Animated QR tutorial
Screen-first QR
Studio-grade motion

How to make an animated QR code step by step

Paste a link, choose a GIF style, and publish a QR that stands out on screens. Follow the steps below and build yours now.

No design tools required
GIF motion that still scans
Download in seconds
Printing a GIF QR freezes the animation. Use GIFs for screens and download SVG or PNG for print.

Try the steps now

Paste your URL, pick a GIF preset, and generate your QR while you read.

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Use case

From link to animated QR in minutes

Animated QR codes look complex, but the workflow is simple. Follow the steps below to get a scan-ready GIF in minutes.

Scan focus

Built for screens
1

Destination link tested

2

GIF preset or upload selected

3

Contrast checked

4

Scan tested on iOS and Android

5

Correct download format chosen

Placement

Build settings checklist

Recommended defaults for a first animated QR.

1

Paste the destination URL

Use the final link you want users to visit.

2

Pick an animation preset

Choose a style that matches the campaign.

3

Export and test scan

Make sure it scans before publishing.

Format

GIF for web, MP4 for ads

Choose by channel.

Frame rate

8-12 fps

Smooth but stable.

Size

220px+

Minimum for phone scanning.

Destination

Short link

Faster camera lock.

Tips

Step-by-step workflow

Make every frame scan-friendly with these tactical tips.

Start with the destination

Choose the exact link you want people to open.

Pick a GIF style

Select a preset or upload your own GIF for motion.

Keep contrast strong

Dark QR modules on light backgrounds scan best.

Test scan on a phone

Scan from the real size you will publish.

Download and deploy

Use GIF for screens and PNG/SVG for print.

Examples

Step-ready examples

Use these examples as your starting point.

Night Mode Pulse

Night Mode Pulse

Animated QR sample with crisp scan edges.

Step-ready overlay

Step-ready overlay

Clean QR for tutorials.

Creator promo

Creator promo

Motion that stands out in video.

Templates

CTA copy starters

Copy-ready overlays that pair perfectly with animated QR codes.

Instant access

Scan to get instant access

Great for gated content.

Follow action

Scan to follow

Perfect for creator links.

Offer unlock

Scan to unlock the offer

Use for promos and discounts.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Answers to the most common animated QR questions.

Try the steps now

Paste your URL, pick a GIF preset, and generate your QR while you read.

From link to animated QR in minutes

Animated QR codes look complex, but the workflow is simple. Follow the steps below to get a scan-ready GIF in minutes.

Build settings checklist

Recommended defaults for a first animated QR.

Step-by-step workflow

Choose the exact link you want people to open. Select a preset or upload your own GIF for motion.

Animated QR launch checklist

Destination link tested • GIF preset or upload selected • Contrast checked

Related pages

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