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Generate QR Codes programmatically.
The QR Code API allows developers to generate QR Codes programmatically for URLs, marketing campaigns, products, events, digital menus, documents, and other online resources without using the SPRL dashboard.
By integrating the QR Code API into your applications, you can automatically create QR Codes as part of your workflows, making it easier to distribute information across print and digital channels.
Before using the QR Code API, ensure you have:
| Requirement | Description |
|---|---|
| SPRL Account | An active SPRL account. |
| API Credentials | A valid Client ID and Client Key. |
| HTTPS | All API requests must be sent securely over HTTPS. |
| QR Code API Access | Your account must have access to the QR Code API. |
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Authenticate your API request. |
| 2 | Submit the content or URL to encode. |
| 3 | Optionally configure QR Code settings. |
| 4 | The API generates the QR Code. |
| 5 | The generated QR Code is returned for use in your application. |
Depending on the endpoint and supported features, a QR Code request may include:
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Content | The URL or text to encode. |
| QR Code Size | Optional dimensions of the generated QR Code. |
| Image Format | Preferred output format, where supported. |
| Error Correction Level | Optional QR Code error correction settings. |
| Customisation Options | Additional styling options if available for your account. |
A successful response typically contains information about the generated QR Code.
| Response Item | Description |
|---|---|
| QR Code | The generated QR Code image or reference. |
| Encoded Content | The URL or text stored in the QR Code. |
| Reference ID | Unique identifier for the generated QR Code. |
| Status | Indicates whether the request completed successfully. |
| Issue | Possible Solution |
|---|---|
| Authentication failed | Verify your Client ID and Client Key. |
| Invalid request | Check the request format and required parameters. |
| QR Code does not scan | Verify the encoded content and test the generated QR Code. |
| Rate limit exceeded | Reduce request frequency and retry after the limit resets. |
| Permission denied | Ensure the QR Code API is available for your account. |
Yes. The QR Code API is designed for automated generation within websites, applications, and business systems.
Yes. The API can be used together with the Short Link API to generate QR Codes for shortened URLs.
Available customisation options depend on the API endpoint and your account features.
Yes. Protected QR Code API endpoints require valid API credentials.
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