Email QR Code Generator
Create a QR code that opens a pre-filled email message in one scan. Set the recipient, subject line, and body so people send the right message without typing a single character.
Create your email QR code free →What is an email QR code?
An email QR code is a scannable code that uses a mailto link to open the user's default email app with the recipient address, subject line, and message body already filled in. The person scanning only needs to tap send.
Print it on business cards, product packaging, event flyers, receipts, or feedback cards. Anywhere you want to turn a physical touchpoint into a ready-to-send email.
- ✓Pre-filled fieldsSet the To address, subject line, and body text so the email is ready to send on open. No manual entry required from the person scanning.
- ✓Works without typingPeople scan the code and their email app launches with everything filled in. One tap to send. Great for feedback forms, RSVPs, and support requests.
- ✓Swap the recipient anytimeDynamic QR codes let you change the email address, subject, or body from your dashboard. The printed code stays the same.
- ✓Track every scanSee how many people scanned the code, when they scanned, and from what device. Compare placements to find which ones drive the most emails.
Why dynamic QR codes are better for email
A static QR code bakes the mailto link directly into the code pattern. If you change your email address, update the subject line, or want to route messages to a different team, the old code is useless. You reprint everything.
A dynamic QR code redirects through AQRHub. Change the recipient, subject, or body in your dashboard and every printed code points to the new mailto link instantly. This is ideal for businesses that rotate support addresses, run seasonal campaigns, or manage multiple departments.
Dynamic codes also collect scan data so you can measure which printed materials generate the most email inquiries.
Dynamic vs static email QR codes
| Feature | Dynamic (AQRHub) | Static |
|---|---|---|
| Change recipient after printing | Yes - swap in dashboard | No - must reprint |
| Scan tracking | Yes - count, date, device | No |
| Update subject or body | Yes - edit anytime | No - locked in forever |
| QR code size | Smaller - short redirect URL | Larger - full mailto URL encoded |
| Custom colors and logo | Yes | Rarely |
| Cost to update | Free - edit in dashboard | Full reprint cost |
Create an email QR code in 3 steps
Select Email in the generator to enter the address, subject, and body directly. Or build a mailto link yourself (mailto:you@example.com?subject=Hello&body=Your+message) and paste it as a Link type.
Pick your brand colors, add a logo if you like, and preview the QR code. Test by scanning with your phone to confirm the email opens correctly.
Download as SVG or PNG. Print on business cards, feedback forms, event flyers, or product packaging.
Who uses email QR codes
Print an email QR code on receipts, packaging, or table tents. Customers scan and send a pre-filled feedback email without searching for your address or writing a subject line.
Add the code to invitations or posters. Guests scan, and an RSVP email with their confirmation opens instantly. No forms to fill out, no apps to download.
Place the code on product labels or user guides. When a customer needs help, they scan and send a support email with the product name and issue type already in the subject line.
Include an email QR code alongside your contact details. New connections scan it and send you a follow-up email with a pre-filled subject like "Great meeting you at [event]."
Email QR code questions
What does an email QR code do?
It opens the scanner's default email app with a pre-filled recipient address, subject line, and message body. The person only needs to tap send.
Is the email QR code generator free?
Yes. AQRHub's free plan includes dynamic QR codes, custom colors, and scan tracking. No credit card required and no time limit.
Can I pre-fill the subject and body?
Yes. Use the Email type in the generator to set the To address, subject, and body. All three fields appear pre-filled when the email app opens.
Can I change the email address after printing?
Yes. Dynamic QR codes let you update the recipient, subject, and body anytime from your dashboard. The printed code stays the same.
Which email apps does this work with?
The mailto link opens whichever email app is set as the default on the scanner's device. Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, and other standard clients all support it.
Do people need a special app to scan it?
No. Every modern iPhone and Android phone scans QR codes with the built-in camera. No extra app is needed.
Can I track how many people scan the code?
Yes. Your AQRHub dashboard shows scan counts, dates, device types, and locations for each QR code.
Can I add CC or BCC addresses?
Yes. The mailto format supports cc and bcc parameters. Build the link as mailto:to@example.com?cc=copy@example.com&bcc=hidden@example.com and paste it as a Link type in the generator.