DropMyPageTo make a price list QR code, put your price list online as a PDF or a simple page, get its link, and turn that link into a QR code. Print the code where customers will see it. They scan it with their phone camera and see your prices, and you can change the prices later without reprinting, as long as the link stays the same.
Here is how to set it up, where to place the code, and how to avoid the common mistakes.
Who this is for
A QR code price list suits any business where prices change or the list is long:
- Salons, barbers and spas
- Repair shops and workshops
- Cafes, bakeries and food stalls
- Tailors, photographers and freelancers
- Small stores with many products
It is not a replacement for a clear price tag on each item. Think of it as the full list, a click away.
PDF or web page?
You have two simple options.
A PDF is the quickest. You may already have a price list in a document or a design file. Export it as a PDF and upload it.
A web page is easier to read on a phone. A page adjusts to the screen, so customers do not have to pinch and zoom. You can make a simple page with the templates or with your own HTML.
| Web page | ||
|---|---|---|
| Speed | Fastest | A few more minutes |
| Phone reading | Can be small | Easy to read |
| Editing | Re-export and upload | Edit and update the page |
If your list is short and in one narrow column, a PDF is fine. If it is long or has many columns, use a page.
Make it in 4 steps
- Prepare the list. Group items under clear headings. Put the price next to each item. Keep text large enough to read on a phone.
- Upload it. Open DropMyPage and choose Upload file for a PDF, or use a template for a page. The free plan needs no sign-up, and files can be up to 5 MB.
- Create the link and download the QR code.
- Test it. Scan the code with two phones before you print anything.
If you only need a QR code for a link you already have, use the QR code generator.
The important part: free links expire
On DropMyPage, free links last 7 days. After that the page is deleted and the QR code stops working. A printed price list on your counter needs to keep working for months, so use a permanent link.
Permanent links are a Pro feature (Monthly $9.99, Yearly $47.99, or Lifetime $59). With Pro you can also replace the price list and keep the same link and QR code. That means when your prices change, you update the file and the printed code on your wall shows the new prices. Prices and features can change, so check the pricing section.
If you do not want a paid plan, you can host the page on your own website and make a QR code for that address. Whatever you choose, make sure the link will still work next month.
Where to place the QR code
- At the counter or reception, near where people pay or wait.
- On a table card or a stand, if customers sit.
- In the window, so people can check prices after hours. Check that the code is not hidden by glare.
- On receipts, bags or business cards, so customers can look later.
- On your social profile or Google listing, as a link to the same page.
Add a short line next to the code, such as "Scan for our price list". Codes with no explanation are often ignored.
Print it so it scans
- Make it large enough to scan from where people stand. A common rule of thumb is at least 3 to 4 cm wide for close scanning, and larger for a window or a wall.
- Use dark squares on a light background.
- Leave an empty border around the code.
- Do not stretch it or put it on a curved or glossy surface that causes glare.
- Test the printed copy in the real spot.
If a printed code will not scan, read QR code not scanning? 9 fixes that actually work.
Keep your prices accurate
An old price list is worse than none. A few habits:
- Review the list once a month.
- Put "Updated: [month]" on the page so customers can see it is current.
- Update the file as soon as prices change.
- Keep a paper copy for customers without a phone.
What not to put on the page
Anyone with the link can open the page, so show only what customers should see. Leave out supplier costs, margins and private notes.
Other ways to do it
- Your own website. Add a /prices page and make a QR code for it.
- A social media post or a maps listing. Some shops link a photo of the list. It works, but a dedicated page is easier to read.
- A restaurant menu. If you are making a menu, see how to make a free digital menu for your restaurant.
FAQ
Do customers need an app to scan the code?
No. Most current phones can scan a QR code from the normal camera app.
Can I change the prices after printing?
Yes, if the link stays the same. On DropMyPage, replacing the page and keeping the same link and QR code is a Pro feature. On the free plan you would get a new link and a new code.
How long does a free link last?
7 days on DropMyPage. For a printed code, use a permanent link.
Is a PDF or a page better?
A page is easier to read on a phone. A PDF is fine for a short, simple list.