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.
The unsung hero of the digital age
QR codes have bridged the gap between the physical and digital world for over 30 years.
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. What started as a way to track parts on a factory floor became one of the most recognizable symbols of the connected world.
Explore the glossaryA short history of a mighty square
From a factory floor to your phone camera in three decades.
1994, Born to track
Masahiro Hara designs the QR code to track automotive components faster and more reliably than the barcode.
2009, Made dynamic
Dynamic QR codes appear, letting you update a code's destination without ever reprinting it.
Today, Everywhere
From packaging to payments, menus to museums, the humble square connects the physical and digital worlds.
Edit, track, and scale without reprinting
You can update your links even after printing. It's perfect for marketing teams, event organizers, and educators who need one code that keeps up with a changing message.
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