How to Create a Phone Call QR Code

Typing a phone number from a flyer or shop window is a small but real barrier. A phone call QR code removes it entirely. Scan the code, and your phone opens a dialler pre-filled with the number — one tap to call. For businesses where phone calls drive sales or service enquiries, this friction reduction can meaningfully increase contact rates.

How Phone Call QR Codes Work

A phone call QR code encodes a 'tel:' URI — the same standard used by clickable phone numbers on websites. When scanned, the device opens its native phone app with the number pre-loaded. The user still has to press 'Call', which gives them a moment to confirm before placing the call.

Step-by-Step: Creating a Phone QR Code

1. Open the QR Hound Phone Call generator.
2. Enter your phone number in full international format, e.g. +44 7700 900123.
3. Optionally add a label like 'Call us' to display on the landing card.
4. Download the QR code.
5. Place it on any print or digital material where you want people to call you.

Where to Use a Phone Call QR Code

• Shop windows and exterior signage
• Business cards (alongside your printed number)
• Printed advertisements
• Vehicle signage — delivery vans, company cars
• Restaurant and café tables for reservations
• Brochures and leaflets

Combining Phone QR Codes with Call Tracking

If you use different phone numbers for different marketing channels (a technique common in direct response advertising), you can assign a unique tracked number to each QR code placement. Combined with QR Hound's scan analytics, you'll know exactly which placements are driving calls.