In other reviews, you can read what the company is. I was also fooled. I have printed the leaflets with this code and are now useless. There is no unambiguous information that it is a 14 day version.
They trick you into thinking the service is free, and you can generate a qr code that will live on for forever. WRONG! They deactivate your qr code after 14 days which in my case, I used these on my wedding invites and had already sent them out. The qr code was used to direct guests to a website to rsvp. To try and fix this, they let you pay but that is also misleading. Most consumers are being tricked into thinking its a monthly payment but YOU ARE PAYING FOR THE FULL YEAR AT ONCE. On top of that, there's no true way to reach out to the company BEWARE.
Don't touch them with a barge pole. I didn't cancel the subscription as my card details had expired anyway, but they sent letters threatening debt collection. Just cancel the subscription you mongs.
Had this QR code made for my flyers. So its printed everywhere and now I have to pay 100 euros for it to work again while this service can be perfectly free.
Once your free trial ends they will try to trick you into paying annually. DONT PAY ANYTHING, I found a way around it.
You have to go to their help center, search "free" and click the "activate free plan" link all the way St the bottom down by the FAQs, it's very hidden. You might have to click through multiple screens to get there, but eventually a pop up opens that says "activate free plan".
I have a lot of upset customers that couldn't access the directions to my product and I'm sure I lost potential returning customers now thanks to this BS company.
QR Code Generator PRO includes premium features such as real-time tracking and editing. These features set it apart from our QR Code Generator, which is 100% free but lacks any additional tools. When you sign up for the PRO version, it starts with a 14-days free trial for you to test all features and then decide if this is the right software for you. All Dynamic QR Codes created within the free trial period are simply paused and can be reactivated after a plan is chosen. If you created any Static QR Codes during the trial period, they will continue to work.
Well. Where to start, I used QR Code Generator to create a QR code that I thought would last for forever (since I don't know anything about QR codes) and guess what, they have you set up your first QR code as a dynamic QR code which expires after the 14 day free trial. AND THEN... they require you to sign up for a YEAR to get your code to continue working (AKA $119 advertised as $9.99 per month with no option to do it monthly). BASICALLY, DON'T use this website. It falsely advertises to brides (who are already stressed with all the other planning going on)!
QR Code Generator PRO includes premium features such as real-time tracking and editing. These features set it apart from our QR Code Generator, which is 100% free but lacks any additional tools. When you sign up for the PRO version, it starts with a 14-days free trial for you to test all features and then decide if this is the right software for you. All Dynamic QR Codes created within the free trial period are simply paused and can be reactivated after a plan is chosen. If you created any Static QR Codes during the trial period, they will continue to work.
They are good at working with the fine prints. They entice you into creating a QR, then the free period expires, and you need to make a subscription. Word advice, stay away;-)
This service is a real scum, they force you to PAY 150 euros for FREE QR codes. Please be careful and don't use it! After QR codes are made for free, you HAVE to pay. If not, they switch them off and all your marketing materials are just wasting of money and paper. There is a possibility to find a free plan (below payment options, in the Questions sector, they hide this information very well), but this is for static QR codes only. You cannot change dynamics to statics after you made a QR code. DON'T USE THIS SERVICE!
Once you give them your payment information, be prepared for bills no matter what. Even if you try to cancel service the NEXT DAY. Subscription trickery at its finest.
Thanks for taking the time to rate us, Ben. We are sorry to hear about your confusion. Please mind that qr-code-generator.com is our free software to generate QR Codes. This means anyone can use it without any costs. If customers decide to go for a Dynamic QR Code and the benefits of it (such as scan statistics or customizable Code designs and landing pages) a pop-up suggests to sign up for a 14-days free trial to give QR Code Generator Pro and all its premium features a try.
We inform our customers pre-purchase on our plans and pricing page that our subscriptions renew monthly or annually. Additionally, we sent out an email confirmation right after the purchase providing our customers with all the details regarding their purchase. Also, we notify our customers about the renewal of their subscription 30 days prior to the renewal date via email so that they can get in touch with us. Please understand that we are only able to make sure that the email reminder has been sent out to our customers in the first place. When it comes to the spam settings of your email provider, it is beyond our power to determine, if the email reaches your inbox or spam folder or is blocked due to any other security restrictions. We hope for your understanding.
