Can I use gradients in a branded QR code?

Yes. QRhubly includes gradients among its QR code design controls, so you can create a branded QR code that uses more than a single flat color. You can also customize colors, add a logo, choose a frame, and adjust dot shapes and eyes.

How gradients fit into a branded QR code

A gradient can help a QR code feel more connected to campaign artwork, packaging, signage, or an established visual identity. Rather than treating the code as an afterthought, you can make it part of the same visual system as the surrounding design.

Start with the destination and QR code type you need, then use the available design options to shape the appearance. QRhubly supports URL, WiFi, vCard, menu, and email QR code types, giving you a starting point for common physical-to-digital uses.

Before you download or print

• Keep the QR code visually distinct from the background. [VERIFY WITH YOUR TEAM]
• Check that the final design scans on the devices your audience is likely to use. [VERIFY WITH YOUR TEAM]
• Use the intended final size when reviewing a printed QR code. [VERIFY WITH YOUR TEAM]
• Choose a download format that suits the placement. QRhubly offers PNG and SVG downloads.

Choose the right kind of QR code

If the destination is fixed, a static QR code may be the right choice. QRhubly states that its static QR codes are free forever and do not expire, but their destinations cannot be changed or tracked after creation.

If the printed design may need to point somewhere else later, use a dynamic QR code. Dynamic codes can have their destinations changed after printing and include scan analytics. That can be useful when the branded code will appear on materials with a longer lifespan.

Next step

Create a free QR code, then apply your colors and gradient as part of the design process. For help choosing a printable size, use the QR code size calculator. You can also browse the QR Code FAQ for more answers about design, printing, and dynamic codes.