How does the QR code know which app store to open?

Qrinly's app download QR uses a smart redirect that detects the device operating system when the QR is scanned. iOS devices are routed to your App Store URL, Android devices to your Google Play URL.

Can I update the app store links after printing?

Yes. The QR code is dynamic — update both store URLs in your Qrinly dashboard without reprinting. The same printed code always routes to the current store links.

Does tracking work for app download QR codes?

Yes. Managed redirect scans can be recorded. For conversion tracking beyond the click, use UTM parameters in your store URLs to attribute installs to specific campaigns in your analytics.

What if someone scans on a desktop?

Desktop scans are typically redirected to a neutral landing page — your website or the web version of your app page. You can configure the desktop fallback URL in your Qrinly dashboard.

Is the app download QR code free?

Generating and downloading is free. A free Qrinly account adds dynamic redirects, per-platform click tracking, and dashboard management.

Get more app downloads

QR on packaging, short link in digital ads — one destination detects the device and routes iOS to the App Store, Android to Google Play.

Auto-detects iOS & AndroidOne code for both storesTrack install clicksWorks in ads and print

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Setup guide

How to set it up

From setup to live in a few minutes.

1
Get your App Store and Google Play URLs
Copy your app's URL from the App Store Connect and Google Play Console. You'll need both to set up device-based routing.
2
Create the app download QR code
Enter both store URLs in Qrinly. The QR code and short link automatically detect the device and route to the correct store.
3
Place QR on packaging and print
Add the QR code to product boxes, inserts, instruction cards, and retail displays where customers will scan after purchase or at point of sale.
4
Share the short link in digital channels
Use the short link in paid ads, email campaigns, social media bios, and SMS to drive downloads from digital touchpoints.

Dynamic links

Why dynamic links improve this workflow

An editable destination keeps your workflow flexible — update where customers land without reprinting or resharing.

Update store links after printing

If your App Store or Google Play URL changes, update both in your dashboard. Every printed QR and shared link update instantly.

A/B test creative with tracked links

Use separate short links per ad creative to track which drives the most clicks to download.

Redirect after app retirement

When an app is replaced or removed, redirect to the new app or a relevant landing page without leaving broken links or dead QRs.

Where to use it

Recommended placements

Choose placements where the scan is easy and the intent is clear.

Product packagingInstruction cardsRetail displaysDigital adsEmail campaignsSocial media biosApp landing pagesFlyers

Why it works

Why teams use Qrinly for app download

An app download QR code detects the scanner's device and sends them to the right app store automatically — iOS users go to the App Store, Android users go to Google Play. No guessing, no manual store switching. Place the QR on packaging and use the short link in ads, emails, and social — both delivery modes route to the correct store.

Automatic iOS/Android detection — no manual store switching
One QR code and one short link for both platforms
Track click volume by platform in your dashboard
Use on packaging, ads, email, and social simultaneously
Dynamic — update store URLs if they change without reprinting

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Related use cases

Marketing Campaigns QR Code for Events Link in Bio use case →Product Packaging

Related technologies

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QR on packaging, short link in ads — device detection routes every scan to the right store.

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