What can I do with a QR code API?

A QR code API lets you programmatically generate QR code images, create and manage dynamic QR codes, update destinations in bulk, and retrieve scan analytics data. Common use cases include auto-generating QR codes for e-commerce orders, event tickets, inventory labels, and marketing campaigns without manual dashboard interaction.

How fast should a QR code API respond?

For a good user experience, QR code generation API calls should respond in under 500 milliseconds. QR-Hero's API responds in under 200ms on average. If you're generating codes in real time (like during checkout), response time is critical. For batch operations, throughput (codes per second) matters more than individual response time.

Do I need an API or can I use bulk upload?

If you generate QR codes on a predictable schedule (e.g., weekly product launches), bulk upload via CSV may be sufficient. An API is necessary when codes need to be generated in real time as part of a workflow (e.g., during order processing) or when you need to programmatically manage destinations and retrieve analytics.

What programming languages are supported?

Most QR code APIs are REST-based and work with any language that can make HTTP requests. QR-Hero provides maintained SDKs for JavaScript/Node.js, Python, PHP, and Go. Other providers vary — some offer official SDKs while others rely on community-maintained libraries or raw HTTP calls.

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A QR code API lets you programmatically generate, manage, and track QR codes at scale. We tested five API providers on documentation quality, response times, reliability, and developer experience.

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