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Video QR codes

When you want to put a video on packaging or a poster, you need a QR code that leads straight to the video. Reguly generates such QR codes per video — print-ready in multiple formats and with optional brand styling.

Why video QR codes?

Unlike the DPP QR code (which leads to the product passport), the video QR code targets a single piece of content — e.g. an instruction, a brand story, a recycling tutorial. Handy when you only want to put one video on an ad space, flyer or pack without sending the consumer through a larger DPP.

Step by step

  1. 1

    Open the QR-code area

    In the dashboard under 'Marketing → Video QR codes'. You see all created QR codes with the linked video.

  2. 2

    Create new QR code

    Click 'Generate QR code'. Pick a video from the content area (or upload a new video first).

  3. 3

    Adjust branding

    Optional: place the logo in the centre, change colour (your brand's primary), add a frame. Reguly ensures readability is preserved.

  4. 4

    Pick format and size

    PNG (300/600/1200 dpi), SVG or PDF. For packaging print we recommend SVG (scales lossless). Minimum print size: 2 cm edge length.

  5. 5

    Test scan

    Reguly offers a scan preview. Hold your phone to the screen — you see directly what consumers will see.

  6. 6

    Download

    With 'Download' you save the QR code locally. Reguly remembers that you created it — you can re-download or generate new versions any time.

Best practices

  • Minimum size: 2 × 2 cm in print. Smaller sometimes works but readability suffers.
  • Contrast: Dark code on light background. Avoid white on black — many scanners struggle.
  • Quiet zone: Leave at least 4 mm margin around the QR code.
  • Caption: A short text like 'More info' or 'Watch video' significantly increases scan rate.
  • Print test: Always print and scan once — a print error does not show in the PDF but very clearly in print.

Mind the centre logo

Reguly uses error correction so centre logos are possible. Still: keep the logo no larger than 25% of the QR code area, otherwise the scan will fail.

Statistics (with analytics plan)

Per QR code you see how often it was scanned, from which countries and devices. The data helps you assess marketing campaigns — e.g. whether a poster in Berlin or Hamburg performs better.

FAQ

What happens when I delete the video?
The QR code then shows a 'video no longer available' page. Reguly warns you before deleting a video with active QR codes — and suggests linking another piece of content.
Can I reuse a QR code?
Yes. You can assign a new video to a QR code — the printed code stays the same, the content changes. Handy for seasonal content.
Are video QR codes included in DPP QR codes?
No, those are separate codes. Within the DPP you can embed any number of videos so a single DPP QR code is enough. Use video QR codes when promoting a single video specifically.
Which resolution is optimal for print?
SVG is ideal (vector, scales freely). For PNG we recommend 600 dpi at target size — for 3 × 3 cm in print: at least 720 × 720 px.

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