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Happy QR code day!

On August 8, we celebrate the invention that changed how we connect. From packaging to payments, QR codes have quietly transformed the world. Join us in honoring the brilliant idea that made it possible, and discover how far it’s come.

Masahiro Hara

🎉 A tribute to the inventor of QR codes

QR Code Day is celebrated on August 8, the birthday of Masahiro Hara, the Japanese engineer who invented the QR code in 1994. His creation paved the way for instant, effortless connections. Today, QR codes are everywhere. And with QRCodeKIT’s dynamic twist, they’re smarter than ever.

The unsung hero of the digital age

QR codes may not be flashy, but they’ve quietly reshaped how we live, shop, and share. From boarding passes to contactless payments, they’ve bridged the gap between the physical and digital world. On August 8, we celebrate the invention that made it all possible with a moment of recognition, creativity, and connection. Because this square changed everything.

The unsung hero of the digital age
Timeline

A short history of a mighty square

From factory floors to art galleries: here’s how QR codes became the world’s most versatile connector.

1994

The beginning

Masahiro Hara invents the QR code at Denso Wave to improve part tracking in car factories.

2009

The dynamic shift

QRCodeKIT creates the first dynamic QR code, making codes editable, and trackable.

2020s

The creative revolution

AI and design tools turn QR codes into fully custom visual assets used in marketing, art, and packaging.

2025

QR code day is born

QRCodeKIT launches the first official QR code day to honor the square that changed how we connect.

Make August 8 your turning point

QR code day is your chance to start fresh with better tools, better design, and better results. Create your first dynamic QR today and join thousands of brands that already trust QRCodeKIT.

Make August 8 your turning point
A connection.

More than a code. A connection.

QR codes have bridged the gap between the physical and digital world for over 30 years. And since 2009, QRCodeKIT has taken it further, creating the first-ever dynamic QR code to make them smarter, editable, and trackable. Today, we celebrate this evolution and invite you to join the movement.

Edit, track, and scale without reprinting

Thanks to dynamic QR codes, you can update your links even after printing. It’s perfect for marketing teams, event organizers, educators, and anyone who needs agility.
Edit, track, and scale—without reprinting

Turn your QR codes into powerful tools

QR codes are no longer just black and white squares. With QRCodeKIT, you can design custom experiences that truly stand out, now powered by AI. Create artistic QR codes that merge utility and beauty, track performance in real time, and update destinations whenever you need. It’s the smart, dynamic way to connect with your audience.
Turn your QR codes into powerful tools