Don't let a 14-day timer kill your printed campaign.
QR-Code-Generator.com deactivates dynamic QR codes after roughly two weeks — right after you've printed the flyers. QR Master gives you 3 free dynamic codes that stay active permanently. No hidden trial, no forced annual contract.
- ✓3 permanently active dynamic QR codes — free forever
- ✓Transparent pricing: Pro at €9/mo, cancel anytime
- ✓GDPR-compliant analytics with hashed IPs, built in
- ✓Bulk creation up to 1,000 codes (Business plan)
days
then deactivated
Trial expired. Your printed QR codes are now dead ends. Pay €300+ upfront or reprint everything.
no expiry
3 codes, free forever
No trial period. No countdown. The 3 free dynamic codes stay active as long as your account exists.
The bait-and-switch trap
What's actually happening when you create a "free" dynamic code there.
QR-Code-Generator.com markets dynamic QR codes as free to create. And they are — for about two weeks. After roughly 14 days, those dynamic codes stop redirecting. Anyone who scans them sees a dead page or a prompt to upgrade.
The problem is timing. By the time the trial ends, most users have already printed their materials. The code is already out in the world. At that point, you face a choice: write off everything you printed, or pay for an annual subscription you didn't know you needed.
Hundreds of reviews on Trustpilot describe feeling “trapped” because the alternative — replacing all the printed materials — is more expensive. The annual plan costs around €25.99/month billed yearly, over €300 upfront.
The QR Master promise
The 3 dynamic QR codes on the QR Master free plan are active indefinitely. There is no trial period, no countdown, no automatic deactivation.
If you need more than 3, you upgrade to Pro at €9/month — month-to-month with no forced annual commitment. Static codes are unlimited and free forever.
Side-by-side comparison
What you actually get at each tier, without reading the fine print.
Competitor
QR-Code-Generator.com
Alternative
QR Master
Free static QR codes
Free dynamic QR codes (permanent)
QR Code Generator deactivates dynamic codes after trial — even if already printed
Transparent pricing upfront
Scan analytics
GDPR-compliant analytics (hashed IPs)
Bulk QR creation
Custom branding / logo in QR
No forced annual subscription
Pro pricing
How they compare in practice
Pricing transparency
QR-Code-Generator.com lists dynamic codes as free — true for the 14-day trial. Reactivation requires an annual plan billed upfront (€100–€300+).
QR Master pricing is explicit: Free for 3 dynamic codes, Pro at €9/month. No fine print about trial periods or forced billing cycles.
What "free" actually means
On QR-Code-Generator.com, "free" means free to create, not free to keep active. The redirect stops when you don't pay.
On QR Master, the 3 free dynamic codes are active as long as your account exists. There is no timer.
Analytics and GDPR
Basic scan tracking on QR-Code-Generator.com requires a paid plan. US servers require manual DPA review for GDPR.
QR Master hashes IP addresses server-side before storing any data. No raw IP is ever written. Built-in, not a toggle.
How to migrate from QR-Code-Generator.com
Act before printing new materials if possible.
List your active codes
In your QR-Code-Generator.com account, note the destination URL behind each active dynamic code. You'll re-create these.
Create a free QR Master account
Sign up at qrmaster.net — no credit card required. The free plan gives you 3 active dynamic QR codes immediately.
Re-create your dynamic codes
Create new dynamic codes in QR Master with the same destination URLs. Download the new QR code images (SVG or PNG).
Update digital placements first
Replace the QR code image on your website, email signatures, social media, and digital ads — no reprinting needed.
Plan your reprint cycle
For printed materials, schedule replacement into your next natural print run. Keep your old account active while you transition.
Who should switch, and who shouldn't
Good fit for QR Master
- ✓Restaurants and cafés that update menus but don't want to reprint table cards every time
- ✓Marketing teams running campaigns on flyers, posters, or inserts who need reliable tracking
- ✓EU businesses that need GDPR-compliant scan analytics without manual setup
- ✓Anyone burned by the bait-and-switch and now looking for predictable pricing
- ✓Teams creating large batches of QR codes for product packaging or events
When staying might make sense
- →You only need static QR codes — both platforms generate these for free, and static codes never expire
- →You need one quick QR code for a presentation or digital-only use where deactivation doesn't matter
- →You're already on an active annual plan and aren't printing new materials anytime soon
Common questions about switching
Why did my dynamic QR code from QR-Code-Generator.com stop working?▼
Can I switch from QR-Code-Generator.com without reprinting everything?▼
What does QR Master give me for free, permanently?▼
Is the free plan at QR Master really free, or will it expire like QR-Code-Generator.com?▼
Does QR Master comply with GDPR for scan analytics?▼
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Explore QR Master features
See the features that make QR Master a reliable alternative to bait-and-switch tools.
Create QR codes you can update after printing. Change destinations without reprinting and review scan context from your dashboard.
See which placements drive scans, which devices your audience uses, and where your codes are being scanned — all in one dashboard.
Free forever for 3 dynamic codes. Pro at €9/month. Business at €29/month. No hidden trial timers, no forced annual contracts.
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