responsive design

PDF for print

Q: Can I edit my QR code after I save it?
Yes. Hover over the QR code in your list and click the edit icon to update the destination or styling.

Q: Can I use my own logo in the QR code?
Yes. You can upload your logo by pasting a hosted image file link or selecting from predefined logos.

Q: Why is my QR Code Cropped?

If there’s no background, header, or footer, extra space is removed automatically.

Q: Why doesn’t my uploaded background image appear clearly?
Try adjusting the transparency slider and ensure the image dimensions are suitable for the QR canvas.

Q: Where can I locate my saved QR codes?

You can find your saved QR codes in the QR Codes section of the platform. To access them, navigate to the top menu and click on QR Codes. Your saved QR codes will be listed along with their unique identifiers, allowing easy retrieval and downloading.

Q: Do I always need to download the QR code to share it?
No. You can now share a direct link to your QR code instantly, making it easier to distribute in digital channels.

Q: Can I test the QR code before saving it?
Yes. The Builder now lets you scan and test your QR code in real time during creation, so you can confirm everything works before finalizing.

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