Download Formats

Qrius Codes supports three download formats, each with its own strengths. Choose the right format for your use case—and upgrade your plan if you need formats beyond PNG.

Format Overview

Format	Free	Starter	Pro	Business	Best For
PNG	✓	✓	✓	✓	Web, email, social media
SVG		✓	✓	✓	Resizing, print, design tools
PDF			✓	✓	Printing, high-quality output

PNG (Raster Format)

What it is: A standard image format that works everywhere—websites, email, social media, and print.

Best for:

• Embedding in digital documents
• Social media posts
• Email signatures
• Website banners
• Quick sharing

Resolution: PNG files are exported at 2x scale (high DPI), which means they’ll look crisp even when enlarged slightly. For most digital uses, this is perfect.

File size: Relatively small, easy to share and upload.

Limitations:

• If you enlarge the PNG too much (more than 2-3x), it may appear pixelated
• Colors may vary slightly across different displays

Pro tip: If you’re printing a PNG QR code, make sure it’s at least 200x200 pixels on the printed page for reliable scanning.

SVG (Vector Format)

What it is: A scalable vector format that stores your QR code as mathematical instructions rather than pixels. This means it can grow to any size without quality loss.

Best for:

• Print projects (business cards, posters, large banners)
• Importing into design tools (Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Sketch)
• Marketing materials at different sizes
• Responsive web designs

Advantages:

• Scales infinitely—enlarge from business card to billboard with zero quality loss
• Smaller file size than PNG in most cases
• Integrates seamlessly into Adobe, Figma, and other design software
• Easy to customize colors directly in design tools

Limitations:

• Some older browsers or email clients don’t display SVG reliably
• May need to embed as an <img> tag or convert to PNG for basic email

Use case example: You design a poster in Figma, import the SVG QR code, and resize it to fit the layout. Later, you want the same design on a business card—just resize the SVG down. Perfect.

PDF (Print-Ready Format)

What it is: A portable document format optimized for printing at the highest quality.

Best for:

• Professional print jobs (business cards, flyers, posters)
• Documents you’re sending to a print shop
• Large batch orders
• High-resolution archival

Advantages:

• Highest print quality guaranteed
• Embedded fonts and colors (no variations)
• Professional print shops prefer PDF
• Maintains perfect quality on any printer

Limitations:

• Larger file size than PNG or SVG
• Not ideal for web (requires download and viewing)
• Can’t easily edit within the PDF

Use case example: You’re printing 10,000 business cards with QR codes. Export as PDF, send to your print vendor, and they’ll produce perfect, scannable codes every time.

Choosing the Right Format

I’m posting to social media

→ PNG. Social platforms accept it natively, and PNG is compact.

I’m designing in Figma or Illustrator

→ SVG. Import it, resize it, and adjust colors without losing quality.

I’m printing small (business cards, stickers)

→ PNG or SVG. Both work great. SVG if you want to customize in your design tool first.

I’m printing large (posters, billboards)

→ SVG. Scales perfectly. Or PDF if you’re sending to a print shop.

I’m embedding in a website or email

→ PNG. Universal browser support and quick loading.

I’m sending to a professional printer

→ PDF. They expect it, and it ensures perfect output.

Resolution & Scanning Tips

All Qrius Codes QR codes are generated with high error correction, meaning they scan reliably even if partially covered or printed smaller.

Minimum print size: 20mm × 20mm (about 0.8” × 0.8”) is the safest size to ensure scanners can read your code.

Digital display: At least 200×200 pixels on screen.

Pro tip: Test your code with a real smartphone camera before distributing thousands of copies. Most modern phones (iPhone 11+, Android 10+) scan without needing a special app.

Upgrading Your Plan

• Free plan: PNG only
• Starter ($12/mo): PNG + SVG
• Pro ($29/mo): PNG + SVG + PDF
• Business ($79/mo): All formats, unlimited codes

If you need SVG or PDF and you’re on the Free plan, the download button will prompt you to upgrade. Visit Settings > Billing to see your plan options and current usage.

Troubleshooting Downloads

“Download button is disabled” You may have reached your plan’s QR code limit. Check Settings > Billing to see your remaining capacity, or upgrade to create more codes.

“My PNG looks blurry when enlarged” PNGs are raster-based. For large prints, use SVG or PDF instead.

“SVG won’t open in my email client” Email clients often block SVG for security reasons. Use PNG instead, or attach the SVG as a file to download.

“PDF looks different than my preview” PDF rendering varies by printer and viewer. Test print a small batch before ordering large quantities. Ensure your printer’s color profile is calibrated.

File Naming

Downloaded files are named based on your campaign name. If you didn’t give your QR code a name, it’ll be auto-generated (e.g., qr-code-1234.png). Rename files after download if needed.