Nothing in the account creation process lead to believe they would just REMOVE ALL THAT WAS DONE if I didn't pay the enourmous (and completly above market price) maintenance fee they charge just to keep 2 simple QR codes running. This is just absurd and unethical. Lost a whole shipment of books because of what they did and they just lost a customer. If the fee was not that insanely high and the whole "pay or you lose everything" was best signaled, I would've glady payed. Since it wasn't, all I have is disdain
I've had the same experience as others (create a "free" QR code and get charged 2 weeks later) so I won't speak to that. I hope to bring light to the "how" they do this, and the aftermath so that it hopefully helps others. First off, the FORCE you into a QR code builder that is their "premium" QR code generator. That is the first shady tactic of their business. Yes, they allow you to add graphics, colors and logos on them and they indicated that THOSE features are premium. Great, good job - however, they do not tell you that even with the standard logo-less, color-less QR code that the majority of us make, that you are STILL creating a "premium" qr code.
The aftermath is just as explained. Everything goes great for 2 weeks until someone scans your QR code and force you onto a blocked landing page. Support won't answer and they don't keep a contact us page so you're essentially boxed into paying or re-printing collateral with a new QR code from a more ethical business. Nobody will take the time out to respond to your issue that has actual business ramifications to their "user", but they will find a way to log into this site and copy and paste the same exact response to everyone rightfully bad mouthing them and their shady practices. This company is awful and should be avoided at all costs - literally. If you're going to spend money, do it elsewhere
*******@qr-code-generator.com is not working which is actually sent to *******@qr-code-generator.com.
Paid for a year but can not reset my password because they do not reply your request.
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We set a high standard for ourselves in order to ensure a reliable service so that our emails reach customers on time. However, due to personalized spam filtering or security settings, there are occasions when our emails end up in customers’ spam folders or do not reach them. Your feedback has been forwarded to our customer communication team and will be used to optimize future communications.
I am deeply disappointed with the services provided by QR-Code Generator. Their advertising claimed a "Create your free QR code" offer, but it turned out to be far from the truth. After creating my QR code, I received a notification stating that my free trial was ending, even though there was no clear indication of this during the creation process. This was especially frustrating as I had already printed the QR code on my posters.
Feeling compelled to continue using the QR code, I reluctantly decided to subscribe to their monthly plan for €8. However, I was shocked to receive an invoice for an annual subscription amounting to €96, which was never clearly communicated on their website. Their claim of being able to cancel the subscription easily by sending an email proved to be misleading as well.
The lack of transparency and the unexpected charges have left me feeling deceived and taken advantage of. It is unfortunate that a company would resort to such tactics instead of providing clear and honest information to its customers. I urge others to be cautious when dealing with QR-Code Generator and to thoroughly read the fine print before using their services.
Overall, my experience with QR-Code Generator has been deeply unsatisfactory, and I would not recommend their services due to their misleading subscription practices and hidden costs.
I needed 1 QR-code and was lured by the text 'Create your QR Code for free'. After it was printed I received a bill. Apparently the costs are written (hidden) in the terms and conditions. And let's be honest, most people don't read this in a situation like this and won't expect a bill if you only have to fill in an e-mail address, don't see a payment page and see a head line 'Create your QR Code for free'. I contacted them that I wanted to pay, as the QR-code was printed and otherwise it would became useless. Already felt a bit tricked.
But then a year after, I receive another bill for a new year to come. I contacted them that I didn't ask for this and don't wish a new year. They didn't care and only wanted the money. They claimed sending reminders/notifications etc. Never received these and they could't send me proof of it. They just claim the notifications probably ended up in my spam and that's beyond their power (whereas I always check spam subjects before removing). And strange that the bills and reminders of the bills do arrive.
They just force you to pay, even though the 'service' you pay for is in the future. The only argument is the 'terms and conditions'.
