QR codes originated from Japan and were used to help the car manufacturers track parts and equipment. They were designed to be free of charge... unlike standard barcodes where you pay license fees on some formats. QR stands for Quick Response, and this is very true... they can be read very quickly on a range of devices, including mobile phones! Hence why they are becoming very popular. Chances are you've seen a load of these codes around the place already.  

One of the main reasons why QR codes are overtaking barcodes is because they can store much much more information. For example, you can store URL links, Geo Co-ordinates, full contact information, paypal details, secure log in details... and more!  The codes can be used in a variety of ways too, you could use them in your print advertising to provide a mobile link to your site? Or you could use them to create a promotion voucher, meaning they have to scan the code to get the information.

Create your own... FREE!