QR Codes provide a convenient way to provide access to web activities, useful information or other online resources.

A QR Code is a graphic that consists of an image-representation of a web address that can be scanned, read and accessed by many smartphone and tablet devices. In most cases the device user can point their device camera at the code and will then be prompted to scan and open the link.

QR Code linking to this page
A QR Code that links visitors to this page

It is easy to generate QR Codes as many creation services exist online and through smartphone apps. Caution is advised when generating QR Codes to ensure that the service you use is reliable, reputable and secure.

A number of free services exist: beware of those that may ask for payment card details as this should not normally be necessary.

Adobe Express provides a QR Code Generation feature without the need for payment details but does require the creation of a user account to use the service. Visit:


To generate a QR Code using Adobe Express:


  1. Open the QR code feature through the link provided above and add the URL you wish to use;
  2. Personalise the style and colour of your generated QR code to match your requirements or branding;
  3. Tap the Download button (you may be asked to sign-in to your Adobe account at this point, if not already signed in).
  4. The QR code will be saved to your device's Downloads folder and can be inserted into documents for printing or displayed on screen through presentation software such as PowerPoint.
When inserting a QR Code into a document, presentation or other document, take care not to stretch, skew or deform the code image as this may impact on its readability for your intended audience.

Care when using QR Codes

QR Codes provide quick and convenient ways to facilitate access to online information and services. However, ease of creation and use may expose users to risks posed by bad actors seeking to scam, misdirect users to fake sites, extract personal details or seek to exploit vulnerabilities on mobile devices. Use QR Codes with caution, and if in doubt, obtain the and type source URL for a resource.