So I paid again and will never do business with them anymore. If anyone reads this: be wise and go to a different QR-code generator page.
Don't get stuck with this SCAM company! Purchase a QR Code a few years ago and now get a bill to renew that I have tried to cancel, had know idea that it was an auto renew product that I can't seem to get out of disputes numerous emails!
Hi Amy,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback and we’re sorry to learn that your experience with us has not been positive.
It appears that you’ve signed up for our QR Code Generator PRO, where an annual subscription is required so you can track and edit your QR Codes. We always send an email reminder 30 days before the next renewal date and cancelation can be requested easily in your account at least one day before. We’re sorry to see you go, but kindly check your inbox and click the link to cancel your subscription.
Cheers,
Your friends at QR-Code-Generator.com
They lie to you. I created a QR code that suppose to be free and they charged me $100. I am trying to contact the support but nobody answer. Stay away from this company.
STAY AWAY! Do not use! Website uses deceptive billing and automatic renewal subscriptions. Check into your billing options and CANCEL SUBSCRIPTION effective immediately. I feel stupid that I fell for this trick and it was costly for me.
Misguiding prices, hidden fees, completely unclear on payment options. My account auto renewed without my consent and EVEN THOUGH I WAS NOT USING THE SERVICE they would not offer a refund. Buyer beware! There is a reason most reviews give it 1 star!
Hi Jorge!
Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback and we’re sorry to learn that your experience with us has not been positive.
We do our very best to provide a reliable service and to ensure that our emails are delivered within time. However, there are occasions when things happen beyond our control, such as emails being caught in spam filters. We take our customer complaints very seriously. Your feedback has been forwarded to our customer communication team and will be used to optimize future communications.
Cheers,
Your friends at QR-Code-Generator.com
This was fast, free, & easy to create. I use it at different events I volunteer with so folks can easily look up the info... without handing out pamplets that would become litter.
Don't EVER use them, they are complete scammers. You get a free trail and then have to purchase a year membership, which is a minimum of $100. Worst ever
QR Code Generator PRO includes premium features such as real-time tracking and editing. These features set it apart from our QR Code Generator, which is 100% free but lacks any additional tools. When you sign up for the PRO version, it starts with a 14-days free trial for you to test all features and then decide if this is the right software for you. All Dynamic QR Codes created within the free trial period are simply paused and can be reactivated after a plan is chosen. If you created any Static QR Codes during the trial period, they will continue to work.
Answer: Scam. They double charge and nothing they offer is free.
Answer: No, they are a bunch of robbing a*seholes through and through!
Answer: Hi Nina! After your expired 14-days-trial you may upgrade to the starter, advanced or professional plan that we offer. Have a look at the different conditions here: https://www.qr-code-generator.com/pricing/ Please don't hesitate to let us know if we can serve you in the future! Cheers, Lena from QR-Code-Generator.com
Answer: They responded to my inquiry after going through the "AI" assistant on their website by basically telling me to pay MORE money. So, there's that.
Answer: Hi, We apologize for the delay. You can contact us through the contact form which is available on the features and pricing page: http://my.qr-code-generator.com/features-and-p…. Thank You.
Answer: You have to go through their AI assistant to create a ticket. Really awful "AI" too, basically can't answer anything.
QR Code-generator.com has a rating of 1.2 stars from 349 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with QR Code-generator.com most frequently mention free trial, customer service and business cards. QR Code-generator.com ranks 875th among Marketing sites.
Hi Paul,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback and we’re sorry to learn that your experience with us has not been positive.
There is a difference between the Free QR Code Generator without charge and QR Code Generator PRO (which you obviously signed up for) offering a Free Plan after the 14-days free trial as well. All QR Codes created within the 14-days free trial are simply paused and can be reactivated once a plan is chosen. We also offer a Free Plan with one Dynamic Website (URL) Code and five Static QR Codes which requires no payment details so you can get your QR Code working again without issue. We’ve sent you a private message so please check your inbox.
If there’s anything else we can help you with, please get in touch with our friendly customer support team and they will answer your queries promptly.
Cheers,
Your friends at QR-Code-Generator.com