summer-menu, so the link is readable and easier to spot in analytics.
Before you start
- You choose the slug while you create a QR code. It can’t be changed after the QR code is created.
- Custom short links work for every QR type except WiFi. WiFi codes contain the network details directly and have no short link.
- To use your own domain instead of the shared GetQR short domain, connect a custom domain first and wait until it’s Live.
Create it
1
Start a new QR code
In the sidebar, click Create QR, then Create single QR.
2
Choose a QR type
Pick the type you need, for example Website, and fill in its content on the Create content step.
3
Turn on Custom short link
On the same step, switch on Custom short link. A field appears with the domain on the left and the slug on the right.
4
Pick a domain
The domain shows the shared GetQR short domain. To use your own, click it and select one of your connected domains. Domains still being set up show Setting up and can’t be selected.
5
Type your slug
Type the slug, for example
summer-menu. Uppercase letters are converted to lowercase. The counter shows how many of the 15 characters you’ve used.6
Check availability
Click Check availability, or press Enter. When the slug is free, you see the full link and “is available”.
7
Continue to design
Continue to Customize & Download. Your preview and downloaded QR code now encode the custom short link.
Slug rules
Some words are reserved and can’t be used as slugs. GetQR doesn’t say which ones; if a slug is refused as unavailable, try a different one.
Shared domain or custom domain
Use cases
- Print and packaging. A readable link such as
qr.yourbrand.com/menureassures people before they scan. - Campaign tracking. Name links after campaigns (
spring-sale,event_2026) so they’re easy to find in analytics. - Typing fallback. Print the short link under the QR code so people can type it if their camera fails.
Common issues
I don't see the Custom short link toggle
I don't see the Custom short link toggle
You’re either editing an existing QR code or using the WiFi type. The slug can only be chosen during creation, and WiFi codes have no short link. When you edit a QR code that has a custom slug, the Short link field is shown read-only.
“Please confirm your custom short link is available before continuing.”
“Please confirm your custom short link is available before continuing.”
You typed or changed the slug but didn’t check it. Click Check availability. To continue without a custom slug, switch Custom short link off.
“… is in use.”
“… is in use.”
Someone already uses this slug on the selected domain. Try a variation, or select your custom domain, where only your workspace’s slugs count.
“This link isn't available — try a different one.”
“This link isn't available — try a different one.”
The slug is reserved or not allowed. Choose a different slug.
“Only Latin letters (a–z), numbers, hyphens and underscores are allowed.”
“Only Latin letters (a–z), numbers, hyphens and underscores are allowed.”
Remove spaces, accented letters, dots and other symbols. Use a hyphen or underscore to separate words.
“Couldn't check availability. Please try again.”
“Couldn't check availability. Please try again.”
The check didn’t complete, usually because of a network problem or too many checks in a short time. Wait a moment and click Check availability again.
My custom domain isn't in the dropdown
My custom domain isn't in the dropdown
Only connected domains appear, and only Live domains can be selected. Check its status in the Domains tab. See Verify your domain.
What’s next
Manage short links
Copy, pause, protect and schedule your links.
Connect a custom domain
Use your own subdomain for short links.
Add a logo
Brand the QR code itself.
Read your analytics
See scans for each